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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Fastback Hardtop

The Galaxie 500 fastback featured aerodynamic styling that helped Ford dominate NASCAR racing in 1963.
3N66X141493
8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Fastback Hardtop
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code N Mahwah, NJ
Model Code 66 Galaxie 500
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Serial Number 141493 Production #141493

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Fastback Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeN
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

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

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

No. Produced 100500

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 209.9 in.
Width 79.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Rated Horsepower 46.13 hp
Type Dual downdraft
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Brake Horsepower 164@4400 hp
Type V8 Valve-in-head
Displacement 260.42 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Cooling System 13.5 Quarts
Exhaust System Single with crossover
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
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 7.5 x 14
Make Ford
Series Galaxie 500 - V8
Origin United States
Model Year 1963
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 63B
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size 11 in.
Emergency Rear service brakes
Oil 4 qt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Transmission 3 pt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Type Fully synchronized
Compression Ratio-Std 8.7 :1
Cylinders 8
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Torque 258@2200 ft/lbs
Front Tread 61 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 60 in.
Differential Ratio 3.50 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Own
Clutch Size 10 inches
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.79 :1
2nd 1.7 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 2.87 :1
B &s 3 51/64 & 2 7/8

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.