1979 Ford LTD Country Squire Station Wagon
The LTD was downsized onto Ford's new Panther platform for 1979.
Shown as 1979 Ford LTD Country Squire, not confirmed by the VIN.
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9J76H104745
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Station Wagon
Body
Los Angeles, CA (J)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1979 Ford LTD Country Squire
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1979 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA (J) |
| Model Code | 76 | LTD Country Squire |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 104745 | Production #104745 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD Country Squire
Year1979
Body StyleStation Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA (J)
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications
Height56.8
Length214.7
Wheelbase114.4
Width79.3
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3721.00
No. Produced
82790
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4203
lbs
Length
216.9
in.
Width
79.8
in.
Height
56.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
LTD
Displacement
302
cu. in.
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
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Model Year
1969
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
71A
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Oil
4.5
qt.
Fuel
24.5
gal.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Type
Dual downdraft
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
Type
V8 overhead valve
Cylinders
8
Main Bearings
5
Compression Ratio-Std
9.5
:1
Rear Tread
64
in.
Front Tread
63
in.
Wheelbase
121
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.1
:1
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.