1965 Ford Mustang Data Explorer summary
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Body Styles (compare years, see more 1965 style information including Special Models)


Hardtop

Fastback

Convertible

In 1965, the Mustang entered its first full year of production with 559,451 units built. A brand-new model, the fastback ($2589), joined the hardtop ($2372) and convertible ($2614) models. The fastback had a larger backlight glass, a shorter trunk lid, functional fresh air vent on the B-pillar, and a folding back seat. All 1965 Mustangs were identical from the window line down and offered one of four engine options: a 120hp (200ci 6-cycle), 200hp (289ci V8), 225hp (289ci V8), and a high-performance 271hp (289ci V8).

The new sporty GT package came with the V8 engine, special GT grille with built-in fog lamps, a five-dial instrument cluster, an optional GT paint stripe, dual exhaust, and a special handling package. Luxury options included wood-grained vinyl trim, embossed bucket seat inserts, steering wheel with chrome rivets, and door armrests and courtesy lights.

In addition to these options, "Cobra Kits" were also first offered in 1965. These kits included engine chrome dress-up parts, a Cobra distributor, performance options, dual exhaust, cam kit, heavy-duty clutch, and induction kits. Ford advertised that the Mustang could be "factory-customized" to play out your alter ego or change your life.

Sales Brochures (compare years)

Production Totals (compare years)

Total VIN VCT Body Sub-Total
559,451 07 65 Hardtop 410,260
09 63 Fastback 77,079
08 76 Convertible 73,149

Paint Color Codes (compare years, large examples, paintref.com - codes, chips)

Code Sample Mfg Code
Raven Black A M1724
Honey Gold C M1736
Dynasty Green D M1625
Arcadian Blue F M1226
Caspian Blue H M1544
Champagne Beige I M1737
Rangoon Red J M1515
Silver Smoke Gray K M1621
Wimbledon White* M M1619
Tropical Turquoise O M1732
Prairie Bronze P M1738
Ivy Green R M1879
Vintage Burgundy X M1632
Silver Blue Y M1269
Poppy Red 3 M1730
Twilight Turquoise 5 M1731
Phoenician Yellow 7 M1633
Springtime Yellow 8 M1955
* Only color for the Shelby GT-350

Engine Data (compare years, see more 1965 performance information)

VIN Displacement Carb Compression Max Power (gross) Max Torque (gross)
Standard 120hp 6-cyl T 200ci 1-bbl 9.2:1 120hp 4400rpm 190ft-lb 2400rpm
Optional 200hp V8 C 289ci 2-bbl 9.3:1 200hp 4400rpm 282ft-lb 2400rpm
Optional 225hp V8 A 289ci 4-bbl 10.0:1 225hp 4800rpm 305ft-lb 3200rpm
Optional High Perf 271hp V8 K 289ci 4-bbl 10.5:1 271hp 6000rpm 312ft-lb 3400rpm

VIN Decoder (compare years)


Year: 5 = 1965
Assembler:
F = Dearborn Michigan
R = San Jose, California
T = Metuchen, New Jersey
Body:
07 = Hardtop
08 = Convertible
09 = Fastback
Engine:
T = Standard 120hp 200ci 6-Cyl
C = Optional 200hp 289ci 2V V8
A = Optional 225hp 289ci 4V V8
K = Optional High Perf 271hp 289ci V8
Unit Number: 1965 Mustangs start at
5Fx0xx 250001
5Rx0xx 125001
5Tx0xx 100001
The VIN number is found under the hood on top of the driver's side fender apron. Under the hood.

Options Available (compare years)

 200ci 1v 120hp 6-cylinder Engine
 289ci 2v 200hp V8 Engine
 289ci 4v 225hp V8 Engine
 289ci 4v 271hp HiPo (High Performance) V8 Engine
 Cruise-O-Matic Automatic Transmission (6-cyl)
 Cruise-O-Matic Automatic Transmission (V8)
 3-Speed Manual Transmission
 4-Speed Manual Transmission (6-cyl)
 4-Speed Manual Transmission (V8)
 Power Brakes
 Front Disc Brakes
 Power Steering
 Special Handling Package
 Hood Scoop (Shelby)
 Vinyl Roof
 Power Convertible Top
 Rocker Panel Moldings
 Lemans Stripes, Dual Over-the-top Racing Stripes (Shelby)
 Shelby Rocker Panel Stripes
 GT Rocker Panel Stripes
 GT Grille-Mounted Fog Lamps
 GT Dual Chrome Exhaust Trumpets thru Rear Valance
 Luggage Rack (trunk lid mounted)
 Left-hand (driver-side) Remote Mirror
 Right-hand (passenger-side) Mirror
 Backup Lights
 5-Dial Instrument Dash
 Rally-Pac Instrumentation (clock and tach pods)
 Deluxe Steering Wheel (wood)
 Padded Sun Visors
 Push Button Radio and Antenna
 Full Length Center Console
 Short Center Console (for AC)
 Air Conditioner
 Heater Delete
 Interior Decor Group (Pony Interior)
 Front Bench Seat
 Styled Steel Wheels (V8)
 Cragar Shelby Style Wheels
 14-inch Standard Wheel Covers (hub caps)
 14-inch Wire Wheel Covers (hub caps)

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