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1965 Ford Station Wagons 4-Dr. Wagon

The four-door Falcon wagon offered practical access and cargo space, becoming popular with budget-conscious families seeking utility.
5H26C111111
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Wagon
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Station Wagons

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 26 Station Wagons
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 111111 Production #111111

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelStation Wagons
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2695
Height54.9
Length190
Width71.6
Rear tread56
Front tread55
Wheelbase109.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2665.00
No. Produced 6703

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2695 lbs
Height 54.9 in.
Length 190 in.
Width 71.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Block Material Cast alloy iron
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Torque 156@2400 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 4
Type Helical
Cylinders 6
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (19)
Cooling System 8.75 Quarts
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Radiator Tubular and fin
Exhaust System Single
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
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 7.00 x 13
Origin United States
Model Year 1965
Make Ford
Series Falcon Station Wagon
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 71C
Brake Size 9 in.
Emergency Rear service brakes
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel 14 gal.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Carburetor Own
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.20 :1
Rear Tread 56 in.
Front Tread 55 in.
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Type Inline Valve-in-head
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.