1966 Buick Skylark V-8 / Sportwagon Custom Sport Coupe, 2-Door, Pillar Post
Series code 44 served dual duty for both the Skylark V-8 coupe/sedan and the upscale Sportwagon Custom wagon. Both variants featured the new 340 CID V-8 with premium trim appointments.
444076H101555
V8
Engine
Sport Coupe, 2-Door, Pillar Post
Body
Flint, MI
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Buick Skylark V-8 / Sportwagon Custom
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 4 | Buick |
| Series Code | 44 | Skylark V-8 / Sportwagon Custom |
| Body Style Code | 07 | Sport Coupe, 2-Door, Pillar Post |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | H | Flint, MI |
| Serial Number | 101555 | Unit #101555 |
Basic Information
MakeBuick
ModelSkylark V-8 / Sportwagon Custom
Year1966
Body StyleSport Coupe, 2-Door, Pillar Post
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraClassic Era
Available Engine Options
Engine cannot be determined from VIN alone. Available engines for 1966 Buick:
Engine
6-cyl, 225 CID, 160 HP, 9.0:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower160 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.0:1
Engine
6-cyl, 225 CID, 7.6:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
HorsepowerNA HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression7.6:1
Engine
8-cyl, 300 CID, 210 HP, 9.0:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower210 HP
Displacement300 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.0:1
Engine
8-cyl, 300 CID, 7.6:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
HorsepowerNA HP
Displacement300 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression7.6:1
Engine
8-cyl, 340 CID, 260 HP, 10.25:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower260 HP
Displacement340 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
8-cyl, 340 CID, 7.6:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
HorsepowerNA HP
Displacement340 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression7.6:1
Engine
8-cyl, 340 CID, 220 HP, 9.0:1 compression, 2-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower220 HP
Displacement340 CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.0:1
Engine
8-cyl, 340 CID, 260 HP, 10.25:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower260 HP
Displacement340 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
8-cyl, 400 CID, 325 HP, 10.25:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower325 HP
Displacement400 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
8-cyl, 401 CID, 325 HP, 10.25:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower325 HP
Displacement401 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
8-cyl, 401 CID, 8.75:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
HorsepowerNA HP
Displacement401 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression8.75:1
Engine
8-cyl, 425 CID, 340 HP, 10.25:1 compression, 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower340 HP
Displacement425 CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
8-cyl, 425 CID, 360 HP, 10.25:1 compression, dual 4-barrel carb, M/A
Horsepower360 HP
Displacement425 CID
Carburetordual 4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
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.)
Original Specifications
Width80
Wheelbase119
Height56.7
Length209.8
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3018.00
No. Produced
23570
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
80
in.
Height
56.7
in.
Length
209.8
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Torque
203@2200
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Mechanical
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
Single downdraft
Brake Horsepower
138@4200
hp
Rated Horsepower
31.54
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
15 Quarts
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Radiator
Tube and corrugated fin & core
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
8.00 x 14
Series
Station Wagon 6
Origin
United States
Model Year
1964
Make
Ford
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
71E
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Fuel
21
gal.
Rear Differential
5
pt.
Transmission
3
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Carburetor
Own
Cylinders
6
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Displacement
223.51
cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std
8.4
:1
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Front Tread
61
in.
Rear Tread
60
in.
Wheelbase
119
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.5
:1
Clutch Size
10.4 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.26
:1
2nd
1.84
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.35
:1
B
&s 3 5/8 & 3 39/64
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.