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1968 Ford LTD 4-Dr. Sedan

The 1968 LTD sedan featured plush interiors and quiet ride quality marketed as "quieter than a Rolls-Royce" in Ford's famous advertising campaign.
8E64Y129783
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford LTD

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code E Mahwah, NJ
Model Code 64 LTD
Engine Code Y 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 129783 Production #129783

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelLTD
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3780
Height55.8
Width78
Length213.3
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3135.00
No. Produced 22834

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3780 lbs
Height 55.8 in.
Width 78 in.
Length 213.3 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1968
Compression Ratio-Std 9.0 :1
Type Constant mesh
Displacement 302 cu. in.
Torque 300@2600 ft/lbs
Type Dual downdraft
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (37)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Down flow
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 13.7 Quarts
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Coil link
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.
Tire Size 8.15 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series LTD
Model Number 54C
Body Maker Ford
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Fuel 25 gal.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Brake Horsepower 210@4600 hp
Rated Horsepower 51.2 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type V8 overhead valve
Main Bearings 5
Cylinders 8
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Carburetor Autolite
Clutch Size 10 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

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.