1961 Mercury Meteor 4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
The Meteor 600 debuted in 1961 as Mercury's entry-level full-size sedan, slotting below the Monterey to capture budget-conscious buyers.
1Z52W506597
8 Cyl. 292 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Mercury Meteor
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | Z | St. Louis, MO |
| Model Code | 52 | Meteor |
| Engine Code | W | 8 Cyl. 292 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 506597 | Production #506597 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMeteor
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Meteor Sedan (600)
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 292 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement292 CID
Horsepower175 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%