1964 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Dr. Sedan
The Fairlane 500 4-door sedan combined mid-size practicality with upgraded interior appointments.
Confidence
95%
VIN model code 42 was used by both 1964 and 1974 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1964 interpretation. If this is a 1974 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
4K42F224086
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 42 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 260 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 224086 | Production #224086 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Horsepower164 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications
Width72.2
Length197.6
Height55.8
Wheelbase115.5
Front tread57
Rear tread56
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2306.00
No. Produced
86919
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
72.2
in.
Length
197.6
in.
Height
55.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Helical
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
8.5 Quarts
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
260 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6.50 x 14
Model Year
1964
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54B
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
16
gal.
Transmission
2.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Differential Ratio
3.5
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Wheelbase
115.5
in.
Front Tread
57
in.
Rear Tread
56
in.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders
6
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Main Bearings
4
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.29
:1
2nd
1.83
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
4.46
:1
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.