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1963 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. "S-22" Convertible (Bucket Seat)

The S-22 convertible combined bucket seats and sporty styling in Mercury's most stylish compact offering.
3H15U542177
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.)
Engine
2-Dr. "S-22" Convertible (Bucket Seat)
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Mercury Comet

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 15 Comet
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.)
Serial Number 542177 Production #542177

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1963
Body Style2-Dr. "S-22" Convertible (Bucket Seat)
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 $2470.00
No. Produced 18942

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2645 lbs
Length 181.1 in.
Width 70.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Block Material Cast Iron
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Main Bearings 4
Torque 134@2000 ft/lbs
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Displacement 144.32 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Cooling System 8.75 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Fuel Type 84 octane
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
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
Model Year 1963
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Falcon Futura 6
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 76A
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Transmission 2.25 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Fuel 14 gal.
Carburetor Own
Brake Horsepower 85@4200 hp
Type Single downdraft
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders 6
Compression Ratio-Std 8.7 :1
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Front Tread 55 in.
Rear Tread 54.5 in.
Differential Ratio 3.10 :1
Differential Hypoid
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.