1966 Ford Fairlane 4-Dr. Sedan
The four-door Fairlane provided practical family transportation with mid-size comfort. It offered more interior room than compacts while maintaining better fuel economy than full-size models.
6A32H236083
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Fairlane
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA |
| Model Code | 32 | Fairlane |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 236083 | Production #236083 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower275 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2933
Width74.7
Length197
Height55
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2280.00
No. Produced
26170
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2933
lbs
Width
74.7
in.
Length
197
in.
Height
55
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Torque
190@2400
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Helical
Brake Horsepower
120@4400
hp
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Regular
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Fin and tube
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6.95 x 14
Series
Fairlane 6
Make
Ford
Model Year
1966
Origin
United States
Model Number
54A
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Fuel
20
gal.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Transmission
2
pt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Differential Ratio
3.25
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58
in.
Main Bearings
7
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Cylinders
6
Type
Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Clutch Size
9 inches
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
B
&s 3.68 & 3.13
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.