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1963 Ford Thunderbird 2-Door Hardtop

The Thunderbird convertible offered open-air luxury in Ford's flagship personal car, competing with Buick Riviera and Pontiac Grand Prix.
3Y85Z115364
390 CID FE V8
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Pre-Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 85 Thunderbird
Engine Code Z 390 CID FE V8
Serial Number 115364 Production #115364

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1963
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraPre-Muscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID FE V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.8:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4335
Width76.5
Height52.5
Length205
Rear tread60
Wheelbase113.2
Front tread61

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)