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.
3H30H179924
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Lorain, OH (H)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Gran Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH (H) |
| Model Code | 30 | Gran Torino |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 179924 | Production #179924 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGran Torino
Year1973
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantLorain, OH (H)
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production138962
Doors2
Length219.5
Width79.5
Wheelbase121
Height54.3
Front Tread64.2
Rear Tread64.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission25
Differential Ratio2.75
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearIntegral power
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeG78 x 15
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesPower front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity22
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16.3 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment400 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 ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Green / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Red Metallic / Two Tone Colors Available / White / Yellow
Other
Fbsize11.72
Wsize15 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.