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1965 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon

The Custom Ranch Wagon added woodgrain trim and upgraded interior appointments for families desiring mid-size utility with upscale style.
5A480161926
6 Cyl. 240 C.I. (Base)
Engine
4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Fairlane 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 48 Fairlane 500
Engine Code 0 6 Cyl. 240 C.I. (Base)
Serial Number 480161926 Production #480161926

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 240 C.I. (Base)
Cylinders6
Displacement240 CID
Horsepower150 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3220
Length198.4
Height56.6
Width73.8
Rear tread56
Front tread57
Wheelbase116

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2648.00
No. Produced 20506

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3220 lbs
Length 198.4 in.
Height 56.6 in.
Width 73.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Type Helical
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Torque 185@2400 ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator Cellular tubular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 8.5 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Semi-elliptic leaf springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location Stamped on vertical face of left front fender apron near the top.
Spare Location Trunk
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Fairlane 6 500
Model Year 1965
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 71B
Emergency Rear service brakes
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size 10 in.
Fuel 16 gal.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Transmission 2 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Cylinders 6
Type Single downdraft
Main Bearings 7
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Wheelbase 116 in.
Front Tread 57 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Differential Ratio 2.80 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Own
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.76 :1
2nd 1.69 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.74 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

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.