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1961 Ford Galaxie High Performance Sunliner Convertible

The Galaxie Sunliner convertible was Ford's flagship open-top model, offering full-size luxury with the option of powerful V8 engines.
Confidence 95%
1A55Z115795
390 CID Police Package V8
Engine
Sunliner Convertible
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

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

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1961 Ford Galaxie High Performance

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 55 Galaxie High Performance
Engine Code Z 390 CID Police Package V8
Serial Number 115795 Production #115795

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie High Performance
Year1961
Body StyleSunliner Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID Police Package V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower330 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications (Matched to: Galaxie)

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.9
Height55.0
Legroom front43.3
Legroom rear41.6
Length209.9
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)