1973 Ford Mustang Convertible
The Mustang was Ford's pony car for 1973. The Convertible rode a 109" wheelbase and saw 11,853 built for the model year.
3F03F252182
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Mustang
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Model Code | 03 | Mustang |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 252182 | Production #252182 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1973
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine302 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Dimensions
Production11853
Doors2
Weight3251
Length193.8
Rear Tread61
Front Tread61.5
Wheelbase109
Height50.7
Width74.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
Reverse Ratio3.17
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity22.5
Oil Capacity4.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling11.2 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
Equipment
Equipment302 cu. in. V8 engine / 351 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Power brakes / Power steering / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Green Metallic / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Pewter Metallic / Light Yellow Gold / Medium Aqua / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Copper Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / White
Pricing
MSRP$3019.00
Other
Wsize14 x 6
Specifications are for this model. The 1973 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.