1971 Ford LTD Hardtop
The LTD was Ford's top full-size series for 1971. The Hardtop rode a 121" wheelbase and saw 48,166 built for the model year.
1B64N514925
429 CID V8 (N)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford LTD
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ontario, Canada (B) |
| Model Code | 64 | LTD |
| Engine Code | N | 429 CID V8 (N) |
| Serial Number | 514925 | Production #514925 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD
Year1971
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine429 CID V8 (N)
Assembly PlantOakville, Ontario, Canada (B)
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine429 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Dimensions
Production48166
Weight4105
Doors4
Rear Tread64.3
Front Tread63.3
Length216.2
Width79.2
Wheelbase121
Height53.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.25
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.61
1st Gear Ratio2.42
Reverse Ratio2.33
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeG78 x 15
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity23
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling16.5 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
RadiatorTubular and fin
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment390 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Front disc rear drum brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Radio / Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsBlack / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Gray Gold Metallic / Light Gold / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Maroon Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Pastel Blue / Red / White / Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$3621.00
Specifications are for this model. The 1971 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.