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1965 Ford Falcon Standard 4-Dr. Sedan

The four-door Falcon served as reliable basic transportation, maintaining strong fleet and family sedan sales in the compact segment.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 02 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.
5R02T211169
6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

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

No factory image on file
1965 Ford Falcon Standard

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 02 Falcon Standard
Engine Code T 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Serial Number 211169 Production #211169

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Standard
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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 PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

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

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 $2082.00
No. Produced 44036

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 181.6 in.
Height 54.5 in.
Width 71.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

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