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1963 Ford Falcon Station Wagon 2-Door Station Wagon

The Falcon 2-door wagon provided compact utility for small families and businesses during the station wagon's golden era.
3F21U127812
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Station Wagon
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Falcon Station Wagon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 21 Falcon Station Wagon
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Serial Number 127812 Production #127812

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Station Wagon
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Station Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Length181.1
Width70.8
Rear tread56
Front tread57
Wheelbase115.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

No. Produced 7322

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 181.1 in.
Width 70.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Type Single downdraft
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Torque 156@2400 ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 hp
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Fin and tube
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System 8.5 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Optional Equipment Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive Rear wheel drive
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6 x 13
Origin United States
Model Year 1963
Series Falcon Station Wagon
Make Ford
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 59A
Emergency Rear service brakes
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size 10 in.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 2.25 pt.
Compression Ratio-Std 8.7 :1
Main Bearings 4
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Cylinders 6
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Wheelbase 115.5 in.
Front Tread 57 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.50 :1
Carburetor Own
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.29 :1
2nd 1.83 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 4.48 :1
B &s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.