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1968 Mercury Marquis 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Marquis was introduced mid-year 1967 as Mercury's ultimate luxury model, featuring a unique formal roofline and competing directly with Chrysler New Yorker.
8Z69Z501051
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Mercury Marquis

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code Z St. Louis, MO
Model Code 69 Marquis
Engine Code Z 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Serial Number 501051 Production #501051

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelMarquis
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower315 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
Transmission** M & A
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%