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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Door Hardtop

The Galaxie 500 4-door hardtop offered family practicality with the stylish pillarless roofline of a sport coupe.
3T64FF32168
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
4-Door Hardtop
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 64 Galaxie 500
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Serial Number 32168 Production #32168

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1963
Body Style4-Door Hardtop
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 PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Height55.5
Width79.9
Length209.9
Wheelbase119
Front tread61
Rear tread60

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)