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1966 Ford Fairlane Wagons 4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon

The Custom Ranch Wagon featured upgraded trim and interior appointments for family comfort. It provided mid-size wagon versatility with more style than the base Ranch model.
6A48H110906
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Fairlane Wagons

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 48 Fairlane Wagons
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Serial Number 110906 Production #110906

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane Wagons
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr. Custom Ranch Wagon
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

Weight3333
Width74.7
Height55
Length199.9
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2665.00
No. Produced 19826

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3333 lbs
Width 74.7 in.
Height 55 in.
Length 199.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Main Bearings 7
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Radiator Fin and tube
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Hotchkiss
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location Trunk
Model Year 1966
Series Fairlane 6 500
Origin United States
Model Number 71B
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 10 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Oil 3.5 qt.
Transmission 2 pt.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Carburetor Own
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Cylinders 6
Torque 190@2400 ft/lbs
Rear Tread 58 in.
Wheelbase 116 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.