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Old Jul 7, 2020 | 09:21 PM
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Need help decoding 1958 Ranchero VIN plate

I'm helping a friend and am wondering if anyone can decode the info plate.
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Old Jul 14, 2020 | 07:48 PM
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I can decode Econoline data plates in my sleep, but this is my first attempt at decoding a Ranchero.

H - engine - 352 cui, 4V carburetor, Power Option, 300 HP
8 - model year - 1958
R - assembly plant - San Jose
F - body style - Ranchero
156069 - consecutive unit number
66B - body type - Ranchero
GE2 - body color - two-tone, Sun Gold on bottom and and Colonial White on top
AB - trim - beige Sof-Textured vinyl and shadow pattern woven plastic
27F - production date - June 27
1 - transmission - 3-speed manual
3 - rear axle - 3.70 to 1 ratio

 
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Old Jul 14, 2020 | 09:50 PM
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Thanks Emil, much appreciated.
Here's a picture of the Ranchero.
It's now got a 429 ci motor and C-6 transmission from a late 60's T-bird.


 
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Old Jul 15, 2020 | 02:04 PM
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Beautiful and fast.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2020 | 12:36 PM
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I meant to include the dash emblem for the Interceptor motor.




 
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