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1963 Ford Falcon Standard 2-Door Sedan

The Falcon Standard was Ford's entry-level compact car that helped the company compete with imports and established the platform that would spawn the Mustang.
3F01F12C087
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Falcon Standard

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 01 Falcon Standard
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Serial Number 087 Production #087

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Standard
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 PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2300
Length181.1
Width70.8
Front tread55
Rear tread54.5
Wheelbase109.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)