1964 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Hardtop
The Galaxie 500 4-door hardtop offered pillarless styling and upscale appeal for families who wanted elegance.
4P64Z144908
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Twin Cities, MN
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 | P | Twin Cities, MN |
| Model Code | 64 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | Z | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 144908 | Production #144908 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantTwin Cities, MN
Plant CodeP
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width80
Length209.8
Height56.5
Wheelbase119
Front tread61
Rear tread60
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2739.00
No. Produced
49242
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
Valve Lifters
Mechanical
Type
Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower
31.54
hp
Brake Horsepower
138@4200
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
57B
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Oil
5
qt.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Torque
203@2200
ft/lbs
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Displacement
223.51
cu. in.
Cylinders
6
Rear Tread
60
in.
Front Tread
61
in.
Wheelbase
119
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.