1977 Mercury Marquis Brougham 4-Door Pillared Hardtop
The Marquis was Mercury's full-size flagship for 1977. Flory records 29,411 built for 1977 at a base price of $6,324.
Shown as 1977 Mercury Marquis Brougham, not confirmed by the VIN.
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7B62A501039
8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
4-Door Pillared Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1977 Mercury Marquis Brougham
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 7 | 1977 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada |
| Model Code | 62 | Marquis Brougham |
| Engine Code | A | 8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 501039 | Production #501039 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMarquis Brougham
Year1977
Body Style4-Door Pillared Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement460 CID
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications (Matched to: Marquis Brougham Sedan)
Height54.7
Length229.0
Wheelbase124.0
Width79.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
10.4 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3362.00
No. Produced
46036
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3804
lbs
Length
213
in.
Height
54.7
in.
Width
79
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Dual downdraft
Type
V8 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (35)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Down flow
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Fuel Type
Regular
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Coil link
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Tire Size
8.15 x 14
Spare Location
Trunk
Model Year
1967
Origin
United States
Series
LTD
Make
Ford
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
63J
Brake Size
11
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Fuel
25
gal.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Carburetor
Autolite
Torque
282@2400
ft/lbs
Displacement
289
cu. in.
Type
Constant mesh
Compression Ratio-Std
9.3
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders
8
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
Main Bearings
5
Brake Horsepower
200@4400
hp
Wheelbase
119
in.
Rear Tread
62
in.
Differential Ratio
3.1
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Type
Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.99
:1
2nd
1.75
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.17
:1
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.