1962 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Door Club Sedan
The Fairlane 500 trim offered upscale appointments in Ford's brand-new mid-size platform targeting middle-class buyers.
2B41S500489
6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | B | Unknown Plant |
| Model Code | 41 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | S | 6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 500489 | Production #500489 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1962
Body Style2-Door Club Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement144 CID
Horsepower85 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications (Matched to: Fairlane)
Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1965
Headroom front34.0
Headroom rear33.5
Height54.9
Legroom front44.8
Legroom rear38.4
Length197.0
Nameplate origin1955
Wheelbase115.5
Width71.3
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)