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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.
3Y836132360
260 V-8 (Low Comp.)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 83 Thunderbird
Engine Code 6 260 V-8 (Low Comp.)
Serial Number 836132360 Production #836132360

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine260 V-8 (Low Comp.)
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

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

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)