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1965 Ford Thunderbird 2-Dr. Landau

The Thunderbird Landau offered upscale vinyl roof styling and became the most popular T-Bird variant for luxury-minded buyers.
5Y877145309
2-Dr. Landau
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 87 Thunderbird
Engine Code 7 Unknown Engine
Serial Number 877145309 Production #877145309

Basic Information

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

Engine & Details

Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4478
Height52.5
Width77.3
Length205.4
Rear tread60
Front tread61
Wheelbase113.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $4589.00
No. Produced 25474

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4478 lbs
Height 52.5 in.
Width 77.3 in.
Length 205.4 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Cylinders 8
Compression Ratio-Std 10.1 :1
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type V8 Valve-in-head
Rated Horsepower 52.41 hp
Type Cruise-O-Matic automatic
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (31)
Radiator Tubular and fin
Cooling System 19 Quarts
Battery 12 V
Cooling System Water pump
Fuel Type Premium
Exhaust System Dual
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Pushbutton 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
Series Thunderbird
Model Year 1965
Origin United States
Model Number 63B/63D
Body Maker Ford
Brake Size 11 3/32 in.
Front Size 11.875 in.
Emergency Rear service brakes
Service Power front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Oil 5 qt.
Transmission 20 pt.
Fuel 22 gal.
Rear Differential 4.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Differential Ratio 3.00 :1
Differential Hypoid
Rear Tread 60 in.
Front Tread 61 in.
Wheelbase 113.2 in.
Displacement 389.09 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Downdraft 4-barrel
Brake Horsepower 300@4600 hp
Torque 427@2800 ft/lbs
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.