1965 Mercury Colony Park 4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
The Colony Park was Mercury's premium station wagon for 1965, featuring simulated wood-grain trim and luxury appointments. It competed with Oldsmobile's Vista Cruiser and Buick's Sport Wagon in the upscale wagon segment.
5W76H568240
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V Spec.)
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Mercury Colony Park
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | W | Wayne, MI |
| Model Code | 76 | Colony Park |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V Spec.) |
| Serial Number | 568240 | Production #568240 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelColony Park
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V Spec.)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower266 HP
Compression Ratio9.4:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width77.3
Wheelbase119
Height56.7
Length210
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3041.00
No. Produced
24308
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
77.3
in.
Height
56.7
in.
Length
210
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
427 cu. in. V8 engine
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
Tire Size
8.15 x 15
Spare Location
Trunk
Origin
United States
Model Year
1965
Series
Station Wagon 6
Make
Ford
Model Number
71E
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Fuel
16
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Transmission
3
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Main Bearings
7
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Cylinders
6
Type
Single downdraft
Rear Tread
62
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.25
:1
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.02
:1
2nd
1.84
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.1
:1
B
&s 4 & 3.18
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.