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1969 Ford Ford Custom 500 2-Dr. Sedan

The Custom 500 added brighter trim and a nicer cabin over the base Custom, the mid-grade full-size Ford slotting below the Galaxie 500 in 1969.
9J52F168148
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code J Los Angeles, CA
Model Code 52 Ford Custom 500
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 168148 Production #168148

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom 500
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3586
Length213.9
Width79.8
Height55.1
Wheelbase121
Rear tread64
Front tread63

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2731.00
No. Produced 45761

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3586 lbs
Length 213.9 in.
Width 79.8 in.
Height 55.1 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Type Constant mesh
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Radiator Tubular and fin
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System 14.3 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil link
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size 7.75 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Series Custom 500 6
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Origin United States
Model Number 62B
Body Maker Ford
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Fuel 24.5 gal.
Carburetor Carter
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 7
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Cylinders 6
Front Tread 63 in.
Rear Tread 64 in.
Wheelbase 121 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
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.