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1969 Ford Thunderbird Landau 2-Dr. Landau

Upscale Landau model with vinyl roof and opera windows defining luxury segment
9Y84N138906
8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Landau
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
1969 Ford Thunderbird Landau 2-Dr. Landau

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 84 Thunderbird Landau
Engine Code N 8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V)
Serial Number 138906 Production #138906

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird Landau
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Landau
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 429 C.I. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Horsepower360 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4543
Height52.3
Width77.3
Length206.9
Rear tread62
Wheelbase114.7

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $4947.00
No. Produced 12425

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4543 lbs
Height 52.3 in.
Width 77.3 in.
Length 206.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Select Shift automatic
Type Downdraft 4-barrel
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 5
Torque 476@2800 ft/lbs
Displacement 429 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Dual
Radiator Tubular and fin
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Premium
Cooling System 19.9 Quarts
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Steering Gear Integral power
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil link
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size 8.25 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Model Year 1969
Make Ford
Origin United States
Series Thunderbird
Model Number 65B
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Rear Brake Size 10 in.
Front Size 11 23/32 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Power front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 26 pt.
Fuel 24 gal.
Carburetor Autolite
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 2.8 :1
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 114.7 in.
Brake Horsepower 360@4600 hp
Type V8 overhead valve
Cylinders 8
Rated Horsepower 60.83 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 11 :1
Clutch Type Not applicable
No. Of Gears 3
B &s 4.36 & 3 1/29

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.