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1966 Dodge Coronet Dart GT Convertible

The Dart GT was Dodge's sporty compact offering, featuring bucket seats, console, and available 273 Commando V8 producing 235 horsepower. This performance-oriented model appealed to buyers seeking European-inspired sporty driving in an American compact package.
LP27D62642633
273 CID V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Hamtramck
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Dodge Coronet Dart GT

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code L Dart
Series Code P Coronet Dart GT
Body Style 27 Convertible
Engine Code D 273 CID V8 (180-235 HP)
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code 2 Hamtramck
Serial Number 642633 Unit #642633

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelCoronet Dart GT
Year1966
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine273 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement273 CID
Horsepower180 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantHamtramck
Plant Code2
Pattern SourceDodge
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Dart)

Bodystyle lifespan1963 through 1966
Headroom front38.2
Headroom rear37.3
Height52.7
Legroom front40.7
Legroom rear35.6
Length196.3
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase111.0
Width70.8

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)