1979 Ford Mustang 3-Door Hatchback
The Fox-body Mustang was new for 1979, replacing the Mustang II. Flory records 120,535 built for 1979 at a base price of $4,828.
Shown as 1979 Ford Mustang, not confirmed by the VIN.
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9F03F207847
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
3-Door Hatchback
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1979 Ford Mustang
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1979 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Model Code | 03 | Mustang |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 207847 | Production #207847 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1979
Body Style3-Door Hatchback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications
Height51.5
Length179.1
Wheelbase100.4
Width69.1
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2832.00
No. Produced
11307
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3041
lbs
Width
71.3
in.
Height
51.3
in.
Length
187.4
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Fully synchronized
Torque
190@2400
ft/lbs
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
Regular
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
9 Quarts
Optional Equipment
240 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
351 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
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
Make
Ford
Series
Mustang
Model Year
1969
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
76A
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
9
in.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Carburetor
Autolite
Type
Single downdraft
Differential Ratio
3.08
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Wheelbase
108
in.
Cylinders
6
Main Bearings
7
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower
120@4400
hp
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Compression Ratio-Std
8.1
:1
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.42
:1
2nd
1.61
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.33
: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.