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1968 Ford Fairlane 2-Dr. Hardtop

The 1968 Fairlane served as Ford's mid-size workhorse competing with Chevrolet Chevelle and Plymouth Satellite in the popular intermediate segment.
8A30H107301
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Fairlane

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 30 Fairlane
Engine Code H Unknown Engine
Serial Number 107301 Production #107301

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3304
Length201.1
Height55
Width74.5
Wheelbase116
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2463.00
No. Produced 18146

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3304 lbs
Length 201.1 in.
Height 55 in.
Width 74.5 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Series Fairlane 6
Torque 190@2200 ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Type Constant mesh
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Radiator Down flow
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Make Ford
Model Year 1968
Origin United States
Model Number 54A
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 10 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Carburetor Autolite
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower 115@3800 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 8.8 :1
Cylinders 6
Type Single downdraft
Main Bearings 7
Rear Tread 58.9 in.
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Differential Ratio 3.2 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9 inches
Clutch Type Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 :1
2nd 1.75 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.17 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.