1965 Mercury Parklane 2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback
The Park Lane hardtop showcased Mercury's dramatic fastback styling with luxury appointments for 1965. It was Mercury's most prestigious coupe, featuring the distinctive breezeway rear window design.
5W67Z526254
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Mercury Parklane
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | W | Wayne, MI |
| Model Code | 67 | Parklane |
| Engine Code | Z | 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 526254 | Production #526254 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelParklane
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback
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
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3588
Length210
Width77.3
Height54.7
Wheelbase119
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3313.00
No. Produced
37691
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3588
lbs
Length
210
in.
Width
77.3
in.
Height
54.7
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Origin
United States
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower
195@4400
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Cooling System
19.5 Quarts
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
240 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Coil link
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.75 x 15
Make
Ford
Series
Galaxie 500 LTD
Model Year
1965
Model Number
57F
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
3
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Type
V8 overhead valve
Compression Ratio-Std
9.3
:1
Cylinders
8
Type
Fully synchronized
Type
Dual downdraft
Displacement
289
cu. in.
Main Bearings
5
Torque
282@2400
ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower
51.2
hp
Wheelbase
119
in.
Rear Tread
62
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.00
:1
Clutch Size
11 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.42
:1
2nd
1.61
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
2.33
:1
B
&s 4 & 2.87
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.