| Ford Durango | |
|---|---|
 1981 Ford Durango | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | National Coach Works Ford |
| Production | 1979–1982 |
| Model years | 1979–1982 |
| Assembly | Los Angeles, California (National Coach Works) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact |
| Body style | 2-door coupe utility (pickup truck) |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | Ford Fox platform |
| Related | Ford Fairmont Futura |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 200 in3 (3.3 L) Thriftpower Six I6 |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ford Ranchero |
The Ford Durango is a two-passenger coupe utility sold in limited production by Ford Motor Company[1] between the 1979 and 1982 model years.[citation needed] The vehicle was the result of a joint venture between Ford and National Coach Works, located in Los Angeles, California.[2]
While not officially a production vehicle or a replacement for the Ford Ranchero (which ended production after the 1979 model year), the Durango was designed as a potential competitor to the newly downsized Chevrolet El Camino and was commissioned by Ford to be sold through Ford dealerships. As no official totals were kept by either company production estimates vary between the low 200s and 350, with 212 conversions known to have been made by National Coach Works.[1][3]
- ^ a b Strohl, Daniel (January 3, 2008). "Ford's last 'chero – the Durango". Hemmings Daily. Retrieved July 14, 2015.
- ^ "1981-1982 Durango: The Should-Have-Been Ranchero Replacement". Collectible Automobile. February 1995.
- ^ Hardigree, Matt (May 15, 2008). "Another Ford Fairmont Durango For Sale, Can You Resist The Foxchero?". Jalopnik. Retrieved August 10, 2016.