These are standard specifications for the 1956 Ford Fairlane, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Ford-O-Matic
Chassis # M6FC215633
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Chassis # M6RC-119932
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Chassis # M6GC166664
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Chassis # M6GC135515
Engine # 292
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Chassis # M6CC139966
Chassis # P6FF327858
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Chassis # M6RC128665
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Chassis # M6KW160585
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Chassis # M6LC108231
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Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1955 - 1956 |
| Price : | $2,045-$2,500 |
| Weight : | 3148 lbs | 1427.909 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 6 | Serial Number Code 'A' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3654 cc | 223.0 cu in. | 3.7 L. |
| Power : | 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.6 in | 92 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 91 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 1-barrel carburetor | |
| Inline 6 | Serial Number Code 'A' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3654 cc | 223.0 cu in. | 3.7 L. |
| Power : | 145 BHP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.6 in | 92 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 91 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 1-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'U' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4457 cc | 272.0 cu in. | 4.5 L. |
| Power : | 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.6 in | 92 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'M' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4785 cc | 292.0 cu in. | 4.8 L. |
| Power : | 200 BHP (147.2 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'M' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4785 cc | 292.0 cu in. | 4.8 L. |
| Power : | 202 BHP (148.672 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'P' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5113 cc | 312.0 cu in. | 5.1 L. |
| Power : | 215 BHP (158.24 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.6 in | 91 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 87 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'P' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5113 cc | 312.0 cu in. | 5.1 L. |
| Power : | 225 BHP (165.6 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.6 in | 91 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 87 mm. |
| Compression : | 6.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Ford-O-Matic
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1956 : | 1,408,478 |
| Total 1956 Fairlane production : | 665,106 |
| 1956 Ford Fairlane | |
| V-8 Club Sedan 2 dr. 6 P : | 142,629 |
| V-8 Club Victoria 2 dr. 6 P : | 177,735 |
| V-8 Convertible Coupe Sunliner 2 dr. 6 P : | 58,147 |
| V-8 Crown Victoria 2 dr. 6 P : | 9,209 |
| V-8 Crown Victoria Skyliner 2 dr. 6 P : | 603 |
| V-8 Town Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 244,672 |
| V-8 Town Victoria 4 dr. 6 P : | 32,111 |
Dimension(s)
V-8 Town Sedan
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Convertible Coupe Sunliner
Chassis # M6FC215633
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Chassis # M6RC-119932
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Chassis # M6GC166664
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Chassis # M6GC135515
Engine # 292
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Chassis # M6CC139966
| Price : | $2,359 |
| Weight : | 3380 lbs | 1533.142 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Club Sedan
| Price : | $2,045 |
| Weight : | 3108 lbs | 1409.765 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Town Victoria
| Price : | $2,350 |
| Weight : | 3440 lbs | 1560.358 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Club Victoria
Chassis # P6FF327858
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| Price : | $2,295 |
| Weight : | 3345 lbs | 1517.266 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Crown Victoria
Chassis # M6RC128665
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| Price : | $2,440 |
| Weight : | 3360 lbs | 1524.07 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
V-8 Crown Victoria Skyliner
Chassis # M6KW160585
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| Price : | $2,500 |
| Weight : | 3370 lbs | 1528.606 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Town Sedan
| Price : | $2,092 |
| Weight : | 3148 lbs | 1427.909 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Club Sedan
| Price : | $2,050 |
| Weight : | 3110 lbs | 1410.672 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Town Victoria
| Price : | $2,250 |
| Weight : | 3300 lbs | 1496.855 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Club Victoria
| Price : | $2,195 |
| Weight : | 3200 lbs | 1451.496 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Crown Victoria
| Price : | $2,340 |
| Weight : | 3220 lbs | 1460.567 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Crown Victoria Skyliner
| Price : | $2,410 |
| Weight : | 3225 lbs | 1462.835 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Six Series Sunliner Convertible
Chassis # M6LC108231
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| Price : | $2,360 |
| Weight : | 3310 lbs | 1501.391 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 198.5 in | 5042 mm. |
| Width : | 75.9 in | 1928 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 115.5 in | 2934 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 6.70 x 15 4-Ply Tubeless |
1956 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $2,050 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $4,450 |
| Avg. Home : | $11,700 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.22 |
1956 Ford Fairlane FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1956 Ford Fairlane?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1956 Ford Fairlane? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane has a wheelbase size of 115.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1956 Ford Fairlane? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane has a length of 198.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1956 Ford Fairlane? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane has a width of 75.90 inches.Q: How much did the 1956 Ford Fairlane cost when new?A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane cost approximately $2,045 to $2,500 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1956 Ford Fairlane? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane was offered as a Six Series Club Sedan, Six Series Club Victoria, Six Series Crown Victoria, Six Series Crown Victoria Skyliner, Six Series Sunliner Convertible, Six Series Town Sedan, Six Series Town Victoria, V-8 Club Sedan, V-8 Club Victoria, V-8 Convertible Coupe Sunliner, V-8 Crown Victoria, V-8 Crown Victoria Skyliner, V-8 Town Sedan, V-8 Town Victoria.Q: What tires did the 1956 Ford Fairlane have? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane had 6.70 x 15 4-Ply Tubeless tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1956? A: Ford produced 1,408,478 automobiles in 1956.Q: How many 1956 Fairlanes were produced? A: Ford produced 665,106 examples of the Fairlane in 1956.Q: What engines did the 1956 Ford Fairlane have? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane had the following engine options: Inline 6 (3654 cc | 223.0 cu in. | 3.7 L.) with 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 4200 RPM Inline 6 (3654 cc | 223.0 cu in. | 3.7 L.) with 145 BHP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM V 8 (4457 cc | 272.0 cu in. | 4.5 L.) with 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 4400 RPM V 8 (4785 cc | 292.0 cu in. | 4.8 L.) with 200 BHP (147.2 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (4785 cc | 292.0 cu in. | 4.8 L.) with 202 BHP (148.672 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (5113 cc | 312.0 cu in. | 5.1 L.) with 215 BHP (158.24 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (5113 cc | 312.0 cu in. | 5.1 L.) with 225 BHP (165.6 KW) @ 4600 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1956 Ford Fairlane have? A: The 1956 Ford Fairlane had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Ford-O-Matic.
