1973 Ford Maverick Sedan
The compact Maverick gave Ford an economical 1973 entry; this sedan listed at $2,208 on a 103" wheelbase and was a big seller with 148,943 produced.
3K91L272193
250 CID I6 (L)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS (K)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Maverick
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS (K) |
| Model Code | 91 | Maverick |
| Engine Code | L | 250 CID I6 (L) |
| Serial Number | 272193 | Production #272193 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1973
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine250 CID I6 (L)
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS (K)
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine250 CID I6
Cylinders6
Displacement250 CID
Dimensions
Production148943
Weight2755
Doors2
Length183.3
Wheelbase103
Height52.9
Rear Tread56.5
Width70.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearMagic Circle recirculating ball
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 Size6.45 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4.5
Fuel Capacity15
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Cooling8.7 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
Equipment250 cu. in. Inline 6 engine / 302 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power steering / 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 Pewter Metallic / Light Yellow Gold / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Pearl White / Tan / White
Pricing
MSRP$2208.00
Other
Wsize14 x 4.5
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.