1963 Ford 300 2-Door Sedan
The 300 series was Ford's entry-level full-size car, offering basic transportation with full-size comfort and space.
3U53V182821
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Louisville, KY
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford 300
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | U | Louisville, KY |
| Model Code | 53 | 300 |
| Engine Code | V | 6 Cyl. 223 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 182821 | Production #182821 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
Model300
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Horsepower138 HP
Compression Ratio8.4:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Wheelbase119
Front tread61
Rear tread60
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
No. Produced
26010
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Rated Horsepower
31.54
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters
Mechanical
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Torque
203@2200
ft/lbs
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Displacement
223.51
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Radiator
Fin and tube
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Exhaust System
Single with crossover
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
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
6.5 x 13
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Make
Ford
Series
300 6
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
62E
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Transmission
3
pt.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Brake Horsepower
138@4200
hp
Cylinders
6
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Front Tread
61
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential Ratio
3.50
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Carburetor
Own
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.26
:1
2nd
1.84
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.35
:1
B
&s 3 5/8 & 3 39/64
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.