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1967 Ford Ford Custom 500 2-Dr. Sedan

The Custom 500 added upgraded trim and features to the base full-size Ford platform. This mid-level model offered better appointments than the Custom at a modest price premium.
7G52H167878
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) GT
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1967 Ford Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 7 1967
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 52 Ford Custom 500
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) GT
Serial Number 167878 Production #167878

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom 500
Year1967
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) GT
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3629
Height55.7
Width79
Length213
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2553.00
No. Produced 18146

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3629 lbs
Height 55.7 in.
Width 79 in.
Length 213 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Series Custom 500 6
Type Single downdraft
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (35)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Fuel Type Regular
Radiator Down flow
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension Coil link
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 7.75 x 15
Make Ford
Model Year 1967
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 62B
Brake Size 11 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Carburetor Autolite
Type Constant mesh
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 62 in.
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Cylinders 6
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 7
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
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
B &s 4 & 3.18

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.