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1963 Ford Thunderbird 2-Door Hardtop

The Thunderbird hardtop was Ford's personal luxury car with distinctive styling that emphasized comfort over the original two-seater's sportiness.
Confidence 95%
3Y832151680
6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1963 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 83 Thunderbird
Engine Code 2 6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Serial Number 151680 Production #151680

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionMAN
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Weight4206
Length205
Width76.5
Height52.5
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Wheelbase113.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)