1966 Dodge Charger

The first Charger joined the Dodge line-up in 1966. Based on the midsize Coronet platform, the Charger included hidden headlamps, full length tail lamps and an interior that was state of the art with four bucket seats and optional front and rear consoles. Not to mention that the rear bucket seats folded down to create a cargo area. With options that packed plenty of power the new '66 Charger could be had with a 426 Hemi, although standard was the 318. Most buyers optioned for the upgraded 363 or 383, still packing plenty of power! With instant sales success the new Charger sold 37,344 units the first year, with a base price of just over $3100.00 the Hemi option added just $1000.00 to this price and only 468 were optioned with the 426 Hemi. Engines Options and horsepower for the year included the 318 w/ 230hp, the 361 w/ 265hp, the 383 w/ 335hp and the 426 V8 Hemi with 425hp. Factory Specifications & Production

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Charger
BX2P	29	2 Dr Hardtop	$3,122	3,499 lbs	37,300

Notes: Additional Charger Information: The "HEMI" engine was installed into 468 hardtops. Chassis Specifications From 1966 to 1974, the Charger was based on the Chrysler B platform.

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Track	Rear Track	Tires
Charger	117 in	203 in	75.8 in	59.5 in	58.5	7.75 x 14

Options & Accessories

Description	Description
361-cid 2 BC V-8	Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror
383-cid 4 BC V-8	Tinted Windshield
426-cid 4 BC V-8 "HEMI"	Tinted Windows & Windshield
TorqueFlite Transmission	Retractable Seat Belts
4-Speed Manual Transmission	Transistorized Radio
Power Brakes	Trunk Compartment Light
Power Steering	Emergency Flasher
Sure Grip Differential	Parking Brake Warning Light
Heavy-Duty Suspension Package	Electric Clock
Trailer Towing Package	White Sidewall Tires
Air Conditioning	Bumper Guards
Remote Control Outside Rearview Mirror

Engine Options Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl - Right front of block, below cylinder head. Small-Block V-8 - Left front of block, below cylinder head. Big-Block V-8 - Left rear of block, near oil pan flange. Available Transmissions Interior and Exterior Paint Chips 1966 Dodge Exterior Paint Codes. The first letter or number identifies the roof or accent color. The second letter or number identifies the body color. (For example, the combination WC on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White and the body is finished in Light Blue.) Paint code plates are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing or the left fender side shield. 1966 Dodge Interior Paint Codes 1. Low Gloss Colors require 2 ounces of DuPont 4528S Flattening Compound to a pint of unreduced color. 2. Low Gloss Colors Usage - B-C-D Pillars, Rear Shelf Defroster, Outlets, Miscellaneous Mouldings, Convertible Pocket Panels, Console, Bucket Seat Tracks.