1974 Ford Galaxie 500 V8 Sedan
Mid-range in the full-size line, the Galaxie 500 V8 Sedan rode a 121" wheelbase and asked $3,860. It was a steady seller at 49,661 units.
4E54H198555
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Mahwah, NJ (E)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Ford Galaxie 500 V8
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | E | Mahwah, NJ (E) |
| Model Code | 54 | Galaxie 500 V8 |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 198555 | Production #198555 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500 V8
Year1974
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ (E)
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production49661
Doors4
Weight4340
Wheelbase121
Width79.5
Length222.5
Height54.9
Front Tread64.1
Rear Tread64.3
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 SizeJR78 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesPower front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity22
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
RadiatorTubular and fin
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16.3 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment400 cu. in. V8 engine / 460 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power antenna / Power seats / Power vent windows / Power windows / Radio / Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Black / Candyapple Red / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Green Glow / Light Blue / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Ivy Yellow / Pastel Lime / Saddle Bronze Metallic / Tan Glow / White
Pricing
MSRP$3860.00
Other
Fbsize11.72
Specifications are for this model. The 1974 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.