Vehicle Description
Today, Dodge is known for its legendary street racing machines. In
the 1960s, the name of the game was the same. Dodge's famous
Coronet brings to mind images of big performance and killer
styling. This 1966 Dodge Coronet 500 is no exception, with
big-block horses running inside its engine bay and its dramatic
bodylines and hood scoops. Powered by a Mopar 440 C.I. V8 breathing
through a high-rise intake and 4-barrel carburetor, this '66 Dodge
packs plenty of punch under the hood. Torque is put to the pavement
through a 3-speed automatic transmission with a Hurst "T-Grip"
shifter, shifting smoothly and seamlessly. The exterior is covered
in an absolutely stunning "Bright Red" paintjob, reflecting like a
mirror in the sun after being buffed to a brilliant shine. It makes
the laser-straight bodylines of this Coronet really stand out, and
the chrome brightwork looks absolutely fantastic laid out against
that bright red paint. In addition, the floors, frame rails, trunk,
and jambs are all rock-solid and in great shape! Opening the twin
doors reveals a beautifully-matching red vinyl interior, complete
with comfy patterned bucket seats and a full center console.
Options on this mean '66 Dodge include power steering, aluminum
heads, an aluminum radiator, MSD ignition, Hedman aftermarket
headers, a high-rise intake manifold, a Hurst "T-Grip" shifter,
factory gauges, an aftermarket SunPro tachometer, an aftermarket
Mopar steering wheel, an original AM radio, under-dash aux. gauges,
a heater, an updated AMFM/CD stereo, aftermarket rear speakers,
vent windows, hood scoops, and an aggressive-sounding Thrush dual
exhaust system. The car rides on a sleek set of 15" Magnum 500
wheels over B.F. Goodrich RWL tires for a look that recalls the
glory days of '60s performance! Turn the key and that 440 V8 starts
right up, and rest assured, this '66 Cornet is fast, fun, and a joy
to drive. It can't wait to light up its rear tires, and it won't be
on the showroom floor for long! We want to make sure you're behind
the wheel when it goes.
VIN and Fender Tag decode as follows:
VIN- WP23E67272420
W: Dodge Coronet
P: "500" Series
23: 2-door hardtop coupe
E: 361 C.I. V8
6: 1966 model year
7: St. Louis, Missouri Chrysler Corp. Assembly Plant, U.S.A.
272420: Serial number
