1971 Ford LTD Convertible
The LTD was Ford's top full-size series for 1971. The Convertible rode a 121" wheelbase and saw 5,750 built for the model year.
1U61H167062
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Louisville, KY (U)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford LTD
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | U | Louisville, KY (U) |
| Model Code | 61 | LTD |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 167062 | Production #167062 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD
Year1971
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantLouisville, KY (U)
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production5750
Doors2
Weight4305
Rear Tread64.3
Wheelbase121
Front Tread63.3
Width79.2
Length216.2
Height53.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
1st Gear Ratio2.42
Reverse Ratio2.33
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.61
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeG78 x 15
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity23
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling16.5 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
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 / 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$3746.00
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.