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1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL 2-Door Fastback Hardtop

The Galaxie 500XL fastback combined performance styling with luxury appointments, becoming a NASCAR homologation special.
3W68C120061
8 Cyl. 289 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Fastback Hardtop
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code W Wayne, MI
Model Code 68 Galaxie 500XL
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I.
Serial Number 120061 Production #120061

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500XL
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Fastback Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Length209.9
Width79.9
Front tread61
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)