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1969 Ford Ford Custom 2-Dr. Sedan

The plain Custom two-door was the thriftiest full-size Ford of 1969, a no-frills body favored by fleets, taxis, and budget buyers.
Confidence 95%
9K50F204735
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Ford Custom

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code K Kansas City, KS
Model Code 50 Ford Custom
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 204735 Production #204735

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFord Custom
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Weight3601
Width79.8
Height55.1
Length213.9
Front tread63
Wheelbase121
Rear tread64

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2632.00
No. Produced 15439

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3601 lbs
Width 79.8 in.
Height 55.1 in.
Length 213.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Constant mesh
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Radiator Tubular and fin
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 14.3 Quarts
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power windows
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 Custom 6
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Origin United States
Model Number 62E
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel 24.5 gal.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Carburetor Carter
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Rear Tread 64 in.
Wheelbase 121 in.
Front Tread 63 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.