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1965 Ford Falcon Sprint 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Sprint hardtop combined sporty bucket seats with V8 performance, representing Ford's effort to compete in the emerging compact performance market.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 11 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.
5R11A187652
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
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 Sprint

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 11 Falcon Sprint
Engine Code A 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Serial Number 187652 Production #187652

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Sprint
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower225 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Height53.8
Width71.6
Length181.6
Rear tread56
Front tread55
Wheelbase109.5

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 $2179.00
No. Produced 1303

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 181.6 in.
Height 53.5 in.
Width 71.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Torque 156@2400 ft/lbs
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
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 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
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.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.00 x 13
Origin United States
Model Year 1965
Series Falcon Futura 6
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 63C
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Fuel 14 gal.
Carburetor Own
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Differential Ratio 2.83 :1
Differential Hypoid
Wheelbase 109.5 in.
Front Tread 55 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Type Single downdraft
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Cylinders 6
Main Bearings 4
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 hp
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.