1972 Ford Galaxie 500 6 Sedan
The Galaxie 500 6 was Ford's full-size series for 1972. The Sedan rode a 121" wheelbase and saw 84,906 built for the model year.
2F54M691678
(M)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1972 Ford Galaxie 500 6
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1972 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Model Code | 54 | Galaxie 500 6 |
| Engine Code | M | (M) |
| Serial Number | 691678 | Production #691678 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500 6
Year1972
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine(M)
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production84906
Doors4
Weight3867
Wheelbase121
Rear Tread64.3
Width79.2
Height54.9
Length218.4
Front Tread63.3
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearIntegral power
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Reverse Ratio3.17
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
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
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity23
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
RadiatorTubular and fin
Cooling14.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment351 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Front disc rear drum brakes / Power seats / Power windows / Radio / Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsBlack / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Ginger Glow / Gold Glow / Gray Gold Metallic / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Gray Metallic / Maroon / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Red / White / Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$3570.00
Specifications are for this model. The 1972 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.