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1964 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Dr. Convertible

The Galaxie 500 convertible provided open-air luxury in Ford's full-size lineup, overshadowed by the Mustang's debut.
4E65X204383
8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
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 65 Galaxie 500
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (4-V)
Serial Number 204383 Production #204383

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
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
Front tread61
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2936.00
No. Produced 37311

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

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

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Inline Valve-in-head
Torque 203@2200 ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower 138@4200 hp
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
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 76A
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Transmission 3 pt.
Carburetor Own
Displacement 223.51 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 8.4 :1
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Cylinders 6
Valve Lifters Mechanical
Rear Tread 60 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Front Tread 61 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.5 :1
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.