1969 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Dr. Hardtop
The Galaxie 500 hardtop coupe brought pillarless full-size style for 1969, a roomy cruiser available with everything from a mild six to big-block V8s.
9U55Y146606
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Louisville, KY
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Galaxie 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | U | Louisville, KY |
| Model Code | 55 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | Y | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 146606 | Production #146606 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
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 PlantLouisville, KY
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3696
Width79.8
Height54.9
Length213.9
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
$2913.00
No. Produced
63921
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3696
lbs
Width
79.8
in.
Height
54.9
in.
Length
213.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Type
Constant mesh
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System
14.3 Quarts
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
Regular
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment
429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
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.
Tire Size
7.75 x 15
Spare Location
Trunk
Make
Ford
Series
Galaxie 500 6
Model Year
1969
Origin
United States
Model Number
63B
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Fuel
24.5
gal.
Carburetor
Carter
Type
Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Cylinders
6
Main Bearings
7
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
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.