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1969 Ford LTD 4-Dr. Hardtop

The pillarless four-door LTD hardtop paired prestige styling with full-size room, the quiet-riding flagship of Ford's 1969 big-car line.
9D66K138121
8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Dallas, TX
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford LTD

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code D Dallas, TX
Model Code 66 LTD
Engine Code K 8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 138121 Production #138121

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelLTD
Year1969
Body Style4-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantDallas, TX
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3816
Length213.9
Height54.9
Width79.8
Rear tread64
Wheelbase121
Front tread63

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3261.00
No. Produced 113168

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3816 lbs
Length 213.9 in.
Height 54.9 in.
Width 79.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Constant mesh
Torque 295@2400 ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower 220@4600 hp
Type Dual downdraft
Type V8 overhead valve
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Radiator Tubular and fin
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 14.3 Quarts
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil link
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 8.25 x 15
Model Year 1969
Series LTD
Origin United States
Make Ford
Model Number 57F
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel 24.5 gal.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Carburetor Autolite
Compression Ratio-Std 9.5 :1
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Rear Tread 64 in.
Wheelbase 121 in.
Front Tread 63 in.
Displacement 302 cu. in.
Main Bearings 5
Rated Horsepower 51.2 hp
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Cylinders 8
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
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
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.