1961 Mercury Meteor 4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
The Meteor 600 debuted in 1961 as Mercury's entry-level full-size sedan, slotting below the Monterey to capture budget-conscious buyers.
Confidence
95%
1J52X506916
8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1961 Mercury Meteor
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA |
| Model Code | 52 | Meteor |
| Engine Code | X | 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 506916 | Production #506916 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMeteor
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceMercury