1973 Ford Gran Torino Hardtop
VIN code 30 was shared by the Gran Torino Hardtop, Gran Torino Brougham Formal Hardtop, Gran Torino Formal Hardtop; the 1973 Ford VIN does not distinguish them, so all are listed.
3B301125030
(1)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B) |
| Model Code | 30 | Gran Torino |
| Engine Code | 1 | (1) |
| Serial Number | 301125030 | Production #301125030 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino
Year1973
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine(1)
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production138962
Doors2
Length208 / 219.5
Width79.3 / 79.5
Wheelbase118 / 121
Height52.1 / 54.3
Front Tread60.5 / 64.2
Rear Tread60 / 64.4
Weight3760 / 3770
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5 / 25
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio2.75 / 3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearIntegral power / Recirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Reverse Ratio3.17
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs / Longitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeF78 x 14 / G78 x 15
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum / Power front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size10 / 11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4.5 / 5
Fuel Capacity22 / 22.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
ExhaustSingle
Cooling11.2 Quarts / 16.3 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / 460 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power vent windows / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Red Metallic / Tan / Two Tone Colors Available / White / Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$2878.00 / $3041.00
Other
Fbsize10.72 / 11.72
Wsize14 x 5 / 15 x 5
Specifications are for this model. The 1973 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.