The Ford LTD II was the last mid-size car built by Ford between 1977 and 1979 for the North American market. It was based on the Ford Torino, which it replaced, and used the same platform as the concurrent Ford Thunderbird, which was downsized and dramatically reduced in price for 1977 to occupy the market position of the 1974-76 Ford Elite, which was a Torino derivative.
The largest car ever marketed as a midsize, the LTD IIs styling emulated the squared-off grille and body lines of the larger LTDs, which were produced until the 1978 model year. A two-door coupe and four-door sedan were available in all three model years, with a four-door station wagon (the 1972-76 Torino shell with 1977 LTD II front end) offered for 1977 only. It was also the platform for the final Ford Rancheros.
All LTD IIs came with a V8 engine, SelectShift automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, and steel-belted radial-ply tires. Trim models included the budget-level "S," base and luxury-level Brougham models. Bucket seats with console and floor shifter were available on base- and Brougham-level coupes.