1962 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. Sedan - C/P
The Comet two-door sedan provided an economical entry point into the Mercury brand during the compact car boom.
Confidence
95%
2T01S500617
6 Cyl. 144 C.I. OHV
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan - C/P
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1962 Mercury Comet
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | T | Metuchen, NJ |
| Model Code | 01 | Comet |
| Engine Code | S | 6 Cyl. 144 C.I. OHV |
| Serial Number | 500617 | Production #500617 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan - C/P
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 144 C.I. OHV
Cylinders6
Displacement144 CID
Horsepower85 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front34.2
Headroom rear32.7
Height54.5
Legroom front43.4
Legroom rear39.3
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)