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1966 Mercury Montclair 2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback

The Montclair 2-door fastback hardtop showcased Mercury's sleek roofline design with upgraded trim and available performance options. With bucket seats and console available, this sporty coupe appealed to affluent performance enthusiasts.
Confidence 95%
6Z57H533813
8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.

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1966 Mercury Montclair

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code Z St. Louis, MO
Model Code 57 Montclair
Engine Code H 8 Cyl. 390 Cu. In. (2-V)
Serial Number 533813 Production #533813

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelMontclair
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop, Fastback
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

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)