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1972 Ford Mustang Hardtop

Ford's pony car, the Mustang opened its 1972 hardtop coupe at $2,729. The notchback rode a 109" wheelbase, and 57,350 found buyers that year.
2F01H1D2609
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1972 Ford Mustang

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1972
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI (F)
Model Code 01 Mustang
Engine Code H 351 CID V8 (H)
Serial Number 2609 Production #2609

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1972
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1971 through 1973
Headroom front37.3
Headroom rear36.4
Height52.1
Legroom front41.9
Legroom rear34.1
Length202.9
Nameplate origin1964
Wheelbase114.0
Width76.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)