1966 Ford Country Sedan 4-Dr., 6-Pass.
The Country Sedan featured upgraded trim and interior over the Ranch Wagon. It served as Ford's mid-level full-size wagon competing with Chevrolet's Impala wagon and Plymouth's Fury wagon.
6P72X152948
8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Twin Cities, MN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Country Sedan
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | P | Twin Cities, MN |
| Model Code | 72 | Country Sedan |
| Engine Code | X | 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 152948 | Production #152948 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelCountry Sedan
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr., 6-Pass.
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantTwin Cities, MN
Plant CodeP
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight4140
Width78.7
Length210
Height56.9
Wheelbase113
Rear tread58
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2882.00
No. Produced
55616
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4140
lbs
Width
78.7
in.
Length
210
in.
Height
56.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Ford
Type
Constant mesh
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Cooling System
13 Quarts
Fuel Type
Regular
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Radiator
Fin and tube
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power seats
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
8.45 x 14
Series
Station Wagon 6
Model Year
1966
Origin
United States
Model Number
71B
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
11
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Fuel
25
gal.
Oil
4
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Main Bearings
7
Cylinders
6
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Rear Tread
58
in.
Wheelbase
113
in.
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Differential
Hypoid
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.