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1966 Pontiac Catalina
For 1966, the Catalinas changes were very subtle. They had new plastic grilles and headlight extension caps to give a more integrated look. Also the Catalina 2+2 model became its series. They were distinguished from other Catalinas by twin tail lens taillights, "2+2" badges on the deck lid and rear fenders, vertical air slots behind the doors, and "Pontiac 421" front fender emblems.1966 Pontiac Catalina Specifications and Production
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Catalina Series 252 | |||||
252 | 69 | 4d Sedan - 6P | $2,831 | 3,785 lbs | 80,483 |
252 | 39 | 4d Hardtop - 6P | $2,968 | 3,910 lbs | 38,005 |
252 | 11 | 2d Sedan - 6P | $2,762 | 3,715 lbs | 7,925 |
252 | 37 | 2d Hardtop - 6P | $2,893 | 3,835 lbs | 79,013 |
252 | 67 | 2d Convertible - 5P | $3,219 | 3,860 lbs | 14,837 |
252 | 45 | 4d Station Wagon - 9P | $3,38? | 4,315 lbs | 12,965 |
252 | 35 | 4d Station Wagon - 6P | $3,217 | 4,250 lbs | 21,082 |
Catalina 2+2 Series 254 | |||||
254 | 37 | 2d Hardtop - 5P | $3,298 | 4,005 lbs | 6,382 Total |
254 | 67 | 2d Convertible - 5P | $3,602 | 4,030 lbs |
Model Series Identification
25269 - 4d Sedan - 6P | 25245 - 4d Station Wagon - 9P |
25239 - 4d Hardtop - 6P | 25235 - 4d Station Wagon - 6P |
25211 - 2d Sedan - 6P | 25437 - 2d Hardtop - 5P |
25237 - 2d Hardtop - 6P | 25467 - 2d Convertible - 5P |
25267 - 2d Convertible - 5P |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Catalina | 121 in | 214.8 in | 79.7 in | 63 in | 64 in | 8.25 x 14 |
2+2 | 121 in | 214.8 in | 79.7 in | 63 in | 64 in | 8.25 x 14 |
Catalina Station Wagon | 121 in | 218.1 in | 79.7 in | 63 in | 64 in | 8.55 x 14 |
1966 Pontiac Options
Description | Description |
Brougham Option (Bonneville 26239) | Tilt Steering Wheel |
Bucket Seats (Bonneville 26237, 26267) | Heavy-Duty Clutch (Catalina) |
Console | Safe-T-Track Differential |
Remote Control Deck Lid | Dual Exhaust |
Electro-Cruise & Fuel Warning | 389-cid w/ 4-Barrel & Heavy-Duty Clutch |
Tinted Glass | 389-cid/338-hp Tri-Power |
Tinted Windshield | 421-cid/338-hp 4-Barrel |
Instrument Gauge Cluster | 421-cid/356-hp Tri-Power |
Luggage Carrier (Safari) | 421-cid/376-hp Tri-Power H.O. |
Glare Proof Tilt Mirror | 389-cid w/ 2-Barrel |
Remote Control Rearview Mirror | Transistor Ignition |
Power Brakes | Transistorized Regulator |
Power Door Locks | Sports Option 2+2 Package (Catalina 25237, 25267) |
Six-Way Power Seat | White Sidewall Tires |
Power Windows | Tachometer |
Power Steering | Cordova Top |
Power Tilt Bucket Seat (driver's side) | Air Conditioning |
AM/FM Manual Radio | Cordova Top (Safari) |
Push-Button AM Radio | Ventura Trim Package (Catalina 25237, 25239, 25269) |
Manual AM Radio | Wire Wheel Discs |
Split Back Seat (Safari) | Aluminum Hubs & Drums |
Front Bucket Seats (Catalina 2537, 2567) | 3-Speed Manual Transmission |
Super-Lift Shock Absorbers | Turbo Hydra-Matic Transmission |
Heavy Duty Suspension | 4-Speed Manual Transmission |
1966 Pontiac Engine Data
Location Of Engine Code: (Six-Cyl) - On cylinder head-to-block contact surface behind oil filter pipe. (V8) - Stamped on right front side of block or beneath production engine number on machined pad on right hand bank of engine block.Letter Code | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Carburetor |
WA | 8-389 | 256 | 388 | Manual | 2 BC |
WB | 8-389 | 256 | 388 | Manual | 2 BC |
WC | 8-389 | 290 | 418 | Manual | 2 BC |
WE | 8-389 | 333 | 429 | Manual | 4 BC |
WG | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Manual | 4 BC |
WH | 8-421 | 356 | 459 | Manual | 3 - 2 BC |
WJ | 8-421 | 376 | 461 | Manual | 3 - 2 BC |
WK | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Manual | 4 BC |
XA | 8-389 | 260 | 388 | Manual | 2 BC |
XB | 8-389 | 260 | 388 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
XC | 8-389 | 293 | 418 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YA | 8-389 | 256 | 388 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YC | 8-389 | 290 | 418 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YD | 8-389 | 290 | 418 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YE | 8-389 | 325 | 429 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YF | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YH | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YJ | 8-421 | 356 | 459 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 3 - 2 BC |
YK | 8-421 | 376 | 461 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 3 - 2 BC |
YL | 8-389 | 333 | 429 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YM | 8-421 | 375 | 461 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 3 - 2 BC |
YT | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YU | 8-389 | 290 | 418 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YV | 8-389 | 290 | 418 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 2 BC |
YW | 8-389 | 325 | 429 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YX | 8-389 | 325 | 429 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
YZ | 8-421 | 338 | 459 | Turbo Hydra-Matic | 4 BC |
Transmission Codes
Transmission | Location |
Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | Stamped on servo cover on right side of transmission. |
Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | On metal tag fastened to right side of transmission case or on the left side of converter housing. |
Powerglide | Stamped on a metal tag located on the right side of the transmission. |
Super Turbine 300 (TempesTorque) | On metal tag fastened to right side of transmission case or stamped on lower servo cover. |
Jetway | On metal tag fastened to right side of transmission case or stamped on lower servo cover. |
3-Speed | Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
4-Speed | Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
Plant and Type Designation Prefix | Transmission Type |
LA | TempesTorque |
LB | TempesTorque |
MA | TempesTorque |
MB | TempesTorque |
MC | TempesTorque |
NA | TempesTorque |
PA | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PB | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PC | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PD | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PG | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PH | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
PQ | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 |
Axle Codes
Location Of Axle Codes: On flange end of axle shaft and on or near carrier.Color - Non-Locking | Color - Locking | Ratio |
UB | VB | 2.41 |
UC | VC | 2.56 |
UD | VD | 2.73 |
UE | VE | 2.93 |
UF | VF | 3.08 |
UG | VG | 3.23 |
UH | VH | 3.42 |
UJ | VJ | 3.55 |
UK | VK | 3.73 |
UM | VM | 4.11 |
1966 Pontiac Owner's Manual
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