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1966 Ford Falcon Standard 2-Dr. Sedan

The 1966 Falcon Standard represented Ford's economy compact with basic trim and value pricing. The model competed in the growing small-car segment against Chevy Nova and Plymouth Valiant.
6R01C214719
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Falcon Standard

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 01 Falcon Standard
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 214719 Production #214719

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Standard
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
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 PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2630
Width75.5
Height54.6
Length184.3
Wheelbase110.9
Rear tread58

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2060.00
No. Produced 41432

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2630 lbs
Width 75.5 in.
Height 54.6 in.
Length 184.3 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Series Falcon
Block Material Cast alloy iron
Type Helical
Displacement 169.57 cu. in.
Cylinders 6
Compression Ratio-Std 9.1 :1
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (40)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Battery 12 V
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
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 6.5 x 13
Make Ford
Model Year 1966
Origin United States
Model Number 62A
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Transmission 2 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Carburetor Own
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Brake Horsepower 105@4400 hp
Torque 158@2400 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 4
Type Single downdraft
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rear Tread 58 in.
Wheelbase 110.9 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 2.83 :1
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.