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1962 Ford Thunderbird Landau

The 1962 Thunderbird Landau introduced the formal vinyl roof treatment that would become a signature personal luxury car feature throughout the decade.
2T87L135439
8 Cyl. 221 C.I.
Engine
Landau
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 87 Thunderbird
Engine Code L 8 Cyl. 221 C.I.
Serial Number 135439 Production #135439

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1962
Body StyleLandau
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 221 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement221 CID
Horsepower145 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%