1966 Chevrolet Chevelle

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 Chevelle Production Numbers

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Chevelle 300 Series 31 - Six-Cyl
31	11	2 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,165	2,695 lbs	22,300 (rounded off)
31	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,202	2,935 lbs
Chevelle 300 Series 32 - V-8
32	11	2 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,271	3,040 lbs	5,300 (rounded off)
32	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,398	3,080 lbs
Chevelle 300 Deluxe Series 33 - Six-Cyl
33	11	2 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,239	2,910 lbs	27,100 (rounded off)
33	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,276	2,945 lbs
33	35	4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,575	3,210 lbs	Note 3
Chevelle 300 Deluxe Series 34 - V-8
34	11	2 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,345	3,060 lbs	10,500 (rounded off)
34	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,362	3,095 lbs
34	35	4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,661	3,350 lbs	Note 3
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: 412,155 Chevelles were produced 117,700 had 6-cyl and 300,500 had V-8 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

1966 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 Chevelle Engine Data

Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.

Letter Code	Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Transmission	Carburetor
AA	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AC	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AG	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AH	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AK (t)	6-194	120	177	Not Available	1 BC
AL	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AN (t)	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AR	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AS	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AT	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AU	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AV (t)	6-194	120	177	Not Available	1 BC
AW	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AX	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AY	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AZ (t)	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
BL	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
BM	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
BN	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
BO	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
CA	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
CB	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
CC	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
CD	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
DA	8-283	195	285	3-Speed Manual	2 BC
DB	8-283	195	285	4-Speed Manual	2 BC
DE	8-283	195	285	Powerglide	2 BC
DG	8-283	220	295	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
DH	8-283	220	295	Powerglide	4 BC
DI	8-283	195	285	3-Speed Manual	2 BC
DJ	8-283	195	285	Powerglide	2 BC
DK	8-283	195	285	4-Speed Manual	2 BC
DL	8-283	220	295	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
DM	8-283	220	295	Powerglide	4 BC
EA	8-327	275	355	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EB	8-327	275	355	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EC	8-327	275	355	Powerglide	4 BC
ED	8-396	325	410	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EE	8-327	275	355	Powerglide	4 BC
EF	8-396 *	360	420	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EG	8-396 #	375	415	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EH	8-396	325	410	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EJ	8-396 *	360	420	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EK	8-396	325	410	Powerglide	4 BC
EL	8-396 *	360	420	Powerglide	4 BC
EM	8-396	325	410	Powerglide	4 BC
EN	8-396 *	360	420	Powerglide	4 BC

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.

Codes - Non-Locking	Codes - Locking	Ratio	Inspection Cover
KI		2.73 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CX	CD	3.07 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CJ	CK	3.07 (metallic lining	12 Bolt
CA	CE	3.08 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CL	CM	3.08 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
CW	CF	3.31 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CN	CO	3.31 (metallic lining	12 Bolt
CB	CG	3.36 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CP	CQ	3.36 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
KJ	KH	3.55 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
KF	KG	3.55 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
	CR	3.70 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CH	CS	3.70 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
CC, CV	CI	3.73 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CT	CU	3.73 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
	KK	4.10 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
KL		4.10 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
	KM	4.56 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
KN		4.56 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt
KP	KO	4.88 (metallic lining)	12 Bolt

Manufacturer Identity
B - Buick	C - Chevrolet Buffalo
O - Oldsmobile	K - GM of Canada, St. Catharines
P - Pontiac	M - GM of Canada
G - Chevrolet Gear & Axle