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1968 Ford Ford XL 2-Dr. Convertible

The 1968 Ford XL convertible combined sporty bucket seat styling with open-air driving in Ford's performance-oriented full-size ragtop.
8W61Y190979
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Ford XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code W Wayne, MI
Model Code 61 Ford XL
Engine Code Y 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 190979 Production #190979

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord XL
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3949
Width78
Height54.4
Length213.3
Rear tread62
Wheelbase119

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3214.00
No. Produced 6066

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3949 lbs
Width 78 in.
Height 54.4 in.
Length 213.3 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Constant mesh
Cylinders 6
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (37)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Down flow
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power vent windows
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power seats
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Coil link
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.
Tire Size 7.75 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Origin United States
Model Year 1968
Series XL 6
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 76B
Service Dual hydraulic
Brake Size 11 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel 25 gal.
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Carter
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Type Single downdraft
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings 7
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 62 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 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 4 & 3.18

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.