1974 Mercury Montego MX Coupe
The MX coupe gave Mercury's mid-size Montego a sportier two-door at the middle trim level. About 20,957 left the line in 1974, listing from $3,162.
4F07C759801
8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Mercury Montego MX
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 07 | Montego MX |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 759801 | Production #759801 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMontego MX
Year1974
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerMercury
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement460 CID
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2368.00
No. Produced
92705
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2561
lbs
Length
181.6
in.
Height
51.1
in.
Width
68.2
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Model Year
1964
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Type
Helical
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (18)
Radiator
Cellular tubular
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
8.5 Quarts
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6.5 x 13
Origin
United States
Series
Mustang
Make
Ford
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
65A
Brake Size
9
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Fuel
16
gal.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Differential Ratio
2.83
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Rear Tread
56
in.
Wheelbase
108
in.
Front Tread
55.4
in.
Cylinders
6
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Main Bearings
4
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.76
:1
2nd
1.69
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.74
:1
B
&s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.