1965 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Hardtop (Bucket Seat)
The bucket seat option transformed the Fairlane into a sportier package, appealing to younger buyers influenced by Mustang's success.
5K47T127878
6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop (Bucket Seat)
Body
Kansas City, KS
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, KS |
| Model Code | 47 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | T | 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V) |
| Serial Number | 127878 | Production #127878 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop (Bucket Seat)
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 PlantKansas City, KS
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2888
Height54.9
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
$2538.00
No. Produced
15141
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2888
lbs
Height
54.9
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
65B
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.