1968 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Dr. Station Wagon
The 1968 Fairlane 500 wagon provided families with enhanced trim and features over the base Fairlane wagon in the mid-size segment.
8E37F547557
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | E | Mahwah, NJ |
| Model Code | 37 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 547557 | Production #547557 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeE
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3623
Height56
Width74.5
Length203.9
Wheelbase116
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.9
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
No. Produced
14800
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3623
lbs
Height
56
in.
Width
74.5
in.
Length
203.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Origin
United States
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Constant mesh
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Battery
12
V
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
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 on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location
Trunk
Model Year
1968
Make
Ford
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Model Number
71B
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Oil
5
qt.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Cylinders
6
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Main Bearings
7
Rear Tread
58.9
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Wheelbase
116
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Size
9 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 3.68 & 3.13
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.