1971 Ford Econoline

Available again in either 105.5 in or 123.5 in wheelbase, the Econoline provides a maximum GVW rating of 4,500, 5,400 or 8,300 lbs.  Combined with strong construction, high capacity axles and other components, the E300 Series has the payload capacity of up to 4,320 lbs.  The square-wall design gives 64 inches of width at the roof.   Econoline vans could be transformed to meet a consumer’s expectations.  From Electronic Service Van to Ambulance’s to Refrigerated Vans,  the Econoline can be modified to fit your needs.

Standard is the 240 cubic inch 6 cylinder engine while an optional 302 cubic inch V8 provides 205 hp. Power steering and SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic transmission is also a standard option.  Two forged-steel I-Beam front axles anchored with forged steel radius rods gives the Ford Econoline smoothness and strength. 

Club Wagons were much the same as the Econoline, except they were produced as passenger vans.

1971 Ford Econoline Production Numbers

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Econoline - 1/2 Ton - 105.5 in. wheelbase
E-140	-	Cargo Van	$2,983	3,260 lbs	Note 1
E-150	-	Window Van	$3,061	3,335 lbs	Note 1
E-160	-	Display Van	$3,106	3,305 lbs	Note 1
Econoline - 3/4 Ton - 105.5 in. wheelbase
E-240	-	Cargo Van	$3,072	3,350 lbs	Note 1
E-250	-	Window Van	$3,150	3,395 lbs	Note 1
E-260	-	Display Van	$3,106	3,425 lbs	Note 1
Econoline - 1 Ton - 105.5 in. wheelbase
E-340	-	Cargo Van	$3,094	3,790 lbs	Note 1
E-350	-	Window Van	$3,172	3,440 lbs	Note 1
E-360	-	Display Van	$3,108	3,425 lbs	Note 1
Club Wagon - 1/2 Ton - 105.5 in. wheelbase
E-110	-	Club Wagon	$3,453	3,595 lbs	6,801
E-120	-	Custom Club Wagon	$3,678	3,710 lbs	8,817
E-130	-	Chateau Club Wagon	$3,827	4,180 lbs	5,438
Club Wagon - 3/4 Ton - 105.5 in. wheelbase
E-210	-	Club Wagon	$3,498	3,800 lbs	-
E-220	-	Custom Club Wagon	$3,723	4,040 lbs	-
E-230	-	Chateau Club Wagon	$3,878	4,270 lbs	-
Club Wagon - 1/2 Ton - 123.5 in. wheelbase
E-310	-	Club Wagon	$3,850	4,550 lbs	-
E-320	-	Custom Club Wagon	$4,975	4,810 lbs	-
E-330	-	Chateau Club Wagon	$5,235	5,040 lbs	-

Note:

1. 89A Standard Cargo Van = 58,995 ; 89C Standard Display Van = 5,265; 89E Standard Window Van = 13,101; 89B Custom Cargo Van = 4,470; 89D Custom Display Van = 410; 89F Custom Window Van = ?

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Overall Width	GVW	Tires
E-100	105.5 in / 123.5 in	-	-	-	E78 x 14B
E-200	105.5 in / 123.5 in	-	-	-	G78 x 15B
E-300	105.5 in / 123.5 in	-	-	-	8.00 x 16.5

 

Vin Number Decoding - 1971 Ford Econoline

Location: stamped on rating plate

First Symbols - Model Year 1 = 1971 Second Symbol - Assembly Plant H = Lorain, OH. R = San Jose, CA. L = Michigan Truck S = Allen Park, MI. Third & Fourth Symbol - Model E10 = 1/2 Ton Econoline E30 = 1 Ton Econoline E20 = 3/4 Ton Econoline   Fifth Symbol - Engine U = 170 cid 6 cylinder G = 302 cid V8 Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence