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1978 Ford LTD Wagon: The Last Great American Land Yacht

Sold new at Zink Motor Company.  This 1978 Ford LTD Station Wagon was a full-size, family-oriented cruiser, representing the peak of the traditional American station wagon era—big, bold, and built to carry everyone and everything in comfort. It was part of the last generation of LTDs before Ford downsized its full-size lineup in 1979.

Overview

  • Body Style: Full-size 5-door station wagon
  • Variants:
    • LTD Wagon (base)
    • LTD Country Squire (upscale trim with simulated woodgrain sides)
  • Seating: 6 or 8 passengers (with optional rear-facing third-row seat)
  • Aimed at large families, road trippers, and anyone who needed space, power, and style

Specifications

  • All engines were V8s—powerful, but thirsty:
    • 302 cu in (5.0L) V8 – ~134 hp
    • 351 cu in (5.8L) V8 – ~148 hp
    • 400 cu in (6.6L) V8 – ~166 hp
    • 460 cu in (7.5L) V8 – ~210 hp (optional, high torque but low MPG)
  • Transmission:
    • 3-speed automatic (Ford’s Cruise-O-Matic or SelectShift)
  • Rear tailgate: “Magic Doorgate” design – could swing open like a door or drop down like a tailgate
  • Available Features:
    • Power windows and locks
    • Cruise control
    • Air conditioning
    • AM/FM stereo or 8-track
    • Roof rack and rear defogger
  • Interior: Plush bench seating, lots of faux woodgrain, chrome accents, and plenty of cargo space