1966 Chevrolet Bel-Air 2-Dr. Sedan
The V8 Bel Air two-door brought small-block power to Chevrolet's mid-trim full-size sedan, balancing value and performance.
156116J183780
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Bel-Air
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 5611 | Bel-Air |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | J | Unknown Plant |
| Serial Number | 183780 | Unit #183780 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelBel-Air
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Cylinders8
Rated HP48.05
Horsepower195@4800
Displacement283
Main Bearings5
Compression9.25
BlockCast alloy iron
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque285@2800
Dimensions
Production164500
Weight3445
Length213.1
Width79.6
Wheelbase119
Front Tread62.5
Rear Tread62.4
Height55.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size7.75 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Turbo Hydramatic automatic transmission, Speed control device, Power antenna, Power brakes, Power seats, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Radio, 396 cu. in. V8 engine, 427 cu. in. V8 engine
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Aztec Bronze, Cameo Beige, Chateau Slate, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Lemonwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Marina Blue, Mist Blue, Regal Red, Sandlewood Tan, Tropic Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2584.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Seating6
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.