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1965 Ford Falcon Futura 4-Dr. Sedan (2)

The four-door Futura balanced practicality with upscale touches, serving families who valued compact dimensions without sacrificing style.
5H16T276350
6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan (2)
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Falcon Futura

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 16 Falcon Futura
Engine Code T 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Serial Number 276350 Production #276350

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Futura
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan (2)
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Horsepower120 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2415
Width71.6
Length181.6
Height54.5
Wheelbase109.5
Rear tread56
Front tread55

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2192.00
No. Produced 33985

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2415 lbs
Width 71.6 in.
Length 181.6 in.
Height 54.5 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Torque 156@2400 ft/lbs
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Tubular and fin
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 8.75 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
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.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.00 x 13
Origin United States
Model Year 1965
Series Falcon Futura 6
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 54B
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Oil 3.5 qt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Fuel 14 gal.
Carburetor Own
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 hp
Main Bearings 4
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Cylinders 6
Front Tread 55 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 2.83 :1
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.