1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
The 1965 Thunderbird convertible marked the end of an era, as it would be the final year for ragtop T-Birds until 2002.
5Y85Z127720
390 CID FE V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Thunderbird
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 85 | Thunderbird |
| Engine Code | Z | 390 CID FE V8 |
| Serial Number | 127720 | Production #127720 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1965
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine390 CID FE V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight4588
Height53.3
Width77.3
Length205.4
Front tread61
Wheelbase113.2
Rear tread60
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$4953.00
No. Produced
6846
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4588
lbs
Height
53.3
in.
Width
77.3
in.
Length
205.4
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Displacement
389.09
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
10.1
:1
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Rated Horsepower
52.41
hp
Torque
427@2800
ft/lbs
Type
Cruise-O-Matic automatic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Cooling System
19 Quarts
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
Water pump
Fuel Type
Premium
Exhaust System
Dual
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Steering Gear
Integral power
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
8.15 x 15
Series
Thunderbird
Make
Ford
Model Year
1965
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
76A
Front Size
11.875
in.
Brake Size
11 3/32
in.
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Service
Power front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Fuel
22
gal.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Transmission
20
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Carburetor
Own
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.00
:1
Front Tread
61
in.
Wheelbase
113.2
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cylinders
8
Brake Horsepower
300@4600
hp
Type
Downdraft 4-barrel
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Clutch Type
Not applicable
No. Of Gears
3
B
&s 4 3/64 & 3 25/32
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.