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1977 Ford Custom 500 Ranch Wagon

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.
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7J72C107114
460 CID V8 (C)
Engine
Ranch Wagon
Body
Los Angeles, CA (J)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1977 Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 7 1977
Plant Code J Los Angeles, CA (J)
Model Code 72 Custom 500
Engine Code C 460 CID V8 (C)
Serial Number 107114 Production #107114

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCustom 500
Year1977
Body StyleRanch Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

Engine460 CID V8 (C)
Cylinders8
Displacement460 CID
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA (J)
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications (Matched to: Custom 500 Wagon)

Height56.7
Length225.6
Wheelbase121.0
Width79.9

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 $3061.00
No. Produced 34377

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4190 lbs
Length 213.9 in.
Width 79 in.
Height 56.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (35)
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Down flow
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
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 8.45 x 15
Series Station Wagon 6
Model Year 1967
Origin United States
Model Number 71C
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Oil 5 qt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Cylinders 6
Type Constant mesh
Main Bearings 7
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 113 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Carburetor Autolite
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.