1963 Ford Fairlane Station Wagon 4-Door Custom Ranch Wagon
The Fairlane Custom Ranch Wagon added upscale trim to the practical mid-size wagon formula.
Confidence
95%
VIN model code 48 was used by both 1963 and 1973 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1963 interpretation. If this is a 1973 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
3K48L127019
221 V-8
Engine
4-Door Custom Ranch Wagon
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Fairlane Station Wagon
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 48 | Fairlane Station Wagon |
| Engine Code | L | 221 V-8 |
| Serial Number | 127019 | Production #127019 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane Station Wagon
Year1963
Body Style4-Door Custom Ranch Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine221 V-8
Cylinders8
Displacement221 CID
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications
Length201.8
Front tread57
Rear tread56
Wheelbase115.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2613.00
No. Produced
29612
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Length
201.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Cylinders
6
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator
Fin and tube
Exhaust System
Single with crossover
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
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
7 x 14
Series
Fairlane 6 Station Wagon
Make
Ford
Model Year
1963
Origin
United States
Model Number
71B
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
11
in.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
2.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Differential Ratio
3.50
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Front Tread
57
in.
Rear Tread
56
in.
Wheelbase
115.5
in.
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Main Bearings
4
Torque
203@2200
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
138@4200
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single plate dry disc
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.