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1963 Ford Falcon Station Wagon 4-Door DeLuxe Station Wagon

The Falcon DeLuxe wagon variant provided enhanced comfort and appointments for family hauling duties.
3R24U182112
6 Cyl. 170 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

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 24 Falcon Station Wagon
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Serial Number 182112 Production #182112

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Station Wagon
Year1963
Body Style4-Door DeLuxe 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 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.