1973 Ford Gran Torino Station Wagon
Stepping up from the base Torino hauler, the upscale Gran Torino wagon for 1973 listed at $3,243 on a 118" wheelbase and saw 60,738 built.
3H42H212481
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Station Wagon
Body
Lorain, OH (H)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH (H) |
| Model Code | 42 | Gran Torino |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 212481 | Production #212481 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino
Year1973
Body StyleStation Wagon
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
Production104175
Doors4
Weight3011
Length197.6
Wheelbase115.5
Front Tread57
Rear Tread56
Height55.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2.5
Rear Axle Ratio5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.50
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.1
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio3.02
2nd Gear Ratio1.84
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire Size7 x 13
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
RadiatorFin and tube
ExhaustSingle with crossover
Cooling13.5 Quarts / Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Equipment
Equipment260 cu. in. V8 engine / Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission / Fordomatic automatic transmission / Power brakes / Power steering / Pushbutton Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Chestnut / Corinthian White No. 2 / Glacier Blue / Heritage Burgundy / Ming Green / Oxford Blue / Rangoon Red / Raven Black / Rose Beige / Sandshell Beige / Silver Moss / Two Tone Colors Available / Viking Blue
Pricing
MSRP$2407.00
Other
EngnoLast letter in serial no.
B&s 3 1/2 & 2 7/8
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.