1971 Ford Custom 6 Sedan
The Custom was the base full-size Ford for 1971. The Sedan rode a 121" wheelbase and saw 41,602 built for the model year.
1J51H178345
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA (J)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Custom 6
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA (J) |
| Model Code | 51 | Custom 6 |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 178345 | Production #178345 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelCustom 6
Year1971
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA (J)
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production41602
Doors4
Weight3845
Width79.2
Front Tread63.3
Rear Tread64.3
Length216.2
Height54.9
Wheelbase121
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Reverse Ratio3.17
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.99
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
DriveRear wheel drive
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeF78 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity23
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTubular and fin
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling14.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
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 / Select-Shift automatic transmission / 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$2940.00
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.