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1964 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Sedan

The Galaxie 500 4-door sedan was Ford's best-selling full-size model, combining style, comfort, and practicality.
4E62X168196
8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code E Mahwah, NJ
Model Code 62 Galaxie 500
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (4-V)
Serial Number 168196 Production #168196

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Width80
Length209.8
Height56.5
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Wheelbase119

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2667.00
No. Produced 198805

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Width 80 in.
Length 209.8 in.
Height 56.5 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Inline Valve-in-head
Displacement 223.51 cu. in.
Torque 203@2200 ft/lbs
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 31.54 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Battery 12 V
Radiator Tube and corrugated fin & core
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7.00 x 14
Series Galaxie 500 6
Origin United States
Model Year 1964
Make Ford
Model Number 54A
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Fuel 20 gal.
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3 pt.
Carburetor Own
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Compression Ratio-Std 8.4 :1
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Valve Lifters Mechanical
Cylinders 6
Brake Horsepower 138@4200 hp
Wheelbase 119 in.
Front Tread 61 in.
Rear Tread 60 in.
Differential Ratio 3.5 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.26 :1
2nd 1.84 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.35 :1
B &s 3 5/8 & 3 39/64

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.