1966 Chevrolet Caprice 4-Dr. Sedan
The 1966 Caprice debuted as Chevrolet's new luxury full-size model positioned above the Impala. It featured upscale interior appointments, unique styling touches, and competed directly with Ford's LTD.
166396L161181
8 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Caprice
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 6639 | Caprice |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | L | Los Angeles, CA |
| Serial Number | 161181 | Unit #161181 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCaprice
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower275 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
427 cu.in. V8
Horsepower385 HP @ 5200 RPM HP
Displacement427 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
427 cu.in. V8
Horsepower425 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement427 cu.in. CID
Carburetor3x2-barrel
Compression11.0:1
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
Main Bearings5
Rated HP48.05
Displacement283
Torque285@2800
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Horsepower195@4800
BlockCast alloy iron
Dimensions
Production181000
Weight3675
Front Tread62.5
Wheelbase119
Width79.6
Rear Tread62.4
Height55.4
Length213.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
1st Gear Ratio2.85
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.95
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.75 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment427 cu. in. V8 engine, Turbo Hydramatic automatic transmission, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Power antenna, Power brakes, Power seats, Power steering, Power windows, Speed control device, 396 cu. in. V8 engine, Radio, Air conditioning, Powerglide automatic transmission
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$3063.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Seating6
Doors4
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.