1961 Mercury Monterey 4-Dr. Monterey Hardtop
The four-door Monterey hardtop combined family practicality with the elegant pillarless design popular among luxury buyers in 1961.
Confidence
95%
1J64Z510539
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Monterey Hardtop
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 Monterey
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA |
| Model Code | 64 | Monterey |
| Engine Code | Z | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 510539 | Production #510539 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMonterey
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Monterey Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.9
Height55.0
Legroom front43.4
Legroom rear41.6
Length214.6
Nameplate origin1952
Wheelbase120.0
Width79.9
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)