1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Mach 1 was the performance Mustang for 1973, a $3,003 fastback that drew 35,440 buyers to the pony car's 109" wheelbase.
3F05H256929
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Mach 1
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Mustang
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Model Code | 05 | Mustang |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 256929 | Production #256929 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1973
Body StyleMach 1
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production35440
Doors2
Weight3243
Wheelbase109
Length193.8
Front Tread61.5
Width74.1
Height50
Rear Tread61
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.0
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4.5
Fuel Capacity22.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling11.2 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTubular and fin
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment302 cu. in. V8 engine / 351 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power steering / 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 / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Pewter Metallic / Light Yellow Gold / Medium Aqua / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / White
Pricing
MSRP$3003.00
Other
Wsize14 x 6
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.