1968 Ford Futura 2-Dr. Club Coupe
The 1968 Futura represented the upscale Falcon trim level featuring bucket seats and enhanced interior appointments over the base model.
8K20T222447
6 Cyl. 200 C.I.
Engine
2-Dr. Club Coupe
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Futura
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 20 | Futura |
| Engine Code | T | 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 222447 | Production #222447 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFutura
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Club Coupe
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 200 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Horsepower115 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2836
Length184.5
Height55
Width73.5
Wheelbase111
Rear tread58.5
Front tread58.8
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2456.00
No. Produced
18733
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2836
lbs
Length
184.5
in.
Height
55
in.
Width
73.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Type
Single downdraft
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Type
Constant mesh
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (36)
Fuel Type
Regular
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
302 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power antenna
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
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
6.95 x 14
Series
Falcon Futura 6
Make
Ford
Model Year
1968
Origin
United States
Model Number
54B
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
9
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Carburetor
Autolite
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Wheelbase
111
in.
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Main Bearings
7
Cylinders
6
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
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.