Need Help with ID Plate Info

[TobbyT]

I've found a 1951 Ford Custom Fordor Sedan off in the woods. It's been there a very long time. It's a mess to say the least and will take a lot of work to get her out. I'm looking for help decoding parts of the ID Plate. I've been able to find some info but not all. I hope the "Production Code" can give me some info on the transmission and rear end.

*B1MP - XXXXXX*
B = 239 Flathead V8
1 = 1951
MP = Made in Memphis TN
XXXXXX = unit number

Body Code
73B = Custom Fordor Sedan

Color
R = ???

Trim
C = ???

Production Code (I can't find anything about this code)
20M3220A

 

[TobbyT]

I think I found the "Production Code" on http://1957ford.com/ . I ASSUME the Production Code for the 1957 Fords are the same as the 1951. I hate to assume.... Still looking for the Color and Trim Codes.

20= Date Manufactured
M = Month (December) Manufactured
32 = Dealer Code
220 = Scheduled Item Number