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1965 Ford Thunderbird Special 2-Dr. Landau Special

The Landau Special featured distinctive vinyl roof treatment and luxury appointments, representing Thunderbird's evolution into personal luxury territory.
5W81L261940
8 Cyl. 427 C.I. (4-V Med Cam)
Engine
2-Dr. Landau Special
Body
Wayne, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Thunderbird Special

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code W Wayne, MI
Model Code 81 Thunderbird Special
Engine Code L 8 Cyl. 427 C.I. (4-V Med Cam)
Serial Number 261940 Production #261940

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird Special
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Landau Special
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 427 C.I. (4-V Med Cam)
Cylinders8
Displacement427 CID
Horsepower410 HP
Compression Ratio11.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM
Assembly PlantWayne, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%