1969 Mercury Monterey 2-Dr. Hardtop
Legendary muscle car with competition-inspired styling and Ram Air induction
9F46R100001
8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V) (335 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Mercury Monterey
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 46 | Monterey |
| Engine Code | R | 8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V) (335 HP) |
| Serial Number | 100001 | Production #100001 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelMonterey
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V) (335 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement428 CID
Horsepower335 HP
Compression Ratio10.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width74.6
Length201.1
Height52.4
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58.5
Front tread58.8
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3164.00
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
74.6
in.
Length
201.1
in.
Height
52.4
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Displacement
428
cu. in.
Brake Horsepower
335@5200
hp
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Fully synchronized
Compression Ratio-Std
10.6
:1
Type
Downdraft 4-barrel
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Battery
12
V
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Dual
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type
Premium
Cooling System
9.9 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Radio
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.35 x 14
Series
Torino Cobra
Make
Ford
Model Year
1969
Origin
United States
Model Number
63B
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Carburetor
Autolite
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Torque
440@3400
ft/lbs
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Type
7 Litre V8 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower
54.58
hp
Main Bearings
5
Cylinders
8
Clutch Size
9 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
4
2nd
1.69
:1
3rd
1.29
:1
4th
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.32
:1
B
&s 4.13 & 3.98
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.
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