1972 Ford Gran Torino Hardtop
The Gran Torino was the upscale tier of Ford's all-new 1972 mid-size line, and its two-door hardtop was the year's volume star at 132,284 built on a 114" wheelbase.
2B30H241744
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1972 Ford Gran Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1972 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B) |
| Model Code | 30 | Gran Torino |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 241744 | Production #241744 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino
Year1972
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production132284 / 132285
Doors2
Length203.7 / 221.4
Width79.2 / 79.3
Wheelbase118 / 121
Front Tread60.5 / 63.3
Height51.9 / 57
Rear Tread60 / 64.3
Weight3470
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0 / 3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearIntegral power / Recirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link / Longitudinal leaf spring
Tire SizeF78 x 14 / F78 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size10 / 11
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20 / 23
Oil Capacity4.5 / 5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTubular and fin
Cooling11.4 Quarts / 14.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Battery12
Equipment
Equipment351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Front disc rear drum brakes / Power seats / Power windows / Radio / Select-Shift automatic transmission / Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsBlack / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Gray Gold Metallic / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Gray Metallic / Light Pewter Metallic / Maroon / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Medium Yellow Gold / Red / White / Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$2878.00
Specifications are for this model. The 1972 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.