1968 Ford Fairlane 4-Dr. Station Wagon
The 1968 Fairlane wagon competed in the popular mid-size wagon market against Chevrolet Chevelle Nomad and Plymouth Satellite wagon.
8K32F503804
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Fairlane
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 32 | Fairlane |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 503804 | Production #503804 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon
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 PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3601
Height56
Length203.9
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
No. Produced
10190
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3601
lbs
Height
56
in.
Length
203.9
in.
Width
74.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Origin
United States
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Constant mesh
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Fuel Type
Regular
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
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
Series
Fairlane 6
Model Number
71D
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Dual hydraulic
Brake Size
10
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Carburetor
Autolite
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Wheelbase
116
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Cylinders
6
Rear Tread
58.9
in.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Main Bearings
7
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.