1971 Ford Torino GT Convertible
Open-air motoring met sporty GT trim in this 1971 Torino convertible, one of the scarcer body styles with only 1,613 made on the 117" wheelbase.
1D37J153457
429 CID V8 (J)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Dallas, TX (D)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Torino GT
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | D | Dallas, TX (D) |
| Model Code | 37 | Torino GT |
| Engine Code | J | 429 CID V8 (J) |
| Serial Number | 153457 | Production #153457 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino GT
Year1971
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine429 CID V8 (J)
Assembly PlantDallas, TX (D)
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine429 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Dimensions
Production1613
Doors2
Weight3650
Width76.5
Front Tread60.5
Wheelbase117
Rear Tread60
Length206.2
Height53.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio2.79
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Reverse Ratio3.17
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling15.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment390 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Front disc rear drum brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsBright Red / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Grabber Blue / Grabber Green Metallic / Grabber Yellow / Gray Gold Metallic / Light Gold / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Medium Yellow Gold / Pastel Blue / White
Pricing
MSRP$3408.00
Specifications are for this model. The 1971 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.