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1966 Ford Country Squire 4-Dr., 6-Pass.

The Country Squire represented Ford's flagship station wagon with distinctive woodgrain exterior trim. Its upscale appointments and styling made it the suburban status symbol of the 1960s.
6J76A135955
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Engine
4-Dr., 6-Pass.
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Country Squire

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code J Los Angeles, CA
Model Code 76 Country Squire
Engine Code A 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Serial Number 135955 Production #135955

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelCountry Squire
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr., 6-Pass.
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (4-V) Prem.
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower225 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight4210
Width78.7
Length210
Height56.9
Wheelbase113
Rear tread58

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3182.00
No. Produced 27645

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 4210 lbs
Width 78.7 in.
Length 210 in.
Height 56.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1966
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Radiator Fin and tube
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
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
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 8.45 x 14
Series Station Wagon 6
Make Ford
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 71E
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel 25 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Type Constant mesh
Type Single downdraft
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Rear Tread 58 in.
Wheelbase 113 in.
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
Differential Hypoid
Clutch Size 9.5 inches
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 :1
2nd 1.75 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.17 :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.