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1964 Ford Ford Custom 500 2-Dr. Sedan

The Custom 500 2-door sedan served as Ford's entry-level full-size car, offering value and reliability.
4J51C144032
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code J Los Angeles, CA
Model Code 51 Ford Custom 500
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 144032 Production #144032

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom 500
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Width80
Height56.5
Length209.8
Rear tread60
Wheelbase119
Front tread61

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2453.00
No. Produced 20619

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Width 80 in.
Height 56.5 in.
Length 209.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1964
Displacement 223.51 cu. in.
Rated Horsepower 31.54 hp
Torque 203@2200 ft/lbs
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Tube and corrugated fin & core
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power seats
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Tire Size 7.00 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Custom 500 6
Model Number 62B
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Fuel 20 gal.
Transmission 3 pt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Carburetor Own
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 8.4 :1
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Brake Horsepower 138@4200 hp
Type Single downdraft
Cylinders 6
Valve Lifters Mechanical
Front Tread 61 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 60 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.5 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
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.