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
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| 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.