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1965 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Sedan

The Fairlane 500 was the upscale mid-size offering, featuring additional trim and the potential for high-performance 289 V8 power.
5K41C194712
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Fairlane 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code K Kansas City, KS
Model Code 41 Fairlane 500
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 194712 Production #194712

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
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 PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2805
Height55.8
Length198.4
Width73.8
Wheelbase116
Rear tread56
Front tread57

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2312.00
No. Produced 16092

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2805 lbs
Height 55.8 in.
Length 198.4 in.
Width 73.8 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1965
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Torque 185@2400 ft/lbs
Type Helical
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Type Single downdraft
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Fuel Type Regular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Radiator Cellular tubular
Cooling System 8.5 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
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 vertical face of left front fender apron near the top.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.95 x 14
Origin United States
Make Ford
Series Fairlane 6 500
Model Number 62B
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 10 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Transmission 2 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 2.80 :1
Wheelbase 116 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Front Tread 57 in.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Main Bearings 7
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Cylinders 6
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.76 :1
2nd 1.69 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.74 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

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.