1963 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. Sedan
The base Comet 2-door sedan entered its third year as Mercury's compact entry, competing against Ford's Falcon and Chevrolet's Chevy II.
3H02U502677
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Mercury Comet
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH |
| Model Code | 02 | Comet |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.) |
| Serial Number | 502677 | Production #502677 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1963
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.)
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Carburetor1-V Carb
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front38.0
Headroom rear37.5
Height54.5
Legroom front41.5
Legroom rear34.7
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2047.00
No. Produced
62365
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2337
lbs
Length
181.1
in.
Width
70.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Block Material
Cast Iron
Main Bearings
4
Torque
134@2000
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Cylinders
6
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Displacement
144.32
cu. in.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Battery
12
V
Fuel Type
84 octane
Cooling System
8.75 Quarts
Radiator
Fin and tube
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
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
6 x 13
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Series
Falcon Standard 6
Make
Ford
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54A
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
9
in.
Fuel
14
gal.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Transmission
2.25
pt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Brake Horsepower
85@4200
hp
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Wheelbase
109.5
in.
Rear Tread
54.5
in.
Front Tread
55
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.10
:1
Clutch Size
8.5 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 1/2
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.