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1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL 2-Door Convertible

The Galaxie 500XL convertible represented Ford's top-of-the-line full-size performance luxury offering with bucket seats and V8 power.
3E69Q208444
427 V-8 (4-V) HP
Engine
2-Door Convertible
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code E Unknown Plant
Model Code 69 Galaxie 500XL
Engine Code Q 427 V-8 (4-V) HP
Serial Number 208444 Production #208444

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine427 V-8 (4-V) HP
Cylinders8
Displacement427 CID
Horsepower410 HP
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionMAN
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3779
Height55.5
Width79.9
Length209.9
Wheelbase119
Front tread61
Rear tread60

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)