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1961 Ford Fairlane 2-Door Club Sedan

The 1961 Fairlane represented Ford's full-size entry-level model, positioned below the Galaxie in the lineup and offering traditional Ford styling at a lower price point.
1E31V174650
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Fairlane

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code E Mahwah, NJ
Model Code 31 Fairlane
Engine Code V 6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Serial Number 174650 Production #174650

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane
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 PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%