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1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback Fastback

The 1965 Mustang fastback debuted mid-year as the 2+2, becoming an instant icon and defining the pony car segment that revolutionized American automotive culture.
5F09C272869
289 CID 4V V8
Engine
Fastback
Body
Dearborn, MI (River Rouge)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI (River Rouge)
Model Code 09 Mustang GT Fastback
Engine Code C 289 CID 4V V8
Serial Number 272869 Production #272869

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMustang GT Fastback
Year1965
Body StyleFastback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine289 CID 4V V8
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (River Rouge)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2465
Length181.6
Width68.2
Height51.2
Rear tread56
Wheelbase108
Front tread55.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2589.00
No. Produced 77079

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2465 lbs
Length 181.6 in.
Width 68.2 in.
Height 51.2 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Cylinders 6
Type Helical
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator Cellular tubular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Fuel Type Regular
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 8.5 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location Stamped on top upper flange of left front fender apron.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.5 x 13
Model Year 1965
Series Mustang
Origin United States
Make Ford
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 63A
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Fuel 16 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Single downdraft
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Torque 185@2400 ft/lbs
Main Bearings 7
Front Tread 55.4 in.
Wheelbase 108 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Differential Ratio 3.20 :1
Differential Hypoid
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 3.68 & 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.