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1969 Ford Ford Custom 500 4-Dr. Sedan

A popular value full-size sedan, the 1969 Custom 500 four-door gave families more chrome and comfort than the base Custom without Galaxie pricing.
9G53F215988
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 53 Ford Custom 500
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 215988 Production #215988

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom 500
Year1969
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3636
Width79.8
Length213.9
Height55.1
Wheelbase121
Rear tread64
Front tread63

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2773.00
No. Produced 7585

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3636 lbs
Width 79.8 in.
Length 213.9 in.
Height 55.1 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Displacement 240 cu. in.
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Type Constant mesh
Cylinders 6
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Battery 12 V
Radiator Tubular and fin
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System 14.3 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
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 plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size 7.75 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Series Custom 500 6
Origin United States
Model Number 54B
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Oil 4.5 qt.
Fuel 24.5 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Carburetor Carter
Type Single downdraft
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Wheelbase 121 in.
Rear Tread 64 in.
Front Tread 63 in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 7
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
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 & 3.18

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.