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1966 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Dr. Fastback

The Galaxie 500 fastback featured sporty roofline styling influenced by NASCAR racing success. Its sleek profile and available big-block V8s appealed to performance-minded full-size buyers.
6B64A516634
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Engine
2-Dr. Fastback
Body
Oakville, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code B Oakville, Ont., CAN
Model Code 64 Galaxie 500
Engine Code A 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Serial Number 516634 Production #516634

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Fastback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower225 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantOakville, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3730
Width78.7
Length210
Height54.7
Rear tread62
Wheelbase119

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2762.00
No. Produced 54884

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3730 lbs
Width 78.7 in.
Length 210 in.
Height 54.7 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Type Single downdraft
Type Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power windows
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
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 7.35 x 14
Series Galaxie 500 6
Model Year 1966
Origin United States
Model Number 57B
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size 11 in.
Fuel 25 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 7
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Cylinders 6
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 62 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 :1
2nd 1.75 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.17 :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.