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1967 Ford Fairlane 500 XL 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Fairlane 500 XL represented Ford's upscale mid-size offering with bucket seats and luxury appointments. This model competed with Pontiac's GTO and Chevy's Chevelle SS in the burgeoning muscle car market.
7H40C160511
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1967 Ford Fairlane 500 XL

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 7 1967
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 40 Fairlane 500 XL
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 160511 Production #160511

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500 XL
Year1967
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3011
Length197
Height54
Width74
Rear tread58.1
Front tread58.4
Wheelbase116

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2618.00
No. Produced 14871

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3011 lbs
Length 197 in.
Height 54 in.
Width 74 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Constant mesh
Type Single downdraft
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (35)
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Radiator Down flow
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Radio
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On the top surface of the radiator & front fender apron support (near the radiator fill cap).
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Series Fairlane 6 500 XL
Model Year 1967
Origin United States
Model Number 63C
Body Maker Ford
Service Dual hydraulic
Brake Size 10 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Carburetor Own
Torque 190@2400 ft/lbs
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 7
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Cylinders 6
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Wheelbase 116 in.
Front Tread 58.4 in.
Rear Tread 58.1 in.
Differential Ratio 3.25 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9.4 inches
Clutch Type Semicentrifugal
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 3.68 & 3.13

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.