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An intriguing aspect of the Ford 300's history revolves around the availability of the big-block FE-series V8 engines, including the formidable 427 cubic inch engine delivering up to 425 horsepower. When paired with a manual transmission, these cars often found use in the realm of drag racing, owing
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The Ford 300 gained popularity in police and taxi fleets, boasting a base price more than $ 100 lower than comparable models in the base
Galaxie series. However, private customers were also drawn to its affordability and economic performance, offering the spaciousness of a full-sized automobile as a
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Identified by the "Ford 300" badge adorning each front fender, positioned just behind the wheel wells, and featuring "F-O-R-D" lettering in small block font on the trunk lid, this series exclusively offered 2- or 4-door pillared sedan configurations.
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304:Standard Catalog of American Cars 1946-1975
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22:Ford straight-six engine § 300
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116:260 cu in (4.3 L)
106:223 cu in (3.7 L)
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589:Mid-size
567:Fairmont
562:Maverick
345:previous
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215:Ford 300
168:3-speed
160:2-speed
50:Overview
33:Ford 300
1142:Mustang
1137:Mustang
1132:Mustang
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852:Galaxie
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785:Galaxie
582:Granada
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231:Galaxie
124:Windsor
118:Windsor
86:Related
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73:2-door
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