*Please Read Carefully* 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 ''R-Code'' 427 Lightweight 1 of 57, will be auctioned at Mecum Kissimmee 2025 on Saturday January 18th, Lot Number S285.
*More photos showing undercarriage, date codes & parts/casting numbers coming soon*
The 1966 Ford Fairlane 427 R-Code Lightweight is a legendary muscle car, celebrated for its performance and rarity. Built to showcase Ford’s engineering prowess and continue the success of the 1964 Thunderbolt in the NHRA Super Stock, the R-Code Fairlane featured the powerful 427 cubic-inch V8 engine, capable of producing up to 425 horsepower. This engine, known for its side-oiler design, was engineered for high RPMs and extreme performance, making the Fairlane a dominant force on the drag strip.
Ford produced only 57 units of the R-Code Fairlane, making it extremely rare. The car was designed with a focus on weight reduction and performance. The interior was stripped down of options with a bench seat & radio delete. Equipped with a heavy duty Toploader 4-speed manual transmission, a 9-inch rear axle, and 3.89 gears, special front disc brakes, and manual steering, all designed to maximize its quarter-mile capabilities.
The car’s exterior was understated, with minimal badging and a functional fiberglass lift-off hood, but its performance was anything but subtle. Though some were sold as street cars, many were modified for racing, cementing the Fairlane's legacy in motorsports. Despite its short production run, the 1966 Ford Fairlane 427 R-Code remains one of the most iconic muscle cars of its era, sought after by collectors for its combination of raw power and rarity.
Here's the ORIGINAL vehicle information, from the day it left the factory:
VIN Decode 6A43R249539:
Warranty Tag:
