1964 Ford Thunderbird 2-Dr. Hardtop
The Thunderbird hardtop continued Ford's personal luxury car tradition, featuring elegant styling and upscale amenities.
4Y83Z144697
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Thunderbird
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 83 | Thunderbird |
| Engine Code | Z | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 144697 | Production #144697 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Length205.4
Width77.7
Height52.5
Front tread61
Rear tread60
Wheelbase113.2
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$4486.00
No. Produced
60552
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Length
205.4
in.
Width
77.7
in.
Height
52.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Brake Horsepower
300@4600
hp
Displacement
389.09
cu. in.
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Torque
427@2800
ft/lbs
Main Bearings
5
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Block Material
Special alloy iron
Rated Horsepower
52.41
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (26)
Exhaust System
Dual
Cooling System
19 Quarts
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Steering Gear
Integral power
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
Tire Size
8.15 x 15
Spare Location
Trunk
Series
Thunderbird
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Model Year
1964
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
63A
Service
Power self-adjusting
Brake Size
11
in.
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Oil
5
qt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Transmission
20
pt.
Fuel
22
gal.
Carburetor
Own
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Front Tread
61
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
113.2
in.
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Type
Cruise-O-Matic automatic
Compression Ratio-Std
9.7
:1
Type
Downdraft 4-barrel
Cylinders
8
Clutch Type
Not applicable
No. Of Gears
3
B
&s 4 3/64 & 3 25/32
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.