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1968 Ford Ford Custom 500 4-Dr. Sedan

The 1968 Ford Custom 500 sedan provided mid-level full-size comfort competing with Chevrolet Bel Air and Plymouth Fury II.
8B53F191636
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Oakville, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code B Oakville, Ont., CAN
Model Code 53 Ford Custom 500
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 191636 Production #191636

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom 500
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantOakville, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3531
Height55.8
Length213.3
Width78
Rear tread62
Wheelbase119

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2741.00
No. Produced 49398

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3531 lbs
Height 55.8 in.
Length 213.3 in.
Width 78 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Type Single downdraft
Type Constant mesh
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (37)
Radiator Down flow
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil link
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 7.75 x 15
Model Year 1968
Series Custom 500 6
Origin United States
Model Number 54B
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Carter
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 62 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 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 4 & 3.18

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.