1964 Ford Galaxie 500XL - V8 4-Dr. Hardtop
The Galaxie 500XL 4-door hardtop combined luxury features with bucket seats and V8 power for performance-minded families.
4D60R121783
8 Cyl. 427 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Dallas, TX
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Galaxie 500XL - V8
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Plant Code | D | Dallas, TX |
| Model Code | 60 | Galaxie 500XL - V8 |
| Engine Code | R | 8 Cyl. 427 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 121783 | Production #121783 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500XL - V8
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 427 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement427 CID
Horsepower425 HP
Compression Ratio11.2:1
Carburetor2-4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDallas, TX
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width80
Length209.8
Height55.5
Wheelbase119
Front tread61
Rear tread60
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3287.00
No. Produced
14661
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
80
in.
Length
209.8
in.
Height
55.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Type
Constant mesh
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Dual downdraft
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
V8 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Radiator
Tube and corrugated fin & core
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
19.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.50 x 14
Series
Galaxie 500XL - V8
Origin
United States
Model Year
1964
Model Number
57C
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Torque
282@2400
ft/lbs
Displacement
289
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.6
:1
Cylinders
8
Main Bearings
5
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
Brake Horsepower
195@4400
hp
Rear Tread
60
in.
Front Tread
61
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential Ratio
3.5
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Size
10.4 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.42
:1
2nd
1.61
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.33
:1
B
&s 4 & 2.87
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.