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1961 Ford Galaxie High Performance Sunliner Convertible

The Galaxie Sunliner convertible was Ford's flagship open-top model, offering full-size luxury with the option of powerful V8 engines.
1C55Z140045
390 CID Police Package V8
Engine
Sunliner Convertible
Body
Chester, PA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Galaxie High Performance

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code C Chester, PA
Model Code 55 Galaxie High Performance
Engine Code Z 390 CID Police Package V8
Serial Number 140045 Production #140045

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie High Performance
Year1961
Body StyleSunliner Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID Police Package V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower330 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChester, PA
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Galaxie)

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)