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1968 Ford Country Sedan 4-Dr., 6-Pass.

The 1968 Country Sedan provided mid-level full-size wagon amenities competing with Chevrolet Townsman and Plymouth Fury wagon.
Confidence 95%
8K73Y112802
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Country Sedan

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code K Kansas City, KS
Model Code 73 Country Sedan
Engine Code Y 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 112802 Production #112802

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCountry Sedan
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr., 6-Pass.
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Weight4118
Height57.2
Width78
Length213.9
Wheelbase113
Rear tread62

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3176.00
No. Produced 39335

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4118 lbs
Height 57.2 in.
Width 78 in.
Length 213.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Constant mesh
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (33)
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Down flow
Fuel Type Regular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment 428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power vent windows
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power seats
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Coil link
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
Tire Size 8.45 x 15
Make Ford
Series Station Wagon 6
Model Year 1968
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 71B
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Brake Size 11 in.
Oil 5 qt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Carburetor Carter
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 113 in.
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Differential Hypoid
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.