1963 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. "S-22" Sedan
The sporty S-22 package debuted in 1963 with bucket seats and console to compete against Chevrolet's Monza.
Confidence
95%
3H17U543533
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.)
Engine
2-Dr. "S-22" 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 | 17 | Comet |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.D. 1-V Carb (Low Comp.) |
| Serial Number | 543533 | Production #543533 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1963
Body Style2-Dr. "S-22" 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
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
No. Produced
28496
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Length
181.1
in.
Width
70.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Displacement
144.32
cu. in.
Torque
134@2000
ft/lbs
Block Material
Cast Iron
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Fin and tube
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
8.75 Quarts
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
84 octane
Optional Equipment
170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power steering
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
63B
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
9
in.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Transmission
2.25
pt.
Fuel
14
gal.
Carburetor
Own
Brake Horsepower
85@4200
hp
Main Bearings
4
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.10
:1
Rear Tread
54.5
in.
Front Tread
55
in.
Wheelbase
109.5
in.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders
6
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
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.