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1962 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Club Sedan

The Galaxie 500 trim level brought premium appointments to Ford's full-size lineup at the height of the space-age styling era.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 61 was used by both 1962 and 1972 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1962 interpretation. If this is a 1972 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
2P61X120366
8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Twin Cities, MN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1962 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code P Twin Cities, MN
Model Code 61 Galaxie 500
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Serial Number 120366 Production #120366

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1962
Body Style2-Door Club Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantTwin Cities, MN
Plant CodeP
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications (Matched to: Galaxie)

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)