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1970 Ford Ltd Squire Wagon

Ford Country Squire - 7th Gen

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Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the world&#39;s largest automotive producers, and has been behind many notable innovations such as the production line. Early offerings such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Model T</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Model A</a> helped establish Ford as one of the world&#39;s foremost car makers, while models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Mustang</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/bronco/">Bronco</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/thunderbird/">Thunderbird</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">F-Series</a> have become icons in their own right. Since its early days, Ford has always placed an emphasis on motorsport, having participated in a wide range of disciplines such as <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/nascar/">NASCAR</a>, the World Rally Championship, the World Endurance Championship, and Formula 1. This pursuit of motorsport and performance has lead to the development of some truly special road cars, most notably the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/gt/gt40/">GT40</a> and the revered <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/shelby-mustang/">Shelby Mustang</a>. Some of Ford&#39;s international subsidiaries have also produced some special models, such as the wonderfully mad <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/rs200/">RS200</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/escort-europe/rs-cosworth/">Escort RS Cosworth</a>.

Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the…

Country Squire - 7th Gen

Ford Country Squire

The Ford Country Squire (later known as the Ford LTD Country Squire) is a series of station wagons that was assembled by American automaker Ford. The premium station wagon of the Ford division, the Country Squire was distinguished by its external woodgrain trim. From the 1949 (although not named Country Squire until 1950) to 1991 model years, eight generations of the Country Squire were produced: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1949-1951)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1952-1954)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1955-1956)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1957-1959)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/5th-gen/">5th Gen (1960-1964)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/6th-gen/">6th Gen (1965-1968)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/7th-gen/">7th Gen (1969-1978)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/8th-gen/">8th Gen (1979-1991)</a>.

The Ford Country Squire (later known as the Ford LTD Country Squire) is a series of station wagons that was assembled by American automaker…

Country Squire

Ford introduced the seventh generation of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Country Squire</a> for the 1969 model year. This seventh generation was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ltd/">Ford LTD</a>, and featuring an increase in wheelbase over the previous generation. This series of wood paneled, four door station wagons was offered with a variety of V8 engines, ranging from 4.9L to 7.5L in displacement. Both manual and automatic 3 speed transmissions were available for the seventh generation Country Squire, which was built until 1978, and replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/8th-gen/">Eighth Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

Ford introduced the seventh generation of the Country Squire for the 1969 model year. This seventh generation was based on the Ford LTD,…

Ford Country Squire - 1st Gen

For the 1949 model year, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/">Ford</a> introduced their new line of full size cars. As part of this line, Ford debuted their new line of wood paneled, two door station wagons. For the 1949 model year, and early 1950 models, these cars were offered in Custom and Custom Deluxe trim, but did not feature an independent name. It was not until early 1950 that the name <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Country Squire</a> was applied to these cars. The first generation of Country Squire represented the top station wagon offering from Ford. These station wagons were available with a 3.7L inline six or 3.9L V8 engine, as well as manual or automatic transmission options. Production of the first generation Country Squire lasted until 1951, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

For the 1949 model year, Ford introduced their new line of full size cars. As part of this line, Ford debuted their new line of wood…

Country Squire - 1st Gen

1st Gen

Ford Country Squire - 2nd Gen

The second generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Country Squire</a> was introduced for the 1952 model year. This generation of Country Squire was the station wagon equivalent of the Ford Crestline, sitting at the top of Ford&#39;s lineup. While previously these wood paneled station wagons had been available in a two door body style, this updated generation saw four doors offered. Over the course of production, both a 3.7L inline six and 3.9L V8 engine were offered. These engines were paired to both manual and automatic transmission options sending drive to the rear wheels. The second generation Country Squire was built until 1954, when Ford introduced the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/3rd-gen/">Third Generation Country Squire</a>.&nbsp;

The second generation of Ford Country Squire was introduced for the 1952 model year. This generation of Country Squire was the station…

Country Squire - 2nd Gen

2nd Gen

Ford Country Squire - 3rd Gen

The third generation of <a href="http://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Country Squire</a> debuted for the 1955 model year. This updated generation saw the Country Squire produced as the station wagon equivalent of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/1st-gen/">First Generation Ford Fairlane</a>. These wood paneled, four door station wagons represented Ford&#39;s top station wagon offering, and was fitted with a standard 3.7L inline six engine. In addition to the inline six, a range of V8 units were available, including 4.5L, 4.8L, and 5.1L options. These engines sent their power to the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options. Production of the third generation Country Squire lasted until 1956, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/4th-gen/">Fourth Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

The third generation of Ford Country Squire debuted for the 1955 model year. This updated generation saw the Country Squire produced as the…

Country Squire - 3rd Gen

3rd Gen

Ford Country Squire - 4th Gen

The fourth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Counry Squire</a> was introduced for the 1957 model year. This updated generation of wood paneled station wagons was offered in a four door body style, and were based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/">Ford Fairlane</a>. In addition to a standard 3.7L inline six engine, a wide range of V8 engines were also available, as were manual and automatic transmission options. Production of the fourth generation lasted until 1959, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/5th-gen/">Fifth Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

The fourth generation of Ford Counry Squire was introduced for the 1957 model year. This updated generation of wood paneled station wagons…

Country Squire - 4th Gen

4th Gen

Ford Country Squire - 5th Gen

The fifth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Country Squire</a> debuted for the 1960 model year. This new generation of wood paneled, four door station wagons was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/galaxie/">Ford Galaxie</a>, and featured a range of V8 engines, as well as a standard 3.7L inline six. Both the inline six, and the V8 powerplants were offered with manual and automatic transmission options, sending drive to the rear wheels. This generation of range-topping station wagons was in production until 1964, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/6th-gen/">Sixth Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

The fifth generation of Ford Country Squire debuted for the 1960 model year. This new generation of wood paneled, four door station wagons…

Country Squire - 5th Gen

5th Gen

Ford Country Squire - 6th Gen

The sixth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Country Squire</a> was introduced for the 1965 model year. This new generation of Country Squire was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/galaxie/">Ford Galaxie</a>, and was offered as a four door, wood paneled station wagon. These cars were available with a range of engines, including a 3.9L inline six, and a variety of V8 options, including a range topping 7.0L unit. These engines were paired to both manual and automatic transmission options that sent drive to the rear wheels. For the 1968 model year, the Country Squire became part of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ltd/">Ford LTD</a> family, before being replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/7th-gen/">Seventh Generation Ford Country Squire</a> for 1969.

The sixth generation of Ford Country Squire was introduced for the 1965 model year. This new generation of Country Squire was based on the…

Country Squire - 6th Gen

6th Gen

7th Gen

Ford Country Squire - 8th Gen

The eighth and final generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Ford Country Squire</a> was introduced for the 1979 model year. This new generation of Country Squire saw a substatial downsizing from the previous generation, and was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ltd/">Ford LTD</a>. These rear wheel drive, wood paneled station wagons were available with either a 4.9L or 5.8L V8 engine which were paired to a 4 speed automatic transmission. Production of the Ford Country Squire lasted until 1991, when the model was discontinued.

The eighth and final generation of Ford Country Squire was introduced for the 1979 model year. This new generation of Country Squire saw a…

Country Squire - 8th Gen

8th Gen

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Ford introduced the seventh generation of the <a href="MKT:2028" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Country Squire</a> for the 1969 model year. This seventh generation was based on the <a href="MKT:11593" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ltd/">Ford LTD</a>, and featuring an increase in wheelbase over the previous generation. This series of wood paneled, four door station wagons was offered with a variety of V8 engines, ranging from 4.9L to 7.5L in displacement. Both manual and automatic 3 speed transmissions were available for the seventh generation Country Squire, which was built until 1978, and replaced by the <a href="MKT:18999" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/8th-gen/">Eighth Generation Ford Country Squire</a>.

1970 Ford Country Squire - 7th Gen

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