1963 Ford Galaxie 2-Door Sedan
The Galaxie was Ford's mid-trim full-size car, positioned between the base 300 series and the premium Galaxie 500.
3D51F111111
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Dallas, TX
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | D | Dallas, TX |
| Model Code | 51 | Galaxie |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 260 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 111111 | Production #111111 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Horsepower164 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantDallas, TX
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Height55.5
Length209.9
Width79.9
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2562.00
No. Produced
30335
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3583
lbs
Length
209.9
in.
Height
55.5
in.
Width
79.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Rated Horsepower
46.13
hp
Type
Dual downdraft
Torque
258@2200
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
260.42
cu. in.
Brake Horsepower
164@4400
hp
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator
Fin and tube
Exhaust System
Single with crossover
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
13.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.5 x 14
Make
Ford
Series
Galaxie V8
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Model Number
62B
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Oil
4
qt.
Transmission
3
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Type
Fully synchronized
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Cylinders
8
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Front Tread
61
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.50
:1
Carburetor
Own
Clutch Size
10 inches
Clutch Type
Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.79
:1
2nd
1.7
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.87
:1
B
&s 3 51/64 & 2 7/8
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.