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1970 Ford Torino 4-Door Hardtop Sedan

The Torino four-door hardtop paired the restyled 1970 intermediate's pillarless styling with family practicality, shown here as a six-cylinder.
Shown as 1970 Ford Torino, not confirmed by the VIN. Back to the default reading
Model year needs verification: this serial block was also used in 1960. VIN model code 32 was used by both 1970 and 1960 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1970 interpretation. If this is a 1960 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
0J32P519291
4-Door Hardtop Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1970 Ford Torino

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VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1970
Plant Code J Los Angeles, CA
Model Code 32 Torino
Engine Code P Unknown Engine
Serial Number 519291 Production #519291

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelTorino
Year1970
Body Style4-Door Hardtop Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications (Matched to: Torino GT)

Bodystyle lifespan1968 through 1971
Headroom front37.8
Headroom rear36.8
Height53.3
Legroom front42.3
Legroom rear32.9
Length206.7
Nameplate origin1968
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)