1960 Mercury Monterey 4-Dr. Sedan
The four-door Monterey sedan served as Mercury's best-selling model in 1960, offering affordable luxury to middle-class buyers.
0W32P542277
8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2-V (Export)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
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1960 Mercury Monterey
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VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 0 | 1960 |
| Plant Code | W | Wayne, MI |
| Model Code | 32 | Monterey |
| Engine Code | P | 8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2-V (Export) |
| Serial Number | 542277 | Production #542277 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMonterey
Year1960
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2-V (Export)
Cylinders8
Displacement430 CID
Compression RatioN/A
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1962
Headroom front38.5
Headroom rear37.1
Height55.7
Legroom front46.2
Legroom rear43.0
Length219.2
Nameplate origin1952
Wheelbase126.0
Width81.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)