1973 Ford Torino Formal Hardtop
The Torino was Ford's mid-size staple for 1973, and this formal hardtop served as a value pick at $2,673; 28,005 were built on the 118" wheelbase.
Confidence
90%
3B25L234880
250 CID I6 (L)
Engine
Formal Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B) |
| Model Code | 25 | Torino |
| Engine Code | L | 250 CID I6 (L) |
| Serial Number | 234880 | Production #234880 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino
Year1973
Body StyleFormal Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine250 CID I6 (L)
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Specifications
Engine
Engine250 CID I6
Cylinders6
Displacement250 CID
Dimensions
Production28005
Weight3719
Doors2
Length208
Front Tread60.5
Wheelbase118
Width79.3
Height52.1
Rear Tread60
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeF78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size10
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity22.5
Oil Capacity4.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Cooling11.2 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
Equipment351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / 460 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Green Metallic / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Tan / White
Pricing
MSRP$2673.00
Other
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.