1965 Ford Falcon Standard 4-Dr. Sedan
The four-door Falcon served as reliable basic transportation, maintaining strong fleet and family sedan sales in the compact segment.
5H02U265898
6 Cyl. 170 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Falcon Standard
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH |
| Model Code | 02 | Falcon Standard |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. 170 C.I. (1-V) |
| Serial Number | 265898 | Production #265898 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFalcon Standard
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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 PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Length181.6
Height54.5
Width71.6
Wheelbase109.5
Front tread55
Rear tread56
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2082.00
No. Produced
44036
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Length
181.6
in.
Height
54.5
in.
Width
71.6
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
Falcon
Cylinders
6
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Helical
Main Bearings
4
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
8.75 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
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 top upper flange of left front fender apron.
Tire Size
6.00 x 13
Spare Location
Trunk
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Model Year
1965
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54A
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
9
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
14
gal.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std
9.1
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Rear Tread
56
in.
Front Tread
55
in.
Wheelbase
109.5
in.
Differential Ratio
2.83
: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.