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1966 AMC Marlin 4-Dr Sedan

The 1966 Marlin fastback was redesigned on the shorter Classic/Rebel platform for better proportions. This sporty coupe competed with Mustang and Barracuda but struggled with its distinctive styling.
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Marlin fastback with 287 CID V8 engine (198 HP)
Engine
4-Dr Sedan
Body
Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 AMC Marlin

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code A AMC
Year digit 6 1966
Plant Code B Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Transmission code S Standard Column Shift
Body type code 5 4-Dr Sedan
Model Code 7 Marlin
Series engine code T Marlin fastback with 287 CID V8 engine (198 HP)
Production Number 200001 200001

Basic Information

MakeAMC
ModelMarlin
Year1966
Body Style4-Dr Sedan
ManufacturerAmerican Motors Corporation
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

EngineMarlin fastback with 287 CID V8 engine (198 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement287 CID
Horsepower198 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2BC
Assembly PlantBrampton, Ontario, Canada
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceAMC

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1965 through 1967
Headroom front38.8
Headroom rear36.5
Height54.2
Legroom front41.0
Legroom rear36.0
Length195.0
Nameplate origin1965
Wheelbase112.0
Width74.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)