1963 Mercury 4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
The Monterey 4-door sedan represented Mercury's full-size entry-level offering with center pillars for added structural rigidity.
3Z52Y530909
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.D. 2-V Carb
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Mercury Mercury
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | Z | St. Louis, MO |
| Model Code | 52 | Mercury |
| Engine Code | Y | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I.D. 2-V Carb |
| Serial Number | 530909 | Production #530909 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMercury
Year1963
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I.D. 2-V Carb
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Carburetor2-V Carb
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3663
Wheelbase119
Length209.9
Height55.5
Width79.9
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2616.00
No. Produced
82419
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3663
lbs
Length
209.9
in.
Height
55.5
in.
Width
79.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Type
Dual downdraft
Brake Horsepower
164@4400
hp
Type
Fully synchronized
Torque
258@2200
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
260.42
cu. in.
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Cooling System
13.5 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single with crossover
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Fin and tube
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive
Rear wheel drive
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.5 x 14
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Series
Galaxie V8
Model Number
54B
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
11
in.
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Oil
4
qt.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3
pt.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Rated Horsepower
46.13
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Cylinders
8
Front Tread
61
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
119
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.