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1965 Ford Thunderbird 2-Dr. Hardtop

In its second year, the fourth-generation Thunderbird gained sequential turn signals for 1965, a refined design that set the standard for American personal-luxury cars.
5Y83ZL26770
8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 83 Thunderbird
Engine Code Z 8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V)
Serial Number 26770 Production #26770

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 C.I. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4470
Height52.5
Width77.3
Length205.4
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Wheelbase113.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)