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
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| 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.