1962 Ford Fairlane

The 1962 Ford Fairlane represents a significant entry for Ford into the intermediate-sized car market. This model offered a variety of engine options, including an inline 6 (3.7 L producing 138 BHP) and several V8 configurations such as the 221 CID (145 BHP), 292 CID (170 BHP), 352 CID (220 BHP), and the powerful 390 CID engine generating 300 BHP. Transmission choices included a 3-speed manual and a 2-speed automatic Ford-O-Matic. The Fairlane was available in multiple body styles, including the 500 Sedan, 500 Sport Coupe, and Two-Door Sedan variants, featuring a wheelbase of 115.50 inches and an overall length of 197.60 inches. Weighing approximately 2,806 lbs, it catered to a price range of $2,155 to $2,505 at launch. Notably, 1962 marked the debut of Ford’s small-block Windsor V8 engine, contributing to a production total of 297,116 units for the year.