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1964 Ford Falcon Futura 2-Dr. Convertible

The Falcon Futura convertible with bench seats offered affordable convertible motoring for traditional buyers.
4H15U182083
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Falcon Futura

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 15 Falcon Futura
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Serial Number 182083 Production #182083

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Futura
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2700
Height54.5
Length181.6
Width71.6
Rear tread56
Front tread55
Wheelbase109.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2470.00
No. Produced 13220

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2700 lbs
Height 54.5 in.
Length 181.6 in.
Width 71.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Block Material Cast Iron
Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Cylinders 6
Type Single downdraft
Displacement 144.32 cu. in.
Torque 134@2000 ft/lbs
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Cooling System Water pump
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 8.75 Quarts
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment 170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Fordomatic automatic transmission
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
Tire Size 6.50 x 13
Spare Location Trunk
Model Year 1964
Origin United States
Series Falcon Futura 6
Make Ford
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 76A
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Fuel 14 gal.
Carburetor Own
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Differential Ratio 3.10 :1
Differential Hypoid
Rear Tread 56 in.
Front Tread 55 in.
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Brake Horsepower 85@4200 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 8.4 :1
Main Bearings 4
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.29 :1
2nd 1.83 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 4.46 :1
B &s 3 1/2 & 2 1/2

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.