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1968 Ford Custom Ranch Wagon 4-Dr., 6-Pass.

The 1968 Custom Ranch Wagon offered enhanced trim over the base Ranch Wagon competing with Chevrolet Brookwood and Plymouth Suburban.
Confidence 95%
8T71C228133
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Custom Ranch Wagon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 71 Custom Ranch Wagon
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 228133 Production #228133

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCustom Ranch Wagon
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr., 6-Pass.
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Weight4155
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 $3063.00
No. Produced 13421

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4155 lbs
Height 57.2 in.
Width 78 in.
Length 213.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Type Constant mesh
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (33)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Down flow
Fuel Type Regular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13 Quarts
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 71J
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Fuel 25 gal.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Oil 5 qt.
Carburetor Carter
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Cylinders 6
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 7
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 113 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :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.