1979 Ford LTD II 4-Door Pillared Hardtop
The LTD II was Ford's mid-size line for 1979. Flory records 19,781 built for 1979 at a base price of $5,924.
Shown as 1979 Ford LTD II, not confirmed by the VIN.
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9H31F113990
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
4-Door Pillared Hardtop
Body
Lorain, OH (H)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1979 Ford LTD II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1979 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH (H) |
| Model Code | 31 | LTD II |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 113990 | Production #113990 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD II
Year1979
Body Style4-Door Pillared Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantLorain, OH (H)
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: LTD II Sedan)
Height53.3
Length221.2
Wheelbase118.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
9 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2471.00
No. Produced
27296
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3012
lbs
Length
201.1
in.
Height
54.7
in.
Width
74.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Main Bearings
7
Torque
240@1600
ft/lbs
Type
Constant mesh
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
250
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System
9.9 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type
Regular
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
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.
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.35 x 14
Model Year
1969
Series
Fairlane 6
Origin
United States
Model Number
54A
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std
9.0
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Cylinders
6
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower
155@4000
hp
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Wheelbase
116
in.
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Carburetor
Autolite
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
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.