1965 Ford Galaxie 500 4-Dr. Hardtop
The pillarless hardtop design offered an airy, open feel while maintaining Galaxie's upscale positioning in the full-size market.
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8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (300 HP)
Engine
4-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Galaxie 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 64 | Galaxie 500 |
| Engine Code | Z | 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (300 HP) |
| Serial Number | 123456 | Production #123456 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie 500
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V) (300 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width77.3
Height54.7
Length210
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2708.00
No. Produced
49982
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
77.3
in.
Height
54.7
in.
Length
210
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Fuel Type
Regular
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
240 cu. in. Inline 6 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
Series
Galaxie 500 6
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Model Year
1965
Model Number
57B
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
11 1/32
in.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Transmission
3
pt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Oil
4
qt.
Carburetor
Own
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Main Bearings
7
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Cylinders
6
Displacement
240
cu. in.
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.