1968 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Hardtop
The 1968 Fairlane 500 with bucket seats appealed to buyers wanting sportier character without stepping up to the Torino GT.
8K35C245973
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 35 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 245973 | Production #245973 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3318
Length201.1
Height53.5
Width74.5
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.9
Wheelbase116
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2566.00
No. Produced
32452
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3318
lbs
Length
201.1
in.
Height
53.5
in.
Width
74.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Constant mesh
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Battery
12
V
Radiator
Down flow
Fuel Type
Regular
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
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
Origin
United States
Model Number
63B
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
10
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Carburetor
Autolite
Cylinders
6
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Rear Tread
58.9
in.
Wheelbase
116
in.
Main Bearings
7
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
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.