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1966 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Sedan

The Galaxie 500 represented Ford's popular full-size model with upscale trim and wide powertrain options. It competed directly with Impala and Fury for mainstream family sedan buyers.
6P62H142087
8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Twin Cities, MN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Galaxie 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code P Twin Cities, MN
Model Code 62 Galaxie 500
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 390 C.I.
Serial Number 142087 Production #142087

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
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 PlantTwin Cities, MN
Plant CodeP
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3635
Length210
Width78.7
Height55.6
Rear tread62
Wheelbase119

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2677.00
No. Produced 171886

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3635 lbs
Length 210 in.
Width 78.7 in.
Height 55.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
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 54A
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel 25 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Type Single downdraft
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Constant mesh
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
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.