1966 Mercury Colony Park 4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
The Colony Park represented Mercury's premium full-size wagon with simulated wood-grain paneling and luxury appointments. This upscale family hauler competed directly with Ford's Country Squire and Chevrolet's Kingswood Estate wagon.
6B76Q566339
8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
Body
Oakville Passenger
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Mercury Colony Park
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | B | Oakville Passenger |
| Model Code | 76 | Colony Park |
| Engine Code | Q | 8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V) |
| Serial Number | 566339 | Production #566339 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelColony Park
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon, 6-Pass.
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 428 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement428 CID
Horsepower345 HP
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Carburetor4 BC
Transmission** M & A
Assembly PlantOakville Passenger
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight4210
Wheelbase113
Width78.7
Length210
Height56.9
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3182.00
No. Produced
27645
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
4210
lbs
Width
78.7
in.
Length
210
in.
Height
56.9
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Model Year
1966
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Brake Horsepower
150@4000
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
13 Quarts
Radiator
Fin and tube
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single
Optional Equipment
352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Coil link
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
8.45 x 14
Series
Station Wagon 6
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
71E
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
25
gal.
Oil
4
qt.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Torque
234@2200
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
240
cu. in.
Type
Constant mesh
Type
Single downdraft
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower
38.4
hp
Main Bearings
7
Cylinders
6
Rear Tread
58
in.
Wheelbase
113
in.
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Size
9.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.99
:1
2nd
1.75
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.17
:1
B
&s 4 & 3.18
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.