The Fairlane was part of the Ford ensemble from 1955 to 1970. From 1962 forward, it was a mid-size car and gained stacked headlights in 1966 to match the bigger Ford. The seller’s ’66 Fairlane is a GTA, meaning it was a performance car with an automatic transmission (manuals were simply called GTs). Now sporting a 4-speed and an engine upgrade, this non-running project was a barn find in Ballston Spa, New York. The seller/flipper has priced it at $7,645.75 OBO here on eBay.
New in 1966, besides the styling, were the XL, GT, and GTA models, along with a convertible for the first time as an intermediate. GT/GTAs had a 390 cubic inch V8 as standard equipment, as advertised on the hood of the seller’s car. It was a potent performer with 335 hp. According to the seller, just 4,327 of the GTA convertibles were produced in 1966, which means the number left in any condition after 60 years must be small.
The door tag identifies this Ford as a real deal GTA that was painted red when it left the factory. Remnants of that color remain, but blue was applied some years later. What’s left of the interior is black, but the front seats are MIA. The original C6 automatic transmission was swapped out for a manual at some point, so it’s more of a GT now. The factory Ford 9-inch rear end is still in place. Instead of the 390, a 429 resides under the hood now, something the seller does not mention.
We’re told the engine turns over, but that’s as far as that story goes. Some of the sheet metal is still solid, while the lower rear quarter panels will require attention. The floors are going to need some assistance, as well. The seller says the Fairlane will cooperate by rolling and steering for loading onto another trailer for its ride to a new home. Because New York State didn’t do titles before 1973, this Ford will be sold with a bill of sale. If you’re east of the Mississippi River, delivery by the seller may be possible.
I need floor photos. what year is the 429cu engine? Is there a clear title
seems like a lot of work beyond project. Once I finished it I would be old and have to sell to plan my funeral cost a. LOL
Been listed for 3 weeks, with a 1000 dollar price drop and still sitting? What’s up with that? Ton of work needed here, prolly worth what the flipper paid for it. At this stage in life, buy one that’s all done and enjoy it. I’m a dyed in the wool Ford guy, but I’m running out of time, don’t have the patience to start on this one. Good Luck to the buyer and seller.
Not a 429, look at the intake
For sure not a 429, it’s an FE motor. But which one is the question, somewhere between 332 and 428.
Excellent eye my friend, it’s a 385 family
429 Cobra Jet… Must’ve come out of a later Tbird…?
Why did Ford have a 427 a 428 and a 429 ? We’re they designed for different purposes and was anything interchangeable?
The 427 was a big bore short stroke motor with cross bolt mains designed for Hi RPM racing. The 428 was a smaller bore and longer stroke motor design more for large cars needing torque and was much cheaper to build than the 427. The 429-460 was a replacement for the long running FE series and a completely different motor.
Engine is definitely an FE! The sticker on the air cleaner means nothing. Most likely a 390 but could be one of many other FEs.
owner need to substantiate the engine and body condition
Kind of like the Z28 from a couple days ago only with a motor of some kind. You’re buying a VIN and a lot of work.
Under the Ebay listing of specs, it says it’s a 390..
Value range from 16,000.00 to 50,000.00 for #1 — so how much $$ do you have to play with? This car needs a lot!!!
Definitly an FE engine, maybe the air cleaner says 428. It could be a sweet ride if you have another 30K to throw at it
Should include the trailer to get it home for that price in this condition
IMHO, I don’t see how this has any value at all as a GTA Convertible. That left with the engine/trans and whatever else is missing.
This is probably the original engine it’s an FE type 352 or 390 maybe 427 prob not.
My sister’s boyfriend had a 427 4 spd gt fairlane ’67 I believe,with cragars it was the ice blue ,metallic blue interior , he used to race at New England dragway it was stupid fast I was about 11 I rode in it once, never forget that ride lol! :)
Flipper gonna flip, or try too. Too much for too little.
Too far gone?
That thing is beat I just looked on eBay pictures too bad