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1966 Mercury Montclair 4-Dr. Sedan

The Montclair 4-door sedan offered enhanced comfort and styling over the Monterey with upgraded upholstery and additional luxury features. Standard equipment included power steering, automatic transmission, and deluxe wheel covers.
6Z54H559962
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Mercury Montclair

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code Z St. Louis, MO
Model Code 54 Montclair
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V)
Serial Number 559962 Production #559962

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelMontclair
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower275 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeZ
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1965 through 1966
Headroom front38.9
Headroom rear37.7
Height56.0
Legroom front41.8
Legroom rear37.7
Length220.4
Nameplate origin1955
Wheelbase123.0
Width79.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2432.00
No. Produced 72245

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3635 lbs
Width 78.7 in.
Length 210 in.
Height 55.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Series Custom 6
Type Single downdraft
Type Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower 150@4000 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (17)
Radiator Fin and tube
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Exhaust System Single
Battery 12 V
Cooling System 13 Quarts
Optional Equipment 352 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment 289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power windows
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 7.35 x 14
Make Ford
Model Year 1966
Origin United States
Model Number 54E
Body Maker Ford
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Oil 4 qt.
Rear Differential 5 pt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Own
Torque 234@2200 ft/lbs
Displacement 240 cu. in.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower 38.4 hp
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Rear Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 119 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
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.