1961 Mercury Comet 4-Dr. Station Wagon
The four-door Comet wagon offered families a compact alternative to full-size wagons during the compact car revolution of the early 1960s.
1R22U811757
6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Mercury Comet
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA |
| Model Code | 22 | Comet |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 811757 | Production #811757 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. OHV 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front33.8
Headroom rear32.7
Height54.5
Legroom front43.3
Legroom rear39.4
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)