1966 Chevrolet Corvette 2-Dr. Convertible
The 1966 Corvette convertible delivered open-top C2 Sting Ray style with big-block muscle newly on tap. The 427 V8 arrived for 1966 and made up to 425 hp, capping the second generation's performance.
194676S125888
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Corvette
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 9467 | Corvette |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | S | St. Louis, MO |
| Serial Number | 125888 | Unit #125888 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvette
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower350 HP @ 5800 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 6200 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
CarburetorFuel Injection
Compression11.0:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower425 HP @ 6400 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-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
CarburetorHolley
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Compression10.25
Torque350@2800
Rated HP51.2
Cylinders8
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Displacement326.73
Horsepower250@4400
Dimensions
Production17762
Weight3005
Height49.6
Length175.1
Wheelbase98
Width69.2
Rear Tread57.6
Front Tread56.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.5
Reverse Ratio2.63
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.54
Suspension
Rear SuspensionTransverse leaf springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size7.75 x 15
Brakes
Brake Drum Size11 3/4
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesPower disc
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity5
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypePremium
RadiatorCross flow
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Cooling18 Quarts, Water pump
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, 4-Speed manual transmission, Air conditioning, Speed control device, Power antenna, Front disc rear drum brakes, Power seats, Auxiliary hardtop for convertibles, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, 427 cu. in. V8 engine, Power steering
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Ermine White, Laguna Blue, Milano Maroon, Mosport Green, Nassau Blue, Rally Red, Silver Pearl, Sunfire Yellow, Trophy Blue, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$4084.00
Other
B&s 4 & 3 1/4
Body
Seating2
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.