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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Fastback Hardtop

The Galaxie 500 fastback featured aerodynamic styling that helped Ford dominate NASCAR racing in 1963.
3Z665Y55348
223 Six (Low Comp.)
Engine
2-Door Fastback Hardtop
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code Z St. Louis, MO
Model Code 66 Galaxie 500
Engine Code 5 223 Six (Low Comp.)
Serial Number 55348 Production #55348

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine223 Six (Low Comp.)
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

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

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)