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1969 Ford Country Squire 4-Dr., 6-Pass.

Ford's flagship wagon, the 1969 Country Squire wore signature woodgrain paneling and luxury appointments, the upscale choice for suburban families.
9G75Y178032
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Country Squire

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 75 Country Squire
Engine Code Y 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 178032 Production #178032

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCountry Squire
Year1969
Body Style4-Dr., 6-Pass.
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4178
Length216.9
Height56.8
Width79.8
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 $3644.00
No. Produced 46445

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4178 lbs
Length 216.9 in.
Height 56.8 in.
Width 79.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Dual downdraft
Rated Horsepower 51.2 hp
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Torque 295@2400 ft/lbs
Type Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower 220@4600 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Tubular and fin
Cooling System 14.3 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
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
Series LTD
Make Ford
Origin United States
Model Year 1969
Model Number 71E
Passengers 6
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Fuel 24.5 gal.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.5 :1
Cylinders 8
Type V8 overhead valve
Main Bearings 5
Displacement 302 cu. in.
Front Tread 63 in.
Rear Tread 64 in.
Wheelbase 121 in.
Differential Ratio 3.1 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Autolite
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.