1968 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Dr. Sedan
The 1968 Fairlane 500 sedan offered mid-level comfort and style between the base Fairlane and premium Torino models.
8L345294396
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Michigan Truck
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 | L | Michigan Truck |
| Model Code | 34 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | 5 | Unknown Engine |
| Serial Number | 345294396 | Production #345294396 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Assembly PlantMichigan Truck
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3262
Height55
Length201.1
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
Original Base Price
$2543.00
No. Produced
42930
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3262
lbs
Height
55
in.
Length
201.1
in.
Width
74.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings
7
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Type
Constant mesh
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Battery
12
V
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System
Single
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
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
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Make
Ford
Model Year
1968
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54B
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Oil
5
qt.
Type
Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Cylinders
6
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Rear Tread
58.9
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Wheelbase
116
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Carburetor
Autolite
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.