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1961 Ford Galaxie 2-Door Club Sedan

The 1961 Galaxie Club Sedan featured Ford's all-new styling with rounded contours and a concave grille, marking a dramatic departure from the finned 1960 models.
1A51V117515
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Galaxie

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 51 Galaxie
Engine Code V 6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Serial Number 117515 Production #117515

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1961
Body Style2-Door Club Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Horsepower135 HP
Compression Ratio8.4:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.9
Height55.0
Legroom front43.3
Legroom rear41.6
Length209.9
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)