1966 Chevrolet Malibu 2-Dr. Convertible
The six-cylinder Malibu convertible offered upscale mid-size open-air style at an accessible price.
135676K176536
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Kansas City, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chevrolet Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 3567 | Malibu |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, MO |
| Serial Number | 176536 | Unit #176536 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower275 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
350 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower350 HP @ 5200 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
This VIN decodes to a Chevelle Malibu series — not a Super Sport (SS). The SS used a distinct series code, so SS is not implied by this VIN; any SS-level engines listed were options available across the Chevelle line.
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke9.125 inches
Cylinders6
Compression8.5
Horsepower120@4400
Torque177@2400
Rated HP30.46
Displacement194.37
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production52300
Weight3030
Length196.9
Height52.9
Wheelbase115
Rear Tread58
Width75
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.95
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size6.95 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling12 Quarts, Water pump
RadiatorTube and center
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Power antenna, Power brakes, Power seats, Speed control device, Power vent windows, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Radio, Air conditioning
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Aztec Bronze, Cameo Beige, Chateau Slate, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Lemonwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Marina Blue, Mist Blue, Regal Red, Sandlewood Tan, Tropic Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2588.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors2
Seating5
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.