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%
9U50N122804
8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Louisville, KY
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Ford Custom
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | U | Louisville, KY |
| Model Code | 50 | Ford Custom |
| Engine Code | N | 8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 122804 | Production #122804 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFord Custom
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Horsepower360 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
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.