1964 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Hardtop
The Fairlane 500 2-door hardtop featured pillarless styling and became the platform for the legendary Thunderbolt drag racer.
4R43C136404
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA |
| Model Code | 43 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 136404 | Production #136404 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower195 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
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
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2330.00
No. Produced
42733
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
72.2
in.
Length
197.6
in.
Height
55.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Type
Helical
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (18)
Exhaust System
Single
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
8.5 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
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
Tire Size
6.50 x 14
Spare Location
Trunk
Origin
United States
Model Year
1964
Make
Ford
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
65A
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Transmission
2.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Single downdraft
Main Bearings
4
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Cylinders
6
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Rear Tread
56
in.
Front Tread
57
in.
Wheelbase
115.5
in.
Differential Ratio
3.5
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
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
B
&s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16
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.