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1969 Ford Futura 2-Dr. Sports Coupe

With bucket seats and sportier trim, the Futura Sports Coupe was the liveliest Falcon of 1969, aimed at younger drivers wanting style on a compact budget.
9X22F102074
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sports Coupe
Body
St. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Futura

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code X St. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Model Code 22 Futura
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 102074 Production #102074

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFutura
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Coupe
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 PlantSt. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeX
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2749
Length184.3
Width73.2
Height54.9
Wheelbase110.9
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2581.00
No. Produced 5931

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2749 lbs
Length 184.3 in.
Width 73.2 in.
Height 54.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Main Bearings 4
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Type Single downdraft
Type Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower 105@4400 hp
Torque 158@2400 ft/lbs
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Tubular and fin
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 9.3 Quarts
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension Hotchkiss
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size 6.95 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Series Falcon Futura 6
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 62C
Brake Size 9 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Cylinders 6
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Wheelbase 110.9 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.08 :1
Carburetor Autolite
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.41 :1
2nd 1.86 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.51 :1
B &s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16

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.