1963 Ford Falcon Station Wagon 4-Door DeLuxe Station Wagon
The Falcon DeLuxe wagon variant provided enhanced comfort and appointments for family hauling duties.
3R24F177516
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
4-Door DeLuxe Station Wagon
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA |
| Model Code | 24 | Falcon Station Wagon |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 260 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 177516 | Production #177516 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFalcon Station Wagon
Year1963
Body Style4-Door DeLuxe Station Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Horsepower164 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2637
Length181.1
Width70.8
Wheelbase115.5
Rear tread56
Front tread57
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2427.00
No. Produced
23477
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2637
lbs
Length
181.1
in.
Width
70.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Model Year
1963
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Main Bearings
4
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Cooling System
8.5 Quarts
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Fin and tube
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
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
Make
Ford
Series
Falcon Station Wagon
Model Number
71B
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Transmission
2.25
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Carburetor
Own
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Type
Single downdraft
Cylinders
6
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Front Tread
57
in.
Rear Tread
56
in.
Wheelbase
115.5
in.
Differential Ratio
3.50
:1
Differential
Hypoid
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.