1966 Dodge Charger 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
The Dodge Charger debuted in 1966 as Dodge's fastback muscle car with distinctive styling and hidden headlights. Featured full-width taillights, four bucket seats, and available 426 Hemi making it an instant performance icon.
Confidence
95%
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426 Hemi V8
Engine
2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
Body
Lynch Rd, Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Dodge Charger
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | X | Charger |
| Series Code | P | Charger |
| Body Style | 29 | 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop |
| Engine Code | H | 426 Hemi V8 (425 HP) |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | 1 | Lynch Rd, Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 130718 | Unit #130718 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCharger
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine426 Hemi V8
Cylinders8
Displacement426 CID
Horsepower425 HP
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Assembly PlantLynch Rd, Detroit, MI
Plant Code1
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1966 through 1967
Headroom front37.7
Headroom rear36.5
Height53.0
Legroom front41.6
Legroom rear34.0
Length203.6
Nameplate origin1966
Wheelbase117.0
Width75.3
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)