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1963 Ford Fairlane 4-Door Sedan

The Fairlane 4-door sedan targeted families who wanted more room than a Falcon but better fuel economy than a Galaxie.
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3F32T280492
200 I-6
Engine
4-Door Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Fairlane

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 32 Fairlane
Engine Code T 200 I-6
Serial Number 280492 Production #280492

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane
Year1963
Body Style4-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine200 I-6
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Horsepower116 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Length197.6
Height55.4
Front tread57
Wheelbase115.5
Rear tread56

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2216.00
No. Produced 44454

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 197.6 in.
Height 55.4 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1963
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Type Single downdraft
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Torque 203@2200 ft/lbs
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (13)
Exhaust System Single with crossover
Radiator Fin and tube
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Optional Equipment Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive Rear wheel drive
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.5 x 13
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Fairlane 6
Model Number 54A
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 in.
Emergency Rear service brakes
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Oil 4 qt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Main Bearings 4
Compression Ratio-Std 8.4 :1
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Cylinders 6
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Brake Horsepower 138@4200 hp
Rear Tread 56 in.
Wheelbase 115.5 in.
Front Tread 57 in.
Differential Ratio 3.50 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.29 :1
2nd 1.83 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 4.48 :1
B &s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16

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.