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1965 Ford Station Wagons 2-Dr. Wagon

The two-door Falcon wagon provided economical cargo capacity in a compact footprint, ideal for small families and urban dwellers.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 21 was used by both 1965 and 1975 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1965 interpretation. If this is a 1975 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
5H21T165548
6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Wagon
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

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

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1965 Ford Station Wagons

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 21 Station Wagons
Engine Code T 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Serial Number 165548 Production #165548

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelStation Wagons
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Wagon
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

Original Specifications

Weight2640
Height54.9
Length190
Width71.6
Wheelbase109.5
Rear tread56
Front tread55

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating
Clutch Size 8.5 inches

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2333.00
No. Produced 4891

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2640 lbs
Height 54.9 in.
Length 190 in.
Width 71.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Torque 156@2400 ft/lbs
Type Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 hp
Type Helical
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (18)
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 Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Power steering
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 7.00 x 13
Spare Location Trunk
Model Year 1965
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Falcon Station Wagon
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 59A
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Fuel 14 gal.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 4
Cylinders 6
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Front Tread 55 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.20 :1
Carburetor Own
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

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.