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1961 Ford Falcon 4-Door Sedan

The 4-door Falcon sedan became Ford's best-selling compact model in 1961, offering practical family transportation at an affordable price.
1G12X102102
8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Engine
4-Door Sedan
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Falcon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 12 Falcon
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Serial Number 102102 Production #102102

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1961
Body Style4-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front38.9
Headroom rear37.3
Height54.5
Legroom front44.6
Legroom rear40.1
Length181.2
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase109.5
Width70.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)