VIN Decoder for classic cars & trucks (1950-1980)
Decoded:
Basic
Model Year 1968
Make Ford
Series Mustang
Trim Level 2 + 2 Fastback*
Original Base Price $2,712.00
No. Produced 42,581
Body
Body Maker Ford
No. Doors 2
Model Number 63A
Weight 2,723lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 108 inches
Length 183.6 inches
Width 70.9 inches
Height 51.6 inches
Front Tread 58.5 inches
Rear Tread 58.5 inches
Engine
Type Inline 6, overhead valve
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Cylinders 6
Bore & Stroke 3.68 & 3.13 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 8.8 to 1
Brake Horsepower 115@3800
Rated Horsepower 32.5
Torque 190@2200
Main Bearings 7
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Single downdraft
Make Autolite
Transmission
Type Constant mesh
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 to 1
2nd 1.75
3rd 1 to 1
Reverse 3.17
Clutch Type
Clutch Type Semicentrifugal
Clutch Size 9 inches
Axle Type
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.2 to 1
Suspension
Front Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Longitudinal leaf spring
Steering Gear
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Front Size 9 inches
Rear Size 9 inches
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Size 9 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 volt storage battery
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Down flow
Fuel Type Regular
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Tire Size 6.95 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 16 Gallons
Oil 5 Quarts
Transmission 3.5 Pints
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Rear Differential 2.5 Pints
Classic Rating
Classic Rating Not Rated
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. Starting 8a02T100001
VIN Description Total Digits: 11 Digits 1: Model year Digits 2: Assembly plant Digits 3-4: Body style Digits 5: Engine Digits 6-11: Production number
VIN Location On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Additional Information
Additional Information This model has bucket seats. 63B is deluxe model 63C has bench seats 63D is deluxe model with bench seats (same VIN).