Home› Archive› 1966› Ford› Falcon Standard

1966 Ford Falcon Standard 4-Dr. Sedan

The four-door Falcon Standard provided affordable family transportation with Ford's proven inline-six engine. This practical sedan appealed to budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable basic transportation.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 02 was used by both 1966 and 1976 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1966 interpretation. If this is a 1976 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
6R02C122534
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

No factory image on file
1966 Ford Falcon Standard

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 02 Falcon Standard
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 122534 Production #122534

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon Standard
Year1966
Body Style4-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

Original Specifications

Weight2670
Height54.6
Length184.3
Width75.5
Rear tread58
Wheelbase110.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating
Clutch Size 8.5 inches

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2114.00
No. Produced 34685

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2670 lbs
Height 54.6 in.
Length 184.3 in.
Width 75.5 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

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 (39)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Radiator Fin and tube
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment 200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
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 8.25 x 14
Series Falcon
Make Ford
Model Year 1966
Origin United States
Model Number 54A
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Oil 3.5 qt.
Transmission 2 pt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Inline Valve-in-head
Brake Horsepower 105@4400 hp
Torque 158@2400 ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower 29.4 hp
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 4
Type Single downdraft
Wheelbase 110.9 in.
Rear Tread 58 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 2.83 :1
Carburetor Own
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

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.