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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Hardtop

The Galaxie 500 hardtop featured sleek pillarless styling that was highly popular in the early 1960s.
3C63RRJL2PG
427 V-8 (8-V) HP
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code C Chicago, IL
Model Code 63 Galaxie 500
Engine Code R 427 V-8 (8-V) HP

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine427 V-8 (8-V) HP
Cylinders8
Displacement427 CID
Horsepower425 HP
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Carburetor2-3 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Height55.5
Width79.9
Length209.9
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60
Front tread61

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)