In 1966, 27,720 Corvettes were built and of them, 17,762 of them
were convertibles. 2,054 total cars were colored Laguna Blue 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 with a title
verified 41,071 actual miles. After some long term storage, this
car received fresh brakes, new wheels, fuel line, pump and sending
unit, as well as other parts and service to make it a drivable
car.
Exterior
Two stage Laguna Blue Metallic shines on this car like never before
and the new owner will have the choice of three configurations. You
can go with the contrasting white canvas top, leave home with the
black vinyl fiberglass hardtop, or head out with the top down and
enjoy the wind in your hair! It doesn't matter which you choose
because when you're driving a '66 Vette with side pipes, there's
simply not much that can disrupt your coolness. Fantastic chrome on
the rear split bumper reflects the dual lights in back, one red and
one white on each side. In profile, the 15-inch wheels look great
wrapped in 205/75R15 tires with a late 2024 date code and the
triple fender vent is worthy of being photographed and framed on
the merit of its singular beauty, and the same could be said about
the stinger hood and hidden headlights. Flaws include minor
imperfections in the paint, a small scratch above a rear wheel, and
a few rock chips in front.
Interior
Beautiful dark blue doors present essentially flawless with
contrasting silver hardware and trim. The bucket seats are blue as
well and other than some minor wrinkling, they are in great shape
too behind the simulated wood steering wheel. That in turn fronts a
fantastic instrument cluster in textured black plastic and silver
painted rims, while the blue dash pad cascades to the center stack
and houses a clock, vertical radio, and various knobs. Our first
touch of patina shows up on the passenger cover where the glovebox
has minor scratches. But the center console, which usually shows
wear, is in nice condition and the blue looped carpet below is
consistent with the interior as is the fully lined, clean
trunk.
Drivetrain
Big, orange, and clean is how we find the period correct 427ci V8
with a consignor stated 390 horsepower. The power plant wears new
reproduction valve covers and a rebuilt Holley 4-barrel carburetor
and Holley intake. It's mated to a MuncieM20 4-speed manual
transmission that routes power to 3.36 gears with Positraction. The
engine has newer spark plugs, the radiator was recored,
Undercarriage
While there's some patina on metal components underneath, there's
also a few that look, and are newer including the tie rods, idler
arms, ball joints, and shock absorbers. Our consignor informs us
there are new rotors and calipers on all four disc brakes, a new
master cylinder, and wheel bearings. The dual exhaust exits via
side pipes and suspension includes coil springs up front and the
complex configuration of a frame anchored differential, three link,
tubular axle drive shafts, transverse strut rods, and transverse
leaf spring on back.
Drive-Ability
The big 427 starts right up and we row the chrome knob of the
shifter into place and roll the newer tires out on the test loop.
She not only sounds great, but provides plenty of power underfoot
as the throttle responds to pressure. Super handling, great
tracking, and all those new brake components work together to stop
the car on a dime. Our consignor told us the headlights don't
rotate up and he was right! He also let us know the fuel sender is
not working and the vinyl hardtop from a '67 is missing the rear
pins to position the top. Beyond these things, all functions
operate 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.
Here is a good looking and well sorted 1966 convertible Corvette
that checks all the right boxes, from side pipes to multiple tops
to a 427 under the hood. Don't feel pressured, but take under
advisement the information that 1966 Corvettes sell very well and
very quickly here at the mall. This is a classic that's high on
many wish lists!
194676S101057
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
67-Convertible
6-1966
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
101057-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
A30-September 30th
STYLE 66 467-1966 Corvette Convertible
BODY A0058-AO Smith Body #
TRIM 418B-Dark Blue Vinyl
PAINT 978-Laguna Blue Metallic
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