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1962 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. Sedan - Custom - C/P

The Comet Custom two-door combined compact efficiency with Mercury's traditional emphasis on comfort and style.
Confidence 95%
2H11F581286
8 Cyl. 260 C.I. OHV 2 BC
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan - Custom - C/P
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Mercury Comet

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 11 Comet
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 260 C.I. OHV 2 BC
Serial Number 581286 Production #581286

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1962
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan - Custom - C/P
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I. OHV 2 BC
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceMercury

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front34.2
Headroom rear32.7
Height54.5
Legroom front43.4
Legroom rear39.3
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)