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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 95%
0X91U135364
170 CID I6
Engine
2-Door Sedan
Body
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1970 Ford Maverick

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1970
Plant Code X St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
Model Code 91 Maverick
Engine Code U 170 CID I6
Serial Number 135364 Production #135364

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine170 CID I6
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower105 HP
Compression Ratio9.1:1
Carburetor1-barrel
Assembly PlantSt. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
Plant CodeX
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)