These are standard specifications for the 1968 Ford Mustang, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual , 3 Automatic
Chassis # 8F02C193891
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1964 - 1973 |
| Price : | $2,600-$2,812 |
| Weight : | 2636 lbs | 1195.669 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3277 cc | 200.0 cu in. | 3.3 L. |
| Power : | 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.8:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 7 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Ford 1 Barrel Autolite | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4736 cc | 289.0 cu in. | 4.7 L. |
| Power : | 195 HP (143.52 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.9 in | 73 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.7:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Ford 2 Barrel Autolite | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 230 HP (169.28 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6391 cc | 390.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6391 cc | 390.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 325 BHP (239.2 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7014 cc | 428.0 cu in. | 7.0 L. |
| Power : | 335 BHP (246.56 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 101 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.7:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6997 cc | 427.0 cu in. | 7.0 L. |
| Power : | 390 HP (287.04 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.2 in | 107 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.9:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 4-barrel carburetor | |
4 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1968 : | 1,753,334 |
| Total 1968 Mustang production : | 317,148 |
| 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Convertible 2 dr. 4 P : | 25,376 |
| Fastback Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 42,325 |
| Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 249,447 |
Dimension(s)
Hardtop Coupe
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| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 183.6 in | 4663 mm. |
| Width : | 71.3 in | 1811 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
Fastback Coupe
| Price : | $2,710 |
| Weight : | 2657 lbs | 1205.195 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 183.6 in | 4663 mm. |
| Width : | 71.3 in | 1811 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
Convertible
| Price : | $2,812 |
| Weight : | 2742 lbs | 1243.75 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 183.6 in | 4663 mm. |
| Width : | 71.3 in | 1811 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
California Special Coupe
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Chassis # 8R01C142574
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| Price : | $2,600 |
| Weight : | 2636 lbs | 1195.669 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 183.6 in | 4663 mm. |
| Width : | 71.3 in | 1811 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 6.95 x 14 four-ply tubeless blackwall |
Recall
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 77V043000 |
| Summary | THE SEAT BACK PIVOT PIN BRACKET ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY FAIL. CONSEQUENTLY, THE SEAT BACK WILL ROTATE REARWARD. |
| Remedy | THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SEAT PIVOT PIN BRACKET ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT BUCKET SEATS.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BACK.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD THE PIN BREAK DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT. |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Drake Automotive Group LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19E011000 |
| Summary | Drake Automotive Group, LLC (Drake) is recalling certain Scott Drake left and right wheel spindles, part numbers C5ZZ-3106-L, C5ZZ-3105-R, C70Z-3106-L, C70Z-3105-R sold for use on 1965-1966 Ford Mustang V8s and 1967-1969 Ford Mustangs (all vehicles with drums). The spindle may fail resulting in the wheel and tire detaching from the vehicle's steering system. |
| Consequence | Spindle failure can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Drake Automotive Group, LLC will notify owners and will replace all of the recalled units, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2019. Owners may contact Drake automotive at 1-800-999-0289. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
1968 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $2,822 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $7,850 |
| Avg. Home : | $14,950 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.34 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1968 Ford Mustang?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1968 Ford Mustang? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 108.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1968 Ford Mustang? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang has a length of 183.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1968 Ford Mustang? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang has a width of 71.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1968 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1968 Ford Mustang cost approximately $2,600 to $2,812 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1968 Ford Mustang? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang was offered as a California Special Coupe, Convertible, Fastback Coupe, Hardtop Coupe.Q: What tires did the 1968 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang had 6.95 x 14 four-ply tubeless blackwall tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1968? A: Ford produced 1,753,334 automobiles in 1968.Q: How many 1968 Mustangs were produced? A: Ford produced 317,148 examples of the Mustang in 1968.Q: What engines did the 1968 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: V 6 (3277 cc | 200.0 cu in. | 3.3 L.) with 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 3800 RPM V 8 (4736 cc | 289.0 cu in. | 4.7 L.) with 195 HP (143.52 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 230 HP (169.28 KW) @ 4800 RPM V 8 (6391 cc | 390.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 4800 RPM V 8 (6391 cc | 390.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 325 BHP (239.2 KW) @ 4800 RPM V 8 (7014 cc | 428.0 cu in. | 7.0 L.) with 335 BHP (246.56 KW) @ 5600 RPM V 8 (6997 cc | 427.0 cu in. | 7.0 L.) with 390 HP (287.04 KW) @ 4600 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1968 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1968 Ford Mustang had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.
