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1965 Mercury Monterey 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Monterey hardtop featured pillarless design and was popular for its clean lines and formal roofline. It bridged the gap between Mercury's sporty compacts and luxury full-size models.
Confidence 95%
5W47Z520155
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.

No factory image on file
1965 Mercury Monterey

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code W Wayne, MI
Model Code 47 Monterey
Engine Code Z 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Serial Number 520155 Production #520155

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelMonterey
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
Transmission** M & A
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceMercury

Original Specifications

Weight2888
Height54.9
Wheelbase116
Length198.4
Width73.8

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 $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

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
Model Year 1965
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.
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Cylinders 6
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Main Bearings 7
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Front Tread 57 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Differential Ratio 2.80 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Own
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

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.