Vehicle Description
1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
In 1966, 27,720 Corvettes were built and of them, 17,762 of them
were convertibles. 3,366 total cars were colored Rally Red and
7,591 of the total cars had 4-speed manual transmissions. As you
can see, Corvettes are some of the most well documented cars in
American history and have had an enthusiastic following since 1953.
The 1966 is among the favorites of the C2's, the second generation
of a model now in its eighth iteration.
For consignment, a 1966 Chevrolet Corvette convertible, 36 years
ownedby our consignor with a title verified 44,102 actual miles and
a numbers matching motor. It's been well maintained and what wasn't
restored, was replaced with N.O.S. OEM parts.
Exterior
Gleaming like a beacon, the Rally Red shines bright, and who
doesn't love a red Corvette? Described as a Coke bottle on wheels,
the C2 Vettes have lovely rising and slightly flared fenders and
the fronts are bisected by the spear shaped hood bulge while the
rear fenders flank a raised center line, elongated when the top is
down. This Vette is quite a show, and the supporting players
include the hidden headlights, the triple slotted fender vents, and
the quad tail lights. The metal work is in great condition here and
much of it has been replated, while 15-inc knock-offs wheels with
goldline tires are the perfect complement to the red body. The
newer white canvas top is in great shape and the rear window lacks
hazing. Imperfections include a touched up scratch, touched up rock
chips, and a bit of uneven filler.
Interior
Double window cranks highlight the black formed door panels with
the costar being the knob topped door actuator. Low back bucket
seats wear Al Knoch Interiors black leather covers and show minimal
wear and are backed by a black back shell with polished trim. The
black interior is interrupted by the lovely teakwood steering
wheel, then a return to black with the instrument panel with black
faced gauges and an arching display of six dials with critical
information for the driver, all in good condition. The center stack
consists of a clock, vent control knobs, radio knobs, and the
vertically mounted AM/FM radio. This thin stack allows for plenty
of legroom for the occupants where they can stretch their feet on
the black loop carpet covering the footwells and the rear cargo
area. The chrome shifter and black textured surround in the center
console is immaculate.
Drivetrain
Under the reverse opening hood we find a very clean, numbers
matching 327ci L79 V8 power plant, fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor
and rated at 350 horsepower. According to our consignor, the engine
has been completely rebuilt and also shows a restamped VIN. The
engine itself is spotless and show worthy, clean and original
looking. The 1967 Muncie M20 4-speed manual transmission behind it
sends power to a date correct 3.36 rear with Positraction. Disc
brakes are equipped on the front and rear and those brakes have
stainless steel sleeved calipers, per our consignor.
Undercarriage
More evidence of a pampered existence, the underside is super clean
and dry and barely shows signs of being driven, let alone being
old! Dual exhaust makes an immediate beeline outward to become side
pipes and are covered on the exterior by a vented and polished
dress piece. Suspension consists of coil springs in front and in
back, Corvette's complex system of a frame mounted differential,
tubular axle drive shafts, transverse strut rods, torque control
arms, and transverse leaf springs.
Drive-Ability
This is a clean and tidy interior which, with the top down,
provides it endless visibility and fun. The 327 cuber cranks to
life with a sweet side rumble and rolls onto the test loop in
style. There is power on tap and the car tracks straight and
handles well, braking is great and downshifts help slow the roll.
Attention to care and maintenance pays off again as all available
functions work as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents
that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
Little red Corvette, baby you're much too fast, yes you are! We
almost made it through this description without referencing Prince,
but there ya go. Here's a classic Corvette that is well sorted and
nicely maintained and ready for its place on center stage. Or at
least in your garage. This is an American treasure that's ready for
a new hiding place.
194676S103097
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
67-Convertible
6-1966
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
103097-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
B13-October 13th
STYLE 66 467-1966 Corvette Convertible
BODY S1001-St. Louis Body #
TRIM 402-Black Leather
PAINT 976AA-Nassau Blue
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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