1964 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Dr. Sedan
The Fairlane 500 4-door sedan combined mid-size practicality with upgraded interior appointments.
4F42F220215
8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Ford Fairlane 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 42 | Fairlane 500 |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 260 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 220215 | Production #220215 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 260 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement260 CID
Horsepower164 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width72.2
Length197.6
Height55.8
Wheelbase115.5
Front tread57
Rear tread56
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2306.00
No. Produced
86919
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
72.2
in.
Length
197.6
in.
Height
55.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Model Year
1964
Type
Helical
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Torque
156@2400
ft/lbs
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (18)
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
8.5 Quarts
Cooling System
Water pump
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
260 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
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
6.50 x 14
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54B
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
16
gal.
Transmission
2.5
pt.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
4.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Main Bearings
4
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower
101@4400
hp
Cylinders
6
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rear Tread
56
in.
Front Tread
57
in.
Wheelbase
115.5
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.5
:1
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 1/2 & 2 15/16
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.