1966 Chrysler 300 Convertible
The Chrysler 300 represented performance luxury with the powerful 440 CID V8 standard. Competed with Buick Wildcat and Oldsmobile Starfire in the luxury performance segment.
CM27G63298595
383 CID V8 (270 HP)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Jefferson Plant, Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chrysler 300
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | C | Chrysler |
| Class Code | M | Medium |
| Body Style Code | 27 | Convertible |
| Engine CID Code | G | 383 CID V8 |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | 3 | Jefferson Plant, Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 298595 | Unit #298595 |
Basic Information
MakeChrysler
Model300
Year1966
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID V8 (270 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower270 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantJefferson Plant, Detroit, MI
Plant Code3
Pattern SourceChrysler
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production2500
Weight4015
Wheelbase124
Length221.9
Front Tread62
Height55.5
Rear Tread61..7
Width79.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission6
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.23
Steering GearWorm & ball nut
1st Gear Ratio2.55
Reverse Ratio3.34
2nd Gear Ratio1.49
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent torsion bar
Tire Size8.55 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity25
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
CoolingWater pump, 17 Quarts
RadiatorTube and spacer
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypePremium
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, Power antenna, Power brakes, Power seats, Power steering, Power vent windows, Power windows, Air conditioning, Torque Flite Eight automatic transmission, Speed control device
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Crystal Blue, Daffodil Yellow, Desert Beige, Formal Black, Frost Turquoise, Haze Green, Ivory, Lilac, Moss Gold, Persian White, Powder Blue, Regal Blue, Royal Turquoise, Ruby, Saddle Bronze, Scorch Red, Sequoia Green, Silver Mist, Spanish Red, Spice Gold, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$3936.00
Other
B&s 4 1/4 & 3 3/8
Body
Doors2
Body and chassis specifications are from period Chrysler data for this model. The exact engine is decoded from the VIN (position 4), shown separately, so the representative engine figures from the period data sheet are omitted here to avoid contradicting the VIN.