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1964 Ford Falcon Futura 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Falcon Futura hardtop with bucket seats previewed the sporty compact formula that would be perfected by the Mustang.
Confidence 95%
4T11AKXR485
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1964 Ford Falcon Futura

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Engine Code A 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V)
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Serial Number KXR485 Production #KXR485
Model Code 11 Falcon Futura

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Futura
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower271 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Weight2533
Length181.6
Height54.5
Width71.6
Front tread55
Rear tread56
Wheelbase109.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)