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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.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 51 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.
2U51V124198
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Louisville, KY
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

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code U Louisville, KY
Model Code 51 Galaxie
Engine Code V 6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Serial Number 124198 Production #124198

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Horsepower138 HP
Compression Ratio8.4:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord

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)