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1966 Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Satellite was Plymouth's premium intermediate in 1966, featuring upgraded trim and available big-block power including the legendary 426 Street Hemi. This model served as the foundation for the upcoming GTX muscle car in 1967.
RP23G65173796
383 CID V8 (325 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code R Belvedere/Satellite
Series Code P Sport/Satellite/Barracuda
Body Style Code 23 2-Dr. Hardtop
Engine Code G 383 CID V8
Year Code 6 1966
Plant Code 5 Los Angeles, CA
Serial Number 173796 Unit #173796

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelBelvedere/Satellite
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine383 CID V8 (325 HP)
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant Code5
Pattern SourcePlymouth
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Belvedere)

Bodystyle lifespan1966 through 1967
Headroom front38.8
Headroom rear37.8
Height54.0
Legroom front42.0
Legroom rear36.5
Length200.5
Nameplate origin1951
Wheelbase116.0
Width75.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)