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1965 Ford Mustang 2-Dr. Hardtop*

The Mustang hardtop was the best-selling variant, offering affordable sporty style that captured America's imagination and spawned countless imitators.
5T07T187044
6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop*
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
1965 Ford Mustang 2-Dr. Hardtop*

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 07 Mustang
Engine Code T 6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Serial Number 187044 Production #187044

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop*
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 200 C.I. (1-V)
Cylinders6
Displacement200 CID
Horsepower120 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2515
Length181.6
Height51.1
Width68.2
Front tread55.4
Rear tread56
Wheelbase108

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2372.00
No. Produced 409260

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2515 lbs
Length 181.6 in.
Height 51.1 in.
Width 68.2 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1965
Type Helical
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Cylinders 6
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Type Single downdraft
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Fuel Type Regular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 8.5 Quarts
Radiator Cellular tubular
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
Series Mustang
Origin United States
Make Ford
Model Number 65A
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Torque 185@2400 ft/lbs
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings 7
Wheelbase 108 in.
Rear Tread 56 in.
Front Tread 55.4 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.