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1965 Ford Custom 500 Fastback

This mid-tier full-size sedan balanced affordability with enhanced comfort features, appealing to traditional family sedan buyers.
5A520229675
240 CID I6
Engine
Fastback
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Custom 500

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 52 Custom 500
Engine Code 0 240 CID I6
Serial Number 520229675 Production #520229675

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCustom 500
Year1965
Body StyleFastback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine240 CID I6
Cylinders6
Displacement240 CID
Horsepower150 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Width77.3
Height55.6
Length210
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2467.00
No. Produced 71727

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Width 77.3 in.
Height 55.6 in.
Length 210 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Regular
Radiator Tubular and fin
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power seats
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Coil link
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 7.35 x 15
Origin United States
Series Custom 500 6
Make Ford
Model Year 1965
Model Number 54B
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Carburetor Own
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Main Bearings 7
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Cylinders 6
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Differential Ratio 3.00 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.02 :1
2nd 1.84 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.1 :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.