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1970 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Door Station Wagon

The Fairlane 500 wagon offered practical mid-size hauling for 1970, the entry intermediate wagon in thrifty six-cylinder trim.
Confidence 95%
Model year needs verification: this serial block was also used in 1960. VIN model code 41 was used by both 1970 and 1960 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1970 interpretation. If this is a 1960 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
0N41X111294
390 CID V8
Engine
4-Door Station Wagon
Body
Norfolk, VA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1970 Ford Fairlane 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1970
Plant Code N Norfolk, VA
Model Code 41 Fairlane 500
Engine Code X 390 CID V8
Serial Number 111294 Production #111294

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1970
Body Style4-Door Station Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower270 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantNorfolk, VA
Plant CodeN
Pattern SourceFord