1966 Malibu and 1966 Malibu Convertible Info

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1966 Chevrolet Malibu
1966 Chevy Malibu Convertible
1966 Chevrolet Malibu

The 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle promised to be leaner and hungrier than ever before. Touting new styling and a range of performance options the Chevelle remained the viable choice for many. Packed with both style and performance, the ’66 Chevelle was offered in four series, including: “SS” Super Sport 396, Malibu, Chevelle 300 Deluxe and Chevelle 300 models that included; convertibles, sport coupes and sedans, wagons, and 2 and 4-door sedans. The all new styling boasted big new looks with a broad new grille and bumper, a more raked roof line, chrome accents, and a curved side window. Two simulated scoops, which would become a SS signature, were also introduced this year. Depending on the model, most Chevelles packed a 120hp 194 Six or a 195hp 283 V8 as standard, although you could get up to 275hp with a 327 V8. Super Sport 396 models included a 325hp 396 V8 as standard, and a 360hp 396 V8 could be ordered.


1966 Chevrolet Malibu Production Numbers
Model Number-Body/Style Number-Body Type & Seating-Factory Price-Shipping Weight-Total Production

Chevelle Malibu Series 35 - Six-Cyl
35 69 4 Dr Sedan - 6P $2,352 2,960 lbs 52,300
(rounded off)
35 39 4 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P $2,458 3,035 lbs
35 17 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P $2,378 2,935 lbs
35 67 2 Dr Convertible - 6P $2,586 3,030 lbs
35 35 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P $2,651 3,651 lbs Note 3

Chevelle Malibu Series 36 - V-8
36 69 4 Dr Sedan - 6P $2,458 3,110 lbs 189,300
(rounded off)
36 39 4 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P $2,564 3,180 lbs
36 17 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P $2,484 3,075 lbs
36 67 2 Dr Convertible - 6P $2,693 3,175 lbs
36 35 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P $2,756 3,375 lbs Note 3

Chevelle Malibu SS 396 Series 38 - V-8
38 17 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P $2,776 3,375 lbs 72,272
38 67 2 Dr Convertible - 6P Not Available Not Available

Notes:

1. 412,155 Chevelles were produced
2. 117,700 had 6-cyl and 300,500 had V-8
3. Wagons Six-Cyl = 8,900 (rounded off) and V-8 = 22,000 (rounded off)

Chassis Data
Model Wheelbase Overall Length Width Front Tread Rear Tread Tires
Chevelle 115 in 197 in 74.6 in 58 in 58 in 6.95 x 14
Chevelle Station Wagon 115 in 197.6 in 74.6 in 58 in 58 in 7.35 x 14
Chevelle SS 396 115 in 197 in 74.6 in 58 in 58 in 7.75 x 14

VIN Numbers
Serial Numbers were stamped on a plate on the left front door hinge pillar (center pillar on Corvair). The Fisher Body number plate on the right-hand side of the cowl gives additional information such as the body style number, the production sequence number, the trim (upholstery) number code and the paint number code.

First Symbol - Manufacturer
1 = Chevrolet

Second & Third Symbol - Series
01 = Corvair 500 six-cylinder 33 = Chevelle 300 Deluxe/Std. El Camino six-cylinder
05 = Corvair Monza six-cylinder 34 = Chevelle 300 Deluxe/Std. El Camino V-8
07 = Corvair Corsa six-cylinder 35 = Chevelle Malibu/Custom El Camino six-cylinder
11 = Chevy II 100 four-cylinder 36 = Chevelle Malibu/Custom El Camino V-8
R12 = Corvir Forward Control six-cylinder 37 = Chevelle Concours six-cylinder
13 = Chevy II 100 six-cylinder 38 = Chevelle Concours/Super Sport V-8
14 = Chevy II 100 V-8 53 = Biscayne six-cylinder
15 = Chevy II Nova exc. Super Sport six-cylinder 54 = Biscayne V-8
16 = Chevy II Nova exc. Super Sport V-8 55 = Bel Air six cylinder
17 = Chevy II Nova Super Sport 56 = Bel Air V-8
18 = Chevy II Nova Super Sport 63 = Impala six-cylinder
23 = Camaro six-cylinder 64 = Impala V-8
24 = Camaro V-8 66 = Caprice
25 = Deluxe Camaro six-cylinder 67 = Impala Super Sport six-cylinder
26 = Deluxe Camaro V-8 68 = Impala Super Sport V-8
31 = Chevelle 300 six-cylinder 94 = Corvette
32 = Chevelle 300 V-8

Fourth & Fifth Symbol - Body Style
11 = two-door sedan 39 = four-door hardtop or sport sedan
15 = two-door station wagon 6p 45 = four-door station wagon 9p
17 = two-door hardtop 47 = two-door hardtop
27 = two-door sedan 67 = convertible
35 = four-door station wagon 6p 69 = four-door sedan
37 = two-door hardtop or sport coupe 87 = two-door hardtop

Sixth Symbol - Last Digit Of The Model Year
6 = 1966
Seventh Symbol - Assembly Plant
(A) Atlanta, Georgia (P) Pontiac, Michigan
(B) Baltimore, Maryland (R) Arlington, Texas
(C) Southgate, California (S) St. Louis, Missouri
(D) Doraville, Wisconsin (T) Tarrytown, New York
(F) Flint, Michigan (U) Lordstown, Ohio
(G) Framingham, Massachusetts (W) Willow Run, Michigan
(J) Janesville, Wisconsin (Y) Wilmington, Delaware
(K) Kansas City, Missouri (Z) Fremont, California
(L) Los Angeles, California (1) Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
(N) Norwood, Ohio (2) St. Therese, Quebec, Canada

Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence
Started at 100001

1966 Chevrolet Malibu Options
Description Description
220-hp V-8 Power Brakes
275-hp V-8 Power Steering
325-hp V-8 Power Windows
350-hp V-8 Cruise & Speed Control
360-hp V-8 Vinyl Roof
375-hp V-8 Power Front Seats
Dual Exhaust Astro Bucket Seats
3-Speed Manual (Heavy-Duty) Four-Season Air Conditioning
Powerglide Transmission Comfort & Convenience Group
4-Speed Manual (wide-ratio) Tinted Windows (all glass)
4-Speed Manual (close-ratio) Tinted Windshield
Positraction Rear Axle Front Bumper Guards
Sintered Metal Brake Linings Rear Bumper Guards
Superlift Rear Air Shocks Instrument Panel Gauges
Heavy-Duty Front & Rear Suspension Comfortilt Steering Wheel
Center Console AM Push-Button Radio
Tachometer AM/FM Push-Button Radio
Hazard Lights Rear Seat Speaker

1966 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Data