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1965 Ford Thunderbird Special 2-Dr. Landau Special

The Landau Special featured distinctive vinyl roof treatment and luxury appointments, representing Thunderbird's evolution into personal luxury territory.
Confidence 95%
5A81UT604AR
6 Cyl. 170 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Landau Special
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1965 Ford Thunderbird Special

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I. (1-V)
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Serial Number T604AR Production #T604AR
Model Code 81 Thunderbird Special

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird Special
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Landau Special
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I. (1-V)
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord