1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport Formal Hardtop
This formal-roof variant of the sporty 1973 Gran Torino Sport shared the line's $3,094 price and 114" wheelbase, with a more modest 17,090 built.
3A38H267338
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Formal Hardtop
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 38 | Gran Torino Sport |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 267338 | Production #267338 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino Sport
Year1973
Body StyleFormal Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA (A)
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production17090 / 24006
Doors2 / 4
Weight3347
Length201.8 / 208
Wheelbase114 / 115.5
Front Tread57 / 60.5
Rear Tread56 / 60
Width79.3
Height52.2
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio5
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate / Single plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.0 / 3.50
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.99 / 3.02
Reverse Ratio3.1 / 3.17
2nd Gear Ratio1.75 / 1.84
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire Size7 x 14 / F78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum / Hydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes / Rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size10 / 11
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20 / 22.5
Oil Capacity4 / 5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling13.5 Quarts / 15.1 Quarts / Centrifugal pump with thermostat / Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorFin and tube / Tubular and fin
ExhaustSingle / Single with crossover
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment260 cu. in. V8 engine / 351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / 460 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission / Fordomatic automatic transmission / Power brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Pushbutton Radio / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Chestnut / Corinthian White No. 2 / Dark Green Metallic / Glacier Blue / Gold Glow / Heritage Burgundy / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Ming Green / Oxford Blue / Rangoon Red / Raven Black / Rose Beige / Sandshell Beige / Silver Moss / Tan / Two Tone Colors Available / Viking Blue / White
Pricing
MSRP$2628.00 / $3094.00
Other
B&s 3 1/2 & 2 7/8
EngnoLast letter in serial no.
Fbsize10.72
Wsize14 x 5
Specifications are for this model. The 1973 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.