Ford Fairlane Parts & Accessories

Ford Fairlane Parts & Accessories

The Ford Fairlane was produced from 1955 through 1970, spanning from a full-size flagship to a compact intermediate, and it represents one of Ford's most versatile model lines. Early Fairlanes rode the full-size Thunderbird-inspired body, while the 1966 restyle introduced a sleek fastback and the legendary 427 FE big-block option for drag racers. Restorers and performance enthusiasts today need era-correct parts that fit the specific year and body style they are working on. This collection covers everything from daily-driver maintenance components to serious go-fast hardware for every Fairlane generation.

Popular Upgrades

Fairlane owners frequently pursue intake manifolds and carburetor kits for the 289, 302, and 390 FE engines, along with Edelbrock Performer and Holley 4-barrel setups that restore power and fuel economy. Doug Thorley headers and Flowmaster cat-back exhaust systems are popular for the 335 and 427 variants. Front coilover conversion kits from RideTech and classic suspension rebuild kits with polyurethane bushings address the aging geometry on intermediate-platform cars, and MSD ignition upgrades round out common performance builds.

Performance and Handling

The 1966 and later Fairlanes used the Ford intermediate platform with a front subframe, coil spring front suspension, and a multi-leaf rear setup that responds well to modern lowering springs and performance shocks. The Fairlane GT and GTA offered factory-optional 390 FE and 427 power, and the chassis was factory-rated to accept these loads, making it a solid foundation for engine swaps that fit a small-block Windsor or Cleveland with minimal modification. Larger front anti-roll bars and tubular control arms are a common pairing for drivers who autocross or tour these classics.

What engines came in the Ford Fairlane?

Ford offered a wide range of engines across Fairlane generations, from the 223 cubic-inch inline-six in early models to the 260, 289, 302, 351, 390, 427, and 428 Cobra Jet V8 options. The 427 was available in limited production for 1966 and 1967 as a factory drag-racing option, and the 428 Cobra Jet replaced it for 1968. Engine-specific fitment matters for items like motor mounts, exhaust manifolds, and intake hardware.

Will small-block Ford parts fit my Fairlane?

Yes, the 289 and 302 Windsor small-blocks share the same bellhousing pattern and motor mount spacing used in the Fairlane from 1963 onward, making many performance parts interchangeable. Headers designed for the Mustang 289 will often require minor modification to clear the Fairlane's subframe rails, so confirm platform-specific fitment when ordering. Edelbrock and Holley intake manifolds designed for the small-block Ford are generally a direct swap on Fairlane engines of the same displacement family.

Why These Parts Fit Right

Every part in this collection is cataloged to specific Fairlane years, body styles, and engine codes so you are not guessing about compatibility across the full-size and intermediate generations. Fitment charts cover both the 1955 to 1961 full-size cars and the 1962 to 1970 intermediate platform so your order is correct the first time. Fast shipping gets your restoration or performance build moving without delay.

Explore our full exhaust systems catalog for headers and cat-back kits, browse suspension components for coilovers and control arms, and check our air intake systems for carburetor and intake manifold upgrades.