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1966 Ford Falcon Station Wagon

The Falcon station wagon provided compact utility with Ford's economical platform. It offered practical cargo space for families who didn't need full-size wagon dimensions.
6F06C244431
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
Station Wagon
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Falcon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 06 Falcon
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 244431 Production #244431

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1966
Body StyleStation Wagon
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 PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3150
Wheelbase110.9
Rear tread58

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2442.00
No. Produced 16653

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3150 lbs

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Block Material Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Torque 158@2400 ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower 105@4400 hp
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (40)
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Radiator Fin and tube
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
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
Tire Size 8.25 x 14
Series Falcon
Make Ford
Model Year 1966
Origin United States
Model Number 71A
Body Maker Ford
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size 9 in.
Emergency Rear service brakes
Fuel 16 gal.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Transmission 2 pt.
Carburetor Own
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Type Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Cylinders 6
Main Bearings 4
Rear Tread 58 in.
Wheelbase 110.9 in.
Differential Ratio 2.83 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 8.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.29 :1
2nd 1.83 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 4.46 :1
B &s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16

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.