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1970 Ford Maverick 2-Door Sedan

The compact Maverick, a 1970 model that debuted in April 1969, was Ford's import-fighting economy car and a runaway hit at 451,081 built. Only the two-door sedan was offered for 1970; the four-door followed in 1971.
Confidence 50% The 1970 Maverick + 429 CID V8 pairing is not a real combination for this model line; the year code is shared across decades, so this VIN may be a different model year. Verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
0K91K307126
429 CID V8
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

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

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1970 Ford Maverick

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1970
Plant Code K Kansas City, KS
Model Code 91 Maverick
Engine Code K 429 CID V8
Serial Number 307126 Production #307126

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1970
Body Style2-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine429 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1969 through 1977
Headroom front37.6
Headroom rear36.1
Height52.3
Legroom front41.3
Legroom rear31.9
Length179.3
Nameplate origin1969
Wheelbase103.0
Width70.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)