1973 Ford Gran Torino Hardtop
VIN code 30 was shared by the Gran Torino Hardtop, Gran Torino Brougham Formal Hardtop, Gran Torino Formal Hardtop; the 1973 Ford VIN does not distinguish them, so all are listed.
Confidence
90%
3B301125030
(1)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Code | 1 | (1) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B) |
| Serial Number | 125030 | Production #125030 |
| Model Code | 30 | Gran Torino |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino
Year1973
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine(1)
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Specifications
Dimensions
Production138962
Doors2
Length208 / 219.5
Width79.3 / 79.5
Wheelbase118 / 121
Height52.1 / 54.3
Front Tread60.5 / 64.2
Rear Tread60 / 64.4
Weight3760 / 3770
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5 / 25
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio2.75 / 3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearIntegral power / Recirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Reverse Ratio3.17
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs / Longitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeF78 x 14 / G78 x 15
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum / Power front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size10 / 11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4.5 / 5
Fuel Capacity22 / 22.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
ExhaustSingle
Cooling11.2 Quarts / 16.3 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
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 vent windows / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior Colors/ Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / 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 / Red Metallic / Tan / / White / Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$2878.00 / $3041.00
Other
Fbsize10.72 / 11.72
Wsize14 x 5 / 15 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.