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1969 Ford Fairlane 4-Dr. Sedan

Ford's entry-level intermediate four-door, the 1969 Fairlane sedan offered more room than a Falcon with easier handling than a full-size Galaxie.
9X31Y623389
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
St. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Fairlane

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code X St. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Model Code 31 Fairlane
Engine Code Y 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 623389 Production #623389

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane
Year1969
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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 PlantSt. Thomas, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeX
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3012
Length201.1
Height54.7
Width74.8
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58.5
Front tread58.8

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2471.00
No. Produced 27296

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3012 lbs
Length 201.1 in.
Height 54.7 in.
Width 74.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Main Bearings 7
Torque 240@1600 ft/lbs
Type Constant mesh
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Displacement 250 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System 9.9 Quarts
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Tubular and fin
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Hotchkiss
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
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Series Fairlane 6
Origin United States
Model Number 54A
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 10 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.0 :1
Type Single downdraft
Cylinders 6
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower 155@4000 hp
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Autolite
Clutch Size 9 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 3.68 & 3.91

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.