1961 Mercury Meteor 4-Dr. Meteor Hardtop (800)
The four-door Meteor 800 hardtop offered pillarless styling and added sophistication to Mercury's new intermediate full-size lineup.
1Z54S565638
6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Meteor Hardtop (800)
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Mercury Meteor
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | Z | St. Louis, MO |
| Model Code | 54 | Meteor |
| Engine Code | S | 6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 565638 | Production #565638 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMeteor
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Meteor Hardtop (800)
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement144 CID
Horsepower90 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%