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1960 Ford Falcon 2-Door Sedan

This was the debut year for Ford's revolutionary compact Falcon, which sold over 435,000 units and became Ford's most successful first-year model launch.
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0U11V700285
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Louisville, KY
Plant
Pre-Muscle Car Era
Era

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

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1960 Ford Falcon

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VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1960
Plant Code U Louisville, KY
Model Code 11 Falcon
Engine Code V 6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Serial Number 700285 Production #700285

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1960
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraPre-Muscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Horsepower145 HP
Compression Ratio8.4:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front38.9
Headroom rear37.3
Height54.5
Legroom front44.6
Legroom rear40.1
Length181.2
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase109.5
Width70.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)