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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. / 1964 Ford F-100: New Front End, 262 Big Six Specs & Values Generation 4 · 1961–1966 # 1964 Ford F-100: New Front End, 262 Big Six Specs & Values Top Engine 292 Y-Block V8 · 160 hp Wheelbase 115 in (short bed), 128 in (long bed) Original MSRP $2,126 Production 126,277 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 1964 __General Specifications__ | Wheelbase | 115 in (short bed), 128 in (long bed) | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------- | | Curb Weight | 3,410 lbs | | Body Styles | pickup, styleside, flareside | | Original MSRP | $2,126 | | Production Numbers | 126,277 | __Engine Options__ | Engine | Displacement | Horsepower | Type | | --------------------- | ------------ | ---------- | -------- | | 223 Mileage Maker Six | 223 ci | 137 hp | inline-6 | | 262 Big Six | 262 ci | 132 hp | inline-6 | | 292 Y-Block V8 | 292 ci | 160 hp | v8 | 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 1964 Ford F-100 arrived with the most substantial mid-cycle update the fourth generation would receive. Ford restyled the front end, introduced a new six-cylinder engine, and made a definitive body decision: the Integral [Styleside](/glossary/styleside/) was gone, and every Styleside used a separate cab and bed — including a new Styleside box designed to match the fourth-generation cab. As before, those bodies still mounted on a conventional ladder frame. The most visible change was a completely redesigned front end. The grille was wider and more prominent, with a bold horizontal bar design that gave the truck a heavier, more purposeful appearance. The headlight surrounds were reshaped, and the hood received revised contours to integrate with the new grille. From the windshield back, the cab and body were unchanged, but the new face gave the 1964 model a distinctly different presence on the road. It was a successful update that modernized the truck’s look without requiring the expense of a full redesign. Year-specific engine-code references list both the 223 cubic-inch Mileage Maker Six at 137 gross horsepower and the 262 Big Six at about 132 gross horsepower. The standard F-100 292 [Y-block](/glossary/y-block/) V8 was rated at 160 gross horsepower, with a lower-rated heavy-duty version under a separate code. Transmission options included the 3-speed and 4-speed manuals and Ford-O-Matic automatic; availability varied by configuration. Dropping the Integral Styleside simplified Ford’s manufacturing process and addressed the durability concerns that had followed the joined cab-and-bed design since 1961\. All Styleside trucks now used a separate bed bolted to the frame, making repairs easier and improving long-term structural integrity under heavy use. The [Flareside](/glossary/flareside/) continued as the traditional stepside option. The Custom Cab trim package remained the premium option, offering upgraded interior materials, better sound insulation, and additional convenience features. The standard cab continued to serve the work truck market with a durable, no-frills interior that could withstand daily commercial use. Production climbed to approximately 126,277 units for 1964, reflecting both the appeal of the refreshed design and a booming national economy. The F-100 continued to dominate the half-ton truck market, and the mid-cycle updates helped maintain buyer interest during the middle years of the generation. For collectors, the 1964 F-100 represents the beginning of the more refined second phase of the fourth generation. The restyled front end gives it a cleaner, more modern look than the 1961-1963 models, and separate cab-and-bed construction means survivors tend to be in better structural condition than Integral Styleside trucks. The 262 Six is a capable and reliable engine that remains easy to service and rebuild today. Next useful step ## Put this 1964 in generation context Compare its factory changes, engines, and neighboring model years before planning a purchase or restoration. 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For the 1964 model year, notable changes included: Restyled front end with new grille, Integral Styleside gone, new matching Separate Styleside bed, 223 and 262 Six applications As the fourth year of the fourth-generation F-100 (Unibody / Integral Styleside era), the 1964 Ford F100 built on the prior year while setting up what came next in the 1961-1966 run. Where does the 1964 Ford F100 sit within the 1961-1966 generation? The 1964 Ford F-100 was the fourth model year of the fourth-generation F-100 (Unibody / Integral Styleside era), placing it at the midpoint of the 1961-1966 run. By 1964, the generation had stabilized and buyers benefited from several years of running changes. The 1964 specifically added: Restyled front end with new grille, Integral Styleside gone, new matching Separate Styleside bed, 223 and 262 Six applications How many 1964 Ford F100 trucks were built? Ford produced approximately 126,277 units of the 1964 Ford F100\. The original MSRP started at $2,126, which put it at the accessible end of the light-duty truck market for 1964\. For 1964 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 motors could you order in a 1964 Ford F-100? The 1964 Ford F-100 offered 3 engine options: 223 Mileage Maker Six (223 ci, 137 hp); 262 Big Six (262 ci, 132 hp); 292 Y-Block V8 (292 ci, 160 hp). The lineup drew from Ford’s OHV Y-block, Ford’s inline-six. The strongest available was the 292 Y-Block V8 at 160 horsepower, while the base engine was the 262 Big Six at 132 horsepower. Transmission choices were 3-speed manual, 4-speed manual, Ford-O-Matic automatic. What should I look for when buying a 1964 Ford F100? Focus your inspection on the 1964-specific items: Restyled front end with new grille, Integral Styleside gone, new matching Separate Styleside bed, 223 and 262 Six applications With 3 factory engine options spanning 132 to 160 horsepower, verifying that a specific 1964 truck has its original engine matters more for value than for most years before or after. Production of only 126,277 makes a clean 1964 Ford F100 genuinely uncommon today. Prioritize trucks with documented history over cosmetic presentation — a clean 1964 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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