1969 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Hardtop
The four-door hardtop Galaxie 500 combined pillarless elegance with family practicality, one of Ford's most popular full-size body styles in 1969.
9G56H171382
8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Galaxie 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | G | Chicago, IL |
| Model Code | 56 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 171382 | Production #171382 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1969
Body Style4-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3721
Length213.9
Width79.8
Height54.9
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
$2966.00
No. Produced
64031
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3721
lbs
Length
213.9
in.
Width
79.8
in.
Height
54.9
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
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Tubular and fin
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
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
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
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.
Tire Size
7.75 x 15
Spare Location
Trunk
Series
Galaxie 500 6
Model Year
1969
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
57B
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
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Main Bearings
7
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.