1978 Mercury Grand Marquis 4-Door Pillared Hardtop
The Marquis was Mercury's full-size flagship for 1978. Flory records 37,753 built for 1978 at a base price of $7,399.
8Z66A577970
8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
4-Door Pillared Hardtop
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | Z | St. Louis, MO |
| Model Code | 66 | Grand Marquis |
| Engine Code | A | 8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 577970 | Production #577970 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelGrand Marquis
Year1978
Body Style4-Door Pillared Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 460 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement460 CID
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications (Matched to: Grand Marquis Sedan)
Height54.7
Length229.0
Wheelbase124.0
Width79.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3205.00
No. Produced
61755
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3826
lbs
Width
78
in.
Length
213.3
in.
Height
54.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Compression Ratio-Std
9.0
:1
Type
Constant mesh
Displacement
302
cu. in.
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
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
Origin
United States
Model Year
1968
Series
LTD
Model Number
57F
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
11
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Fuel
25
gal.
Brake Horsepower
210@4600
hp
Cylinders
8
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
V8 overhead valve
Main Bearings
5
Torque
300@2600
ft/lbs
Wheelbase
119
in.
Rear Tread
62
in.
Differential Ratio
3.1
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Size
10 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
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.