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1963 Ford Thunderbird High Performance 2-Door Convertible

The Thunderbird convertible offered open-air luxury in Ford's flagship personal car, competing with Buick Riviera and Pontiac Grand Prix.
3Y85M113668
390 CID High Performance V8
Engine
2-Door Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Thunderbird High Performance

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 85 Thunderbird High Performance
Engine Code M 390 CID High Performance V8
Serial Number 113668 Production #113668

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird High Performance
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID High Performance V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower340 HP
Compression Ratio10.8:1+
Carburetor2-3 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4335
Width76.5
Height52.5
Length205
Rear tread60
Wheelbase113.2
Front tread61

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)