1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Sedan
The Galaxie 500 2-door sedan was Ford's premium full-size offering with upscale trim and appointments.
Confidence
95%
3P61Q158187
427 V-8 (4-V) HP
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Twin Cities, MN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | P | Twin Cities, MN |
| Model Code | 61 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | Q | 427 V-8 (4-V) HP |
| Serial Number | 158187 | Production #158187 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine427 V-8 (4-V) HP
Cylinders8
Displacement427 CID
Horsepower410 HP
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantTwin Cities, MN
Plant CodeP
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications
Height55.5
Width79.9
Length209.9
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
10 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2722.00
No. Produced
21137
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3603
lbs
Height
55.5
in.
Length
209.9
in.
Width
79.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
Galaxie 500 - V8
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Type
Dual downdraft
Brake Horsepower
164@4400
hp
Type
Fully synchronized
Torque
258@2200
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (12)
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single with crossover
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
13.5 Quarts
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator
Fin and tube
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.5 x 14
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Model Number
62A
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
11
in.
Transmission
3
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Cylinders
8
Rated Horsepower
46.13
hp
Displacement
260.42
cu. in.
Front Tread
61
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.50
:1
Carburetor
Own
Clutch Type
Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.79
:1
2nd
1.7
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.87
:1
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.