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1969 Ford Torino GT Formal Hardtop 2-Dr. Hardtop Formal

Formal roofline GT variant offering performance with conservative styling
9R44S172366
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (320 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop Formal
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Torino GT Formal Hardtop

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 44 Torino GT Formal Hardtop
Engine Code S 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (320 HP)
Serial Number 172366 Production #172366

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelTorino GT Formal Hardtop
Year1969
TrimGT Formal Hardtop
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop Formal
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (320 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3253
Length201.1
Width74.6
Height52.4
Wheelbase116
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2848.00
No. Produced 17951

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3253 lbs
Length 201.1 in.
Width 74.6 in.
Height 52.4 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Series Torino GT & GT2
Torque 295@2400 ft/lbs
Type Constant mesh
Displacement 302 cu. in.
Type Dual downdraft
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Tubular and fin
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 9.9 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment 351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 429 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power steering
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Hotchkiss
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
Make Ford
Origin United States
Model Year 1969
Model Number 65F
Body Maker Ford
Service Dual hydraulic
Brake Size 10 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel 20 gal.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Carburetor Autolite
Brake Horsepower 220@4600 hp
Rated Horsepower 51.2 hp
Cylinders 8
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type V8 overhead valve
Main Bearings 5
Compression Ratio-Std 9.5 :1
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
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

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.