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1964 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. Hardtop - Caliente

The Comet Caliente hardtop introduced pillarless styling to Mercury's compact line, offering a sporty appearance with optional bucket seats.
4H23U538074
6 Cyl. 144 C.I.D.
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop - Caliente
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
1964 Mercury Comet 2-Dr. Hardtop - Caliente

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 23 Comet
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 144 C.I.D.
Serial Number 538074 Production #538074

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop - Caliente
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 144 C.I.D.
Cylinders6
Displacement144 CID
Horsepower85 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
Transmission** M & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1964 through 1965
Headroom front38.8
Headroom rear36.7
Height55.3
Legroom front42.0
Legroom rear35.5
Length195.1
Wheelbase114.0
Width71.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)