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1966 Mercury Comet Caliente 2-Dr. Convertible

The Caliente convertible offered open-air motoring with Mercury's sporty compact platform and available big-block V8 performance. With power top and bucket seats, it appealed to buyers seeking style and sunshine.
6H25C502731
8 Cyl. 289 Cu. In. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Mercury Comet Caliente

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 25 Comet Caliente
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 289 Cu. In. (2-V)
Serial Number 502731 Production #502731

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelComet Caliente
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 289 Cu. In. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
Transmission** M & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Comet)

Bodystyle lifespan1966 through 1967
Headroom front38.1
Headroom rear37.3
Height55.0
Legroom front42.1
Legroom rear36.1
Length195.9
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase116.0
Width73.8

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)