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1969 Ford Mustang Hardtop 2-Dr. Hardtop

Base Mustang hardtop serving as foundation for Boss, Mach 1, and Grande variants
9R01H173453
8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V) (250 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Mustang Hardtop

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 01 Mustang Hardtop
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V) (250 HP)
Serial Number 173453 Production #173453

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMustang Hardtop
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V) (250 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2931
Length187.4
Width71.3
Height51.3
Wheelbase108
Rear tread58.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2849.00
No. Produced 22182

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2931 lbs
Length 187.4 in.
Width 71.3 in.
Height 51.3 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Type Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Tubular and fin
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System 9 Quarts
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Optional Equipment 351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment 240 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
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.
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Series Mustang
Model Year 1969
Origin United States
Model Number 65E
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 9 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Oil 4.5 qt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Autolite
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Type Fully synchronized
Compression Ratio-Std 8.1 :1
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Torque 190@2400 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 7
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders 6
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Wheelbase 108 in.
Differential Ratio 3.08 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.42 :1
2nd 1.61 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 2.33 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

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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