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1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback Fastback

The Mustang fastback's aggressive roofline made it the sportiest-looking pony car. This body style was chosen for Shelby GT350 production and became iconic in muscle car culture.
6F09K104967
289 CID Hi-Po V8
Engine
Fastback
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code F Dearborn, MI
Model Code 09 Mustang GT Fastback
Engine Code K 289 CID Hi-Po V8
Serial Number 104967 Production #104967

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelMustang GT Fastback
Year1966
TrimGT
Body StyleFastback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine289 CID Hi-Po V8
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower271 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight2640
Length181.6
Width68.2
Height51.2
Wheelbase108
Front tread55.4
Rear tread56

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2607.00
No. Produced 35698

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2640 lbs
Length 181.6 in.
Width 68.2 in.
Height 51.2 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1966
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Torque 190@2400 ft/lbs
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Helical
Main Bearings 7
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Radiator Fin and tube
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
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 6.95 x 14
Series Mustang
Make Ford
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 63A
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel 16 gal.
Transmission 2 pt.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Oil 3.5 qt.
Carburetor Own
Type Single downdraft
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Brake Horsepower 120@4400 hp
Cylinders 6
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rear Tread 56 in.
Front Tread 55.4 in.
Wheelbase 108 in.
Differential Ratio 3.20 :1
Differential Hypoid
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.