1968 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Sedan
The 1968 Galaxie 500 remained Ford's full-size bestseller competing fiercely with Chevrolet Impala for dominance in the American family sedan market.
8F54C123456
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Galaxie 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 54 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 123456 | Production #123456 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3720
Length213.3
Height55.8
Width78
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2864.00
No. Produced
117877
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3720
lbs
Length
213.3
in.
Height
55.8
in.
Width
78
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Type
Constant mesh
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (37)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Radiator
Down flow
Fuel Type
Regular
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
13 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
428 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Power antenna
Optional Equipment
427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power vent windows
Optional Equipment
Radio
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Coil link
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
8.15 x 15
Make
Ford
Series
Galaxie 500 6
Model Year
1968
Origin
United States
Model Number
54A
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Brake Size
11
in.
Fuel
25
gal.
Oil
5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Carburetor
Carter
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Main Bearings
7
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Single downdraft
Cylinders
6
Rear Tread
62
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.1
:1
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Clutch Type
Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.99
:1
2nd
1.75
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.17
:1
B
&s 4 & 3.18
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.