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[ Home ](/) 2. / [ Generations ](/generations/) 3. / [ 1961-1966 Ford F-100 (4th Gen): Twin I-Beam + 300 Six ](/generations/1961-1966/) 4. / 1963 Ford F-100: Final Unibody Year, Engine Specs & Values Generation 4 · 1961–1966 # 1963 Ford F-100: Final Unibody Year, Engine Specs & Values Top Engine 292 Y-Block V8 · 160 hp Wheelbase 115 in (short bed), 122 in (long bed) Original MSRP $2,098 Production 114,479 fordf100s.com · Updated August 8, 2026 Jump to Year [ 1961 ](/1961-ford-f100/)[ 1962 ](/1962-ford-f100/)[ 1963 ](/1963-ford-f100/)[ 1964 ](/1964-ford-f100/)[ 1965 ](/1965-ford-f100/)[ 1966 ](/1966-ford-f100/) Factory Spec Sheet MODEL YEAR 1963 __General Specifications__ | Wheelbase | 115 in (short bed), 122 in (long bed) | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------- | | Curb Weight | 3,385 lbs | | Body Styles | pickup, styleside, flareside | | Original MSRP | $2,098 | | Production Numbers | 114,479 | __Engine Options__ | Engine | Displacement | Horsepower | Type | | --------------------- | ------------ | ---------- | -------- | | 223 Mileage Maker Six | 223 ci | 137 hp | inline-6 | | 292 Y-Block V8 | 292 ci | 160 hp | v8 | | 262 Big Six | 262 ci | 132 hp | inline-6 | Available Transmissions - 3-speed manual - 4-speed manual - Ford-O-Matic automatic Sources & Editorial ReviewSource reviewed Reviewed by the [FordF100s.com editorial team](/about/#editorial-standards) on August 8, 2026. The Integral Styleside / Unibody construction claims were corrected against period Ford brochure language and specialist references: cab and bed may be joined as one body assembly, but that body still mounts on a separate ladder frame. Engine applications, horsepower ratings, and other identification claims were reconciled against period literature. Full-line F-Series applications were excluded when the source did not support an F-100 application. References used 1. [Ford Heritage Vault](https://fordheritagevault.com/) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literaturePeriod brochures, sales literature, and manuals used to check model-year claims. 2. [1963 Ford F-100 Series sales brochure (FDT-6304)](https://xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/1963-Ford-F100-Trucks.pdf) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literatureIntegral vs Separate Styleside body options, parallel-rail frame, and shared chassis equipment. 3. [1961-1966 Ford Truck technical library](https://www.fordification.info/) — Fordification.info · Specialist referenceYear-specific VIN and engine application tables checked against the local decoder dataset. Reader LS contributed corrections clarifying Integral Styleside (Unibody) vs true unit-body construction. Horsepower changed from SAE gross to SAE net reporting for 1972, so figures on opposite sides of that change are not directly comparable. Production totals, weights, prices, option availability, and midyear changes can vary by source and configuration; treat them as reference points, not proof of a specific truck's original equipment. Found a conflict in factory literature or have a better source? See our [corrections process](/about/#corrections). The 1963 Ford F-100 marked the final year that Ford offered the Integral [Styleside](/glossary/styleside/) (enthusiast “[Unibody](/glossary/unibody/)”) cab-and-bed body. The 223 Six and 292 [Y-block](/glossary/y-block/) continued, and year-specific engine-code references also list the 262 Six. Externally, the 1963 F-100 was nearly identical to the 1962 model. Minor trim revisions and updated badges were the only visual changes. The clean, modern design language of the fourth generation continued, with its generous glass area, single headlights, and horizontal grille. Both the Styleside and [Flareside](/glossary/flareside/) body configurations remained available, with the Styleside offered as either an Integral Styleside or a Separate Styleside — both still mounted on a conventional ladder frame. The Integral Styleside was in its final months, and Ford discontinued it mid-year. Three years of real-world service had confirmed the concerns that skeptics had raised from the beginning. The joined cab-and-bed structure was prone to stress cracking under heavy loads, and corrosion that penetrated the shared structure could compromise cab and bed together rather than just a replaceable box. For light-duty personal use, the Integral Styleside offered a refined driving experience, but the American truck market still demanded ruggedness above all else. Separate cab-and-bed Stylesides would remain the F-100 formula for decades to come. The engine-code references list the 223 Six at 137 gross horsepower, the 262 Six at about 132 gross horsepower, and the standard F-100 292 Y-block V8 at 160 gross horsepower. A lower-rated heavy-duty 292 appears under a separate code. Transmissions continued with the 3-speed manual standard, the 4-speed manual optional, and the Ford-O-Matic automatic available. Production reached approximately 114,479 units, the highest of the early fourth-generation years and a testament to the growing strength of the truck market in the early 1960s. The F-100 was firmly established as America’s best-selling pickup, a position it would defend aggressively through the rest of the decade. The 1963 F-100 holds a unique position for collectors. As the last year for the Integral Styleside, surviving Unibody examples are among the most collectible fourth-generation trucks. The combination of rarity, historical significance, and the distinctive joined cab-and-bed body makes them highly prized. Finding one without significant structural rust is the primary challenge, as the shared panels left few places for moisture to escape once it found its way inside. Next useful step ## Put this 1963 in generation context Compare its factory changes, engines, and neighboring model years before planning a purchase or restoration. 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For the 1963 model year, notable changes included: Final year for Integral Styleside (Unibody), dropped mid-year; minor trim revisions; 262 Six in year-specific engine-code references As the third year of the fourth-generation F-100 (Unibody / Integral Styleside era), the 1963 Ford F100 built on the prior year while setting up what came next in the 1961-1966 run. Where does the 1963 Ford F100 sit within the 1961-1966 generation? The 1963 Ford F-100 was the third model year of the fourth-generation F-100 (Unibody / Integral Styleside era), placing it at the midpoint of the 1961-1966 run. By 1963, the generation had stabilized and buyers benefited from several years of running changes. The 1963 specifically added: Final year for Integral Styleside (Unibody), dropped mid-year; minor trim revisions; 262 Six in year-specific engine-code references What are the key dimensions of the 1963 Ford F-100? The 1963 Ford F-100 had a wheelbase of 115 in (short bed), 122 in (long bed) and a curb weight of 3,385 lbs. Factory body styles included pickup, styleside and flareside. It was part of the fourth-generation F-100 (Unibody / Integral Styleside era) (1961-1966), a generation defined by Integral Styleside (Unibody) cab-and-bed body, Twin I-Beam suspension, and the 240/300 Big Six. How many 1963 Ford F100 trucks were built? Ford produced approximately 114,479 units of the 1963 Ford F100\. The original MSRP started at $2,098, which put it at the accessible end of the light-duty truck market for 1963\. For 1963 production, volumes were modest, which affects collector availability today. Condition, originality, and trim level matter more than raw production numbers when valuing a specific truck. What should I look for when buying a 1963 Ford F100? Focus your inspection on the 1963-specific items: Final year for Integral Styleside (Unibody), dropped mid-year; minor trim revisions; 262 Six in year-specific engine-code references With 3 factory engine options spanning 132 to 160 horsepower, verifying that a specific 1963 truck has its original engine matters more for value than for most years before or after. Production of only 114,479 makes a clean 1963 Ford F100 genuinely uncommon today. Prioritize trucks with documented history over cosmetic presentation — a clean 1963 with receipts beats a repainted example with an unknown past. Model Years - [1961 Ford F-100: Unibody Debut, 4th Gen Specs & Collector Guide](/1961-ford-f100/) - [1962 Ford F-100: Unibody Year Two Specs, Engines & Values](/1962-ford-f100/) - [1963 Ford F-100: Final Unibody Year, Engine Specs & Values](/1963-ford-f100/) - [1964 Ford F-100: New Front End, 262 Big Six Specs & Values](/1964-ford-f100/) - [1965 Ford F-100: Twin I-Beam Debut, 300 Six Specs & Values](/1965-ford-f100/) - [1966 Ford F-100: Specs, Engine Options & Price Guide](/1966-ford-f100/) Model Years - [1961 Ford F-100: Unibody Debut, 4th Gen Specs & Collector Guide](/1961-ford-f100/) - [1962 Ford F-100: Unibody Year Two Specs, Engines & Values](/1962-ford-f100/) - [1963 Ford F-100: Final Unibody Year, Engine Specs & Values](/1963-ford-f100/) - [1964 Ford F-100: New Front End, 262 Big Six Specs & Values](/1964-ford-f100/) - [1965 Ford F-100: Twin I-Beam Debut, 300 Six Specs & Values](/1965-ford-f100/) - [1966 Ford F-100: Specs, Engine Options & Price Guide](/1966-ford-f100/) VIN Decoder Decode supported F-100 VIN formats, or use the 1961-1983 data plate decoder for source-backed paint, trim, axle, and transmission codes. 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