1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
The 1966 Thunderbird convertible was the final year for the T-Bird ragtop, making it highly collectible. Only 5,049 were produced, ending Ford's personal luxury convertible after 1966.
6Y85Q109347
428 CID 4V V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Thunderbird
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 85 | Thunderbird |
| Engine Code | Q | 428 CID 4V V8 |
| Serial Number | 109347 | Production #109347 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1966
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine428 CID 4V V8
Cylinders8
Displacement428 CID
Horsepower345 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight4692
Height52.7
Length205.4
Width77.3
Rear tread60
Wheelbase113
Front tread61
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$4879.00
No. Produced
5049
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4692
lbs
Height
52.7
in.
Length
205.4
in.
Width
77.3
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Type
Downdraft 4-barrel
Torque
427@2800
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Cylinders
8
Rated Horsepower
52.41
hp
Displacement
389.09
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (8)
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Battery
12
V
Cooling System
20.5 Quarts
Radiator
Cross flow
Exhaust System
Dual
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Premium
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Power vent windows
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
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
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Model Year
1966
Series
Thunderbird
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
76A
Service
Front disc rear drum
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Front Size
11.875
in.
Brake Size
11 3/32
in.
Fuel
22
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Transmission
23
pt.
Carburetor
Carter
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
113
in.
Front Tread
61
in.
Type
V8 Valve-in-head
Compression Ratio-Std
10.5
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Cruise-O-Matic automatic
Brake Horsepower
315@4600
hp
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.