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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

PositionValueDecoded
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.