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1965 Ford Station Wagon 6 4-Dr. Ranch Wagon

The six-cylinder Ranch Wagon offered maximum fuel economy in Ford's full-size wagon lineup for cost-conscious fleet and family buyers.
5A71C189474
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Ranch Wagon
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Station Wagon 6

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 71 Station Wagon 6
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 189474 Production #189474

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelStation Wagon 6
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Ranch Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Length210
Width77.3
Height56.7
Wheelbase119
Rear tread62

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2707.00
No. Produced 30817

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Length 210 in.
Width 77.3 in.
Height 56.7 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Radiator Tubular and fin
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System Water pump
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension Coil link
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Tire Size 8.15 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Series Station Wagon 6
Origin United States
Model Year 1965
Model Number 71D
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 1/32 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3 pt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Carburetor Own
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.25 :1
Wheelbase 119 in.
Rear Tread 62 in.
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Cylinders 6
Main Bearings 7
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Type Single downdraft
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.02 :1
2nd 1.84 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.1 :1
B &s 4 & 3.18

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.