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1961 Ford Falcon 2-Door Sedan

The base 2-door Falcon sedan was Ford's budget-friendly compact entry in its second year, competing directly with Chevrolet's Corvair.
Confidence 95% Engine code '0' isn't a documented Ford engine code for this model year -- check the VIN plate; common misreads: C, D, O.
1F110802729
2-Door Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

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

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1961 Ford Falcon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 11 Falcon
Engine Code 0 Unknown Engine
Serial Number 802729 Production #802729

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1961
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
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)