1966 Ford Fairlane 500 2-Dr. Hardtop
The Fairlane 500 hardtop delivered pillarless styling and sporty looks in Ford's mid-size lineup. Its sleek roofline competed with Chevelle Malibu and Tempest for style-conscious buyers.
6B43F890123
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Oakville, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville, Ont., CAN |
| Model Code | 43 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | F | |
| Serial Number | 890123 | Production #890123 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Assembly PlantOakville, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight2997
Length197
Width74
Height54.3
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2378.00
No. Produced
75947
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2997
lbs
Length
197
in.
Width
74
in.
Height
54.3
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Helical
Brake Horsepower
120@4400
hp
Type
Single downdraft
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Regular
Exhaust System
Single
Radiator
Fin and tube
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
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
6.95 x 14
Make
Ford
Model Year
1966
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
63B
Brake Size
10
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
20
gal.
Transmission
2
pt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Carburetor
Own
Torque
190@2400
ft/lbs
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.25
:1
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58
in.
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Main Bearings
7
Cylinders
6
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Clutch Size
9 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.76
:1
2nd
1.69
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.74
: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.