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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.
3G69G122960
8 Cyl. 406 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Convertible
Body
Norfolk, VA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code G Norfolk, VA
Model Code 69 Galaxie 500XL
Engine Code G 8 Cyl. 406 C.I.
Serial Number 122960 Production #122960

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 406 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement406 CID
Horsepower405 HP
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Carburetor2-3 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantNorfolk, VA
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

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

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)