1979 Ford LTD II 2-Door Hardtop
The LTD II was Ford's mid-size line for 1979. Flory records 18,300 built for 1979 at a base price of $5,799.
Shown as 1979 Ford LTD II, not confirmed by the VIN.
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9A30F285552
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1979 Ford LTD II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1979 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 30 | LTD II |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 285552 | Production #285552 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD II
Year1979
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA (A)
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: LTD II Coupe)
Height52.6
Length217.2
Wheelbase114.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
9 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2482.00
No. Produced
85630
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3027
lbs
Height
52.4
in.
Length
201.1
in.
Width
74.6
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Displacement
250
cu. in.
Type
Constant mesh
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Torque
240@1600
ft/lbs
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Fuel Type
Regular
Battery
12
V
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Cooling System
9.9 Quarts
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size
7.35 x 14
Spare Location
Trunk
Model Year
1969
Series
Fairlane 6
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
65A
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Type
Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std
9.0
:1
Cylinders
6
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings
7
Brake Horsepower
155@4000
hp
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
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.