1971 Ford Custom 500 6 Sedan
The Custom 500 was the mid-level full-size Ford for 1971. The Sedan rode a 121" wheelbase and saw 33,765 built for the model year.
1N532141877
200 CID I6 (2)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Norfolk, VA (N)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Custom 500 6
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | N | Norfolk, VA (N) |
| Model Code | 53 | Custom 500 6 |
| Engine Code | 2 | 200 CID I6 (2) |
| Serial Number | 532141877 | Production #532141877 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelCustom 500 6
Year1971
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine200 CID I6 (2)
Assembly PlantNorfolk, VA (N)
Plant CodeN
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine200 CID I6
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Dimensions
Production33765
Doors4
Weight3850
Height54.9
Length216.2
Width79.2
Rear Tread64.3
Front Tread63.3
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
Brake Drum Size11
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity23
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTubular and fin
Battery12
Cooling14.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
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$3078.00
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.