For Sale: 1966 Pontiac Tempest in Hilton, New York

Vehicle Description

Here's a special Pontiac for you. Previously part of a Pontiac Only Collection of Rare and nearly pristine Ponchos sharing the cage with the likes of GTOs, Tempests, and more of the like. This Rare and Ultra Cool Family Cruiser earned the Iconic 'GRRR' through and through with all original paint and interior. A true survivor snapshot of 1966. Stacked Headlights, Rallye Wheels, The Iconic Coke-Bottle Styling, Power Rear Window, Roof Rack, Checkered Flag Fender Mounted Engine Emblems, and AIR CONDITIONING! Yes, I said Air Conditioning. And,,, I will state another fact; It Has POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES! Solid, Solid, and very well kept vehicle. We sell and ship worldwide! Here's a tid bit of info on the 326HO Wagon. Enjoy!The 1966 Pontiac Tempest Station Wagon equipped with the 326 High Output (HO) V8 engine represents a rare and highly sought-after blend of mid-1960s family utility and muscle car performance. Positioned right underneath the legendary GTO in Pontiac's A-body intermediate lineup, an HO-equipped Tempest wagon offered a sleeper aesthetic with serious muscle credentials. The 326 HO Engine Performance Unlike the standard economy-minded 326 2-barrel V8 that pushed out 250 horsepower, the High Output variant was heavily modified for performance enthusiasts who needed a family car. Horsepower: 285 hp @ 5,000 RPM (SAE Gross) Torque: 359 lb-ft @ 3,200 RPM Fuel System: 4-barrel Rochester carburetor Compression Ratio: High-compression 10.5:1, requiring premium fuel Engine Upgrades: The HO version featured a more aggressive camshaft, unique cylinder heads, and enhanced oil galleries to support reliable high-RPM driving past 6,000 RPM. 1966 Styling and Trim Levels For the 1966 model year, GM treated the Tempest line to a major exterior facelift. The station wagon benefited from more rounded, muscular bodylines featuring the iconic "Coke-bottle" profile and stacked dual headlights flanking a split front grille. The wagon was available across the base and Tempest Custom trim levels: Base Models: Kept things simple with utilitarian rubber floor mats, minimal chrome body moldings, and small hubcaps. Custom Models: Stepped up the comfort with full carpeting, upgraded interior upholstery, extensive chrome accents along the beltline, and distinct fender badges denoting the premium V8 engine option under the hood. Layout: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) built on GM's robust body-on-frame intermediate architecture. Collectibility and Rarity Finding a factory 1966 Tempest wagon originally optioned with the 326 HO package is incredibly difficult today. Most station wagons from this era were driven hard as daily family haulers, resulting in low survival rates. A surviving example with its numbers-matching 4-barrel 326 HO engine intact is considered a highly prized collector vehicle among classic Pontiac enthusiasts. Air Conditioning, Dome Lamp, Tinted Glass, Armrests - Dual Front, Power Steering, Automatic Transmission, Single Carburetor, Am/Fm Radio, Fire Extinguisher, All-Season Tires, Roof Rack, Hard Top

Vehicle Details

  • 1966 Pontiac Tempest
  • Listing ID: CC-2114804
  • Price: $27,500
  • Location:Hilton, New York
  • Year:1966
  • Make:Pontiac
  • Model:Tempest
  • Exterior Color:Martinique Bronze
  • Interior Color:Tan
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Odometer:2988
  • Stock Number:2378
  • VIN:0000235356B141752
Listed By:
Great Lakes Classic Cars
6 Upton St
Hilton, NY 14468

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