1977 Ford Custom 500 2-Door Hardtop
The Custom 500 was Ford's fleet and Canadian-market full-size series for 1977; Ford's parts catalog lists the code through 1978. Fleet/Canada series: listed in the Ford Master Parts Catalog series table; not in the US retail model chart.
Shown as 1977 Ford Custom 500, not confirmed by the VIN.
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7G52H167878
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Chicago, IL (G)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1977 Ford Custom 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 7 | 1977 |
| Plant Code | G | Chicago, IL (G) |
| Model Code | 52 | Custom 500 |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 167878 | Production #167878 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelCustom 500
Year1977
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Assembly PlantChicago, IL (G)
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: Custom 500 Coupe)
Height53.7
Length224.1
Wheelbase121.0
Width79.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
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
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
Single downdraft
Type
Constant mesh
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings
7
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders
6
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Rear Tread
62
in.
Wheelbase
119
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.