1978 Ford LTD 2-Door Pillared Hardtop
The LTD was Ford's full-size flagship for 1978. Flory records 57,466 built for 1978 at a base price of $5,398.
Confidence
90%
8U62H163571
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
2-Door Pillared Hardtop
Body
Louisville, KY (U)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1978 Ford LTD
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | U | Louisville, KY (U) |
| Model Code | 62 | LTD |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 163571 | Production #163571 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Pillared Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY (U)
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: LTD Coupe)
Height53.7
Length224.1
Wheelbase121.0
Width79.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
10 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3153.00
No. Produced
54163
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3863
lbs
Width
78
in.
Length
213.3
in.
Height
54.6
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Origin
United States
Type
Constant mesh
Displacement
302
cu. in.
Torque
300@2600
ft/lbs
Type
Dual downdraft
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (37)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Battery
12
V
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
13.7 Quarts
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
428 cu. in. V8 engine
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.
Tire Size
8.15 x 15
Spare Location
Trunk
Model Year
1968
Series
LTD
Make
Ford
Model Number
65A
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Fuel
25
gal.
Oil
5
qt.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.0
:1
Brake Horsepower
210@4600
hp
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
V8 overhead valve
Main Bearings
5
Cylinders
8
Rear Tread
62
in.
Wheelbase
119
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.