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1962 Ford Galaxie 2-Door Club Sedan

The base Galaxie represented Ford's entry-level full-size offering during the second year of its completely restyled design.
2N51W195993
8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Norfolk, VA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Galaxie

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code N Norfolk, VA
Model Code 51 Galaxie
Engine Code W 8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 195993 Production #195993

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1962
Body Style2-Door Club Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement292 CID
Horsepower170 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantNorfolk, VA
Plant CodeN
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear34.0
Height54.9
Legroom front44.3
Legroom rear40.5
Length209.3
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)