In a positive move,  disc brakes became available as standard in the GT/GTA and optional cross the entire Fairlane line. what is surprising is that this option was available in the Mustang in 1965  . . . what took them so long?

In a move that caught all enthusiasts by surprise, Ford made the standard engine in the GT/GTA the 289 CID V-8, down from the much more potent 390 CID engine – especially since the new offering was the 2-barrel 200 HP version. It makes little sense, as the 500XL already occupied this space with the only difference being that HD suspension was optional in the 500XL.

Fairlane 500 – Fairlane 500 models used the same Serial Number sequence as the Fairlane models. The Fairlane 500 was the intermediate trim level for 1967 and included all the Fairlane trim, plus special Fairlane 500 trim and moldings; Color-Keyed Carpet front and rear and a choice of four Nylon and Vinyl upholstery levels. Also included was a stamped aluminum lower body side molding which contained the Fairlane name, in block letters, at the forward edge and another aluminum stamping containing the Ford name, in block letters, located on the vertical section of the trunk lid.

Fairlane models were the 2-door Sedan, 4-door Sedan, 2-door Hardtop, Convertible, Deluxe Station Wagon, and Squire Station Wagon.

Fairlane 500XL – Fairlane 500XL models used the same Serial Number sequence as the Fairlane and Fairlane 500 models. The Fairlane 500XL was the sporty version of the Fairlane 500 Series and included all the Fairlane 500 features, plus bucket seats and console; special name plaques and exterior trim; Deluxe wheel covers and red safety lights and white courtesy lights in the lower interior door panels. The GT and GTA were part of this series and denoted by the fitment of the special 390 CID V-8 as standard.

The Fairlane 500XL was available as a 2-door Hardtop and Convertible only.

Fairlane GT & GTA – Fairlane GT & GTA models used the same Serial Number sequence as the Fairlane and Fairlane 500 models.  The GT and GTA were part of Fairlane 500 Series and denoted by the fitment of the special 390 CID V-8 as standard. It included all the Fairlane 500XL features:  bucket seats and console; special name plaques and exterior trim; Deluxe wheel covers and red safety lights and white courtesy lights in the lower interior door panels. The GT and GTA were denoted by the fitment of the special 390 CID V-8 as standard.

The Fairlane GT & GTA were available as a 2-door Hardtop and Convertible only.

289 CID 2-Barrel V-8. Optional all Fairlane Models, Standard GT and GTA. Engine Code “C” V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 289 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.05 x 2.87 inches.
Compression ratio: 9.3:1.
Horsepower: 200 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 282 @ 2400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 266 degrees, Exhaust: 256 degrees, Lift: 0.3684″. Overlap 40 degrees.
Carburetor: (Manual Transmission) Ford Autolite 2-barrel Model C7DF-9510-S; (Auto Transmission) Ford Autolite 2-barrel Model C7DF-9510-R.

390 CID 2-Barrel V-8. Engine Code “Y”. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block.  Five main bearings.
Displacement: 390 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.05 x 3.78 inches.
Compression ratio: 9.5:1.
Horsepower: 270 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 403 @ 2600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 256 degrees, Exhaust: 266 degrees, Lift:  (Intake) 0.428″ (Exhaust) 0.431″. Overlap 36 degrees.
Carburetor: Ford Autolite 2-barrel (manual transmission) Model C70F-9510-J, (automatic transmission) Model C70F-9510-U.

NOTE: Also optional on GT & GTA.

390 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – Optional GT/GTA. Engine Code “S” V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 390 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.05 x 3.78 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 320 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 427 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 270 degrees, Exhaust: 290 degrees, Lift: (intake) 0.4809″ (exhaust) 0.4896″, Overlap 46 degrees.
Carburetor: Ford Holley 4-barrel Model  C70F-9510A (manual transmission), Holley 4-barrel Model  C70F-9510B (Automatic transmission).

427 CID Drag Pack V-8. Engine Code “W”. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings – cross-bolted.
Displacement: 427 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.23 x 3.78 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.5:1.
Horsepower: 410 @ 5600 RPM.
Torque: 476 @ 3400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 324 degrees, Exhaust: 324 degrees, Lift: 0.524″ Overlap 112 degrees.
Carburetor: One Holley 4-barrel Model C70F-9510.

NOTE: It is unclear if any 410 HP cars were produced.

427 CID Super Drag Pack V-8. Engine Code “R”. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings – cross-bolted.
Displacement: 427 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.23 x 3.78 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.5:1.
Horsepower: 425 @ 6000 RPM.
Torque: 480 @ 3700 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 324 degrees, Exhaust: 324 degrees, Lift: 0.524″ Overlap 112 degrees.
Carburetors: Two  Holley 4-barrel Model C70F-9510 BC (front) and C70F-9510 BU (rear).

NOTE: Records indicate 92 Super Drag Pack cars were produced – all 2-door hardtops..

NOTE 1: Except where cited, Torque is in lb. ft.

NOTE 2: For more engine information, you may access the 1967 Fairlane AMA Specifications Sheets HERE.