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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Convertible

The Galaxie 500 convertible provided open-air luxury in Ford's full-size lineup before the Mustang convertible arrived.
3E65X141351
8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (220 HP)
Engine
2-Door Convertible
Body
Pre-Muscle Car Era
Era
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Convertible

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code E Unknown Plant
Model Code 65 Galaxie 500
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (220 HP)
Serial Number 141351 Production #141351

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraPre-Muscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (220 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Width79.9
Length209.9
Height55.5
Wheelbase119
Rear tread60
Front tread61

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3033.00
No. Produced 36876

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3773 lbs
Length 209.9 in.
Height 55.5 in.
Width 79.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Engine Numbers Last letter in serial no.
Rated Horsepower 46.13 hp
Type Dual downdraft
Torque 258@2200 ft/lbs
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Displacement 260.42 cu. in.
Brake Horsepower 164@4400 hp
Type V8 Valve-in-head
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator Fin and tube
Exhaust System Single with crossover
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7.5 x 14
Make Ford
Series Galaxie 500 - V8
Origin United States
Model Year 1963
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 76A
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Transmission 3 pt.
Oil 4 qt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Type Fully synchronized
Compression Ratio-Std 8.7 :1
Cylinders 8
Engine No. Location Plate on left front door pillar post.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Front Tread 61 in.
Rear Tread 60 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.50 :1
Carburetor Own
Clutch Size 10 inches
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.79 :1
2nd 1.7 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 2.87 :1
B &s 3 51/64 & 2 7/8

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.