1969 Ford Country Sedan 4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Trimmed to Galaxie 500 level, the 1969 Country Sedan wagon offered mid-range comfort and six-passenger room in Ford's full-size line.
9J73Y179968
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Country Sedan
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA |
| Model Code | 73 | Country Sedan |
| Engine Code | Y | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 179968 | Production #179968 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelCountry Sedan
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 PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight4083
Width79.8
Height56.8
Length216.9
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
$3257.00
No. Produced
36287
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4083
lbs
Width
79.8
in.
Height
56.8
in.
Length
216.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Constant mesh
Cylinders
6
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Fuel Type
Regular
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Cooling System
14.3 Quarts
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Power seats
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.
Spare Location
Trunk
Series
Galaxie 500 6
Model Year
1969
Origin
United States
Model Number
71B
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Fuel
24.5
gal.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Carburetor
Carter
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Type
Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Main Bearings
7
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Front Tread
63
in.
Rear Tread
64
in.
Wheelbase
121
in.
Differential Ratio
3.1
:1
Differential
Hypoid
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.