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1966 427 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Type: Convertible
Trim: Big Block 427
Year: 1966
Mileage: 19,554
VIN: 194676S122234
Color: Maroon
Engine: 427 L36 390 HP
Cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Interior color: Saddle Tan
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Winter Park, Florida, United States

1966 Chevrolet Corvette Big Block 427 Additional Info:

1966 Corvette Coupe, 427-390 hp(L-36), original motor and 4 speed are numbers matching, also has factory original body/trim tag. Clock showing 19554 miles, but title shows "exempt". Code correct MarlboroMaroonpaint with Saddle Tan interior. Also has affirmation by CCAS/Al Grenning as to the legitimacy and originality of the engine block, stamp pad, and the engine stamp. Optioned with M-21, 3.70 posi, AM/FM radio, tinted glass, rallys, and 7.75x15" gold stripe tires. Retaining most of the factory correct type components including, seat belts, washer system, shifter, shielding, air cleaner, alternator, glove box door, owner's manual, sales brochure, and T-3 headlights. Paint is an older second generation that still has shine and chrome is in good shape. After market upgrades consist of AM/FM Radio with cassette player, exhaust side pipes and power steering. Documented with Grenning engine stamp affirmation, and partial owner history. Production date of May 19th, 1966 and delivered new by Weaver-Yemm Chevrolet, Galesburg, IL (dealer code 665 in zone 47) per the official NCRS/GM Shipping Data Records (SDR). Looks, runs, and drives well. Many original parts have been professionally rebuild such as the rear suspension and differential, alternator, carburetor, starter and cylinder heads. This car is not perfect but great driver condition. Has all the correct big ticket items to take to NCRS standard. Had this car for several years as part of my collection, sold my building two years ago and selling what I kept since then. A more thorough review of the car is listed below. I have tried to describe the car as accurate as possible. Thank you for looking and please remember to inspect before bidding. Vehicle is sold as-is with no warranty. Any questions: Bill at 407-451-4515. located Orlando FL.

  • Engine starts right up
  • Horn works
  • Headlights work Hi and Lo
  • Headlights rotate properly
  • Tail lights work
  • License light works
  • Brake light works
  • Windshield wipers and washer work
  • Turn indicator works
  • Gauges and Tachometer work
  • Oil pressure gauge is 80#
  • Tachometer redline is 5500 rpm
  • Antenna works
  • Radio - have original
  • Kick panel vents work
  • Reverse lock-out works
  • Clock - original, not working
  • Cigarette lighter works
  • Passenger side Courtesy light works
  • Odometer works
  • Windows roll up and down
  • Vent windows roll open
  • Glove box - opens and latches
  • Ignition key - works
  • Vin plate: 194676S122234
  • 19: Corvette
  • 467: Convertible
  • 6: 1966
  • S: Assembled St. Louis
  • 122234: Serial number
  • Paint and Trim Identification Plate
  • J04: Date Body assembled (May 4)
  • 467: Convertible
  • A-6859 A.O. Smith Built Body
  • 988: Milano Maroon
  • 420: Trim - Saddle Tan
  • Door Panels - good shape
  • Window interior surround trim - all intact
  • Door Jambs - match body color
  • Sill Plate - decent
  • Door latches - good shape
  • Weatherstripping - appropriate
  • Convertible Folding Frame - good shape
  • Convertible Top Latches - intact
  • Interior Rear View Mirror - correct
  • Sunshades decent
  • Glove Compartment - good shape
  • Tire pressure Label - intact
  • Headlight Motor Switch - good shape
  • Parking Brake Handle - good shape
  • Shifter, Knob and boot - good shape
  • Seat Belt Retainer - correct Hamill
  • Spare tire Lock and Boot - intact
  • Tires: appropriate Goodyear Power Cushion with Option TO1 Gold strip
  • Wheel Covers - good shape - correct
  • Wheel Wells - correctly blacked out - good shape
  • Engine Casting Number: 3869942 correct
  • Engine Casting Date: E 3 6(May 3, 1966) Correct
  • Engine Assembly Stamping T0517IL
  • T: Tonawanda NY - correct
  • 0517 (May 17)
  • IL: 427-L36-390 HP-Holley-Hydralic Lifters-4 Speed
  • Vin Stamping on Engine Pad: 6122234 Matches VIN Plate, 6 represents 1966

  • Cylinder Heads - 3872702 Dated: 4/26/1966 & 4/27/1966 REBUILT
  • Valve covers correct with drippers
  • Air Cleaner Cover - correct
  • Carburetor - List 3370 Dated Second week April 1966 REBUILT
  • Intake Manifold - casting 3866948, Casting date E 5 6(May 5, 1966) correct
  • Accelerator Lever - curves upward - correct
  • Distributor Shield - correct
  • Distributor Tag - 1111141 - correct
  • Exhaust Manifolds - 3880827 & 3880828
  • Alternator - 1100693 - dated: 6D28(April 28, 1966) REBUILT
  • Battery Box correct
  • Standard Master Brake Cylinder - correct
  • Steering Column, Joint & Box - correct
  • Trim Attachment to Hood - correct
  • Hood Catches - AO Smith(not painted) - correct
  • Radiator has "Harrison" stamp and measures 28", Brass and copper - correct for BB
  • Starter - 1107365 Dated: 4/12/1966 REBUILT
  • Oil Filter Canister - correct, filter recently replaced
  • Standard Transmission - Muncie 4 Speed, Casting # 3885010, Casting Date P0502(May 2) -
  • VIN: 6122234 Stamped into drivers side
  • Clutch Actuator - correct
  • Bell Housing # 3872444 - correct
  • Rear Springs - seven leaf w/ no liner between the 6 and 7 leaf - HD version
  • Differential Cover # 3871375 - correct
  • Differential Housing # 3876476N Assembled 1-19-1966 FA(3.70ratio - posi)
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar - 9/16", attached w/ two brackets - correct for BB
  • Front Stabilizer Bar - 7/8" correct for BB