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1963 Ford Thunderbird 2-Door Sport Roadster

The Thunderbird Sport Roadster was a rare convertible variant with tonneau cover and twin headrests, recalling the original two-seater Thunderbird's sporting character.
3T89T123456
200 I-6
Engine
2-Door Sport Roadster
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 89 Thunderbird
Engine Code T 200 I-6
Serial Number 123456 Production #123456

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Sport Roadster
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine200 I-6
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Horsepower116 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4373
Width76.5
Length205
Height52.5
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Wheelbase113.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)