1966 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Sedan
The Fairlane 500 two-door sedan offered upgraded trim over the base Fairlane in Ford's freshly restyled 1966 intermediate line, a tidy pillared coupe for value-minded buyers.
6A41C255600
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA |
| Model Code | 41 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 255600 | Production #255600 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2895
Width74
Length197
Height55
Rear tread58
Wheelbase116
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2317.00
No. Produced
14118
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2895
lbs
Width
74
in.
Length
197
in.
Height
55
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Helical
Torque
190@2400
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
120@4400
hp
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Radiator
Fin and tube
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
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 6 500
Model Year
1966
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
62B
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Transmission
2
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Carburetor
Own
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings
7
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Cylinders
6
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.25
:1
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.