1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport SportsRoof Hardtop
The Gran Torino Sport brought a sporting flavor to Ford's mid-size line for 1973; its fastback SportsRoof rode a 114" wheelbase, cost $3,094, and accounted for 51,853 units.
3H35H114831
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
SportsRoof Hardtop
Body
Lorain, OH (H)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH (H) |
| Model Code | 35 | Gran Torino Sport |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 114831 | Production #114831 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino Sport
Year1973
Body StyleSportsRoof Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantLorain, OH (H)
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production51853
Weight3781
Doors2
Wheelbase114
Front Tread60.5
Rear Tread60
Height52.1
Width79.3
Length208
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.0
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.17
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire SizeF78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size10
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity22.5
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling15.1 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
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 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 Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Tan / White
Pricing
MSRP$3094.00
Other
Fbsize10.72
Wsize14 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.