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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

PositionValueDecoded
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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