1963 Mercury Meteor 4-Dr. Sedan
The Meteor entered 1963 as Mercury's mid-size offering, slotted between the compact Comet and full-size Monterey.
Confidence
95%
3K32F511591
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.D. 2-V Carb
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Mercury Meteor
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 32 | Meteor |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 260 C.I.D. 2-V Carb |
| Serial Number | 511591 | Production #511591 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMeteor
Year1963
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I.D. 2-V Carb
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Carburetor2-V Carb
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications
Length197.6
Wheelbase115.5
Height55.4
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.