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1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL 2-Door Convertible

This top-of-the-line convertible combined luxury features with performance options, establishing the XL as Ford's flagship full-size model.
2U69G158495
406 6-V High Performance
Engine
2-Door Convertible
Body
Louisville, KY
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code U Louisville, KY
Model Code 69 Galaxie 500 XL
Engine Code G 406 6-V High Performance
Serial Number 158495 Production #158495

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500 XL
Year1962
Body Style2-Door Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine406 6-V High Performance
Cylinders8
Displacement406 CID
Horsepower405 HP
Compression Ratio11.4:1
Carburetor2-3 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Galaxie)

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear34.0
Height54.9
Legroom front44.3
Legroom rear40.5
Length209.3
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)