1966 MERCURY

1966 MERCURY

Full Sized Models

Model Designations:

Mercury Monterey, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Montclair, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Park Lane, 8 Cylinder

Mercury S-55, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Station Wagons, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Monterey, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Breezeway, 6 Passenger, Body # 42

Factory Price: $2,917; Shipping Weight: 3,966 Pounds

Production Total: 14,174

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 43

Factory Price: $2,783; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Pounds

Production Total: 2,487

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 44

Factory Price: $2,854; Shipping Weight: 3,903 Pounds

Production Total: 18,998

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 45

Factory Price: $3,237; Shipping Weight: 4,039 Pounds

Production Total: 3,279

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 47

Factory Price: $2,915; Shipping Weight: 3,885 Pounds

Production Total: 19,103

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 48

Factory Price: $2,990; Shipping Weight: 3,928 Pounds

Production Total: 7,647

Mercury Montclair, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54

Factory Price: $3,087; Shipping Weight: 3,921 Pounds

Production Total: 11,856

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 57

Factory Price: $3,144; Shipping Weight: 3,887 Pounds

Production Total: 11,290

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 58

Factory Price: $3,217; Shipping Weight: 3,971 Pounds

Production Total: 15,767

Mercury Park Lane, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Breezeway, 6 Passenger, Body # 62

Factory Price: $3,389; Shipping Weight: 4,051 Pounds

Production Total: 8,696

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 68

Factory Price: $3,460; Shipping Weight: 4,070 Pounds

Production Total: 19,204

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 67

Factory Price: $3,387; Shipping Weight: 3,971 Pounds

Production Total: 8,354

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65

Factory Price: $3,608; Shipping Weight: 4,148 Pounds

Production Total: 2,546

Mercury S-55, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 46

Factory Price: $3,614; Shipping Weight: 4,148 Pounds

Production Total: 669

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 49

Factory Price: $3,292; Shipping Weight: 4,031 Pounds

Production Total: 2,916

Mercury Station Wagons, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Commuter Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 72

Factory Price: $3,240; Shipping Weight: 4,280 Pounds

Production Total: 6,847

4 Door Colony Park Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 76

Factory Price: $3,502; Shipping Weight: 4,332 Pounds

Production Total: 18,894

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Passenger Cars: 123"

Station Wagons: 119"

Tire Sizes:

Passenger Cars: 8.15 X 15"

Station Wagons: 8.45 X 15"

Engine Availability by Model:

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 265 H.P. Standard on Standard Transmission Models

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 275 H.P. Standard on Automatic Transmission Models

V-8 410 Cubic Inches 330 H.P. Standard Park Lane. Optional on others.

V-8 428 Cubic Inches 345 H.P. Standard on S-55; Optional on other models

General Engine Specifications:

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 265 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 265 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 401 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 275 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 275 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 405 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 410 Cubic Inches, 330 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.050" x 3.980"

Engine Displacement: 410 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 330 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 444 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 428 Cubic Inches, 345 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.130" x 3.980"

Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.5

Horsepower: 345 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 462 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 428 Cubic Inches, 425 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.130" x 3.980"

Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.5

Horsepower: 425 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 462 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

Note: TEEC=Thermactor Exhaust Emission Control

8 Cylinder, 390, 410, & 428 Cubic Inch Engines, without TEEC:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 575 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 390, 410, & 428 Cubic Inch Engines, with TEEC:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 625 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI

Valve Specifications:

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .050"-.150"

Exhaust: .050"-.150"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 85 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .001"-.0024"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3711"-.3718"

8 Cylinder Engine, 410 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .050"-.150"

Exhaust: .050"-.150"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 85 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .001"-.0024"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3711"-.3718"

8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .050"-.150"

Exhaust: .050"-.150"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 85 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .001"-.0024"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3711"-.3718"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

8 Cylinder Engines, 410 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder, 410 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder, 428 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 45-50 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities-All Series:

With All 8 Cylinder Engines:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 20-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 20-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 25 Gallons

Station Wagons: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed Transmission: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 13 Quarts

Rear Axle:

Conventional Axle: 5-1/2 Pints

Limited Slip Differential: 5-1/4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

4" Diameter:

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 460 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 9.0 Ft. Lbs.

4-1/2" Diameter:

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Alternator: 38 Ampere (Purple)

Current Rating: 38 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.5 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts

Contact Gap: .017"-.022"

Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .010-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts

Alternator: 42 Ampere (Orange)

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts

Contact Gap: .017"-.022"

Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .010"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts

Alternator: 45 Ampere (Black)

Current Rating: 45 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts

Contact Gap: .017"-.022"

Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .010"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts

Alternator: 55 Ampere (Red)

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts

Contact Gap: .017"-.022"

Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .010"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts

Alternator: 60 Ampere (Green)

Current Rating: 60 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 4.6 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts

Contact Gap: .017"-.022"

Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .010"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission without TEEC:

Part #C6AF-A

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-K

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission without TEEC:

Part #C6AF-B

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 625 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-T

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor, Standard Transmission, with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-L

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor, Automatic Transmission, without TEEC:

Part #C6AF-D

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor, Automatic Transmission, with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-L

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 410 Cu. In. Engine with Standard Transmission, without TEEC:

Part #C6MF-A

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Dwell Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 410 Cu. In. Engine with Automatic Transmission, without TEEC:

Part #C6AF-D

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Dwell Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 410 Cu. In. Engine, with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-L

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Dwell Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 428 Cu. In. Engine, with TEEC:

Part #C6AF-L

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 428 Cu. In. Engine, without TEEC:

Part #C6AF-E

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 1.9375"

Front Drum: 1.095"

Rear: .969"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .938"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 7/8"

Brake Specifications, Station Wagons, All Series

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Drum: 1.062"

Rear: .969"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 7/8"

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Removable

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .020"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: 22-32 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 10-14 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .005"-.008"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: +1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/4 Degree

Right: + 1/4 Degree

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Mercury Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1966 Ford Motor Company Carburetor Database:

Popular Options:

AM Push Button Radio; AM-FM Pushbutton Radio; Rear Seat Speaker; Studio Sonic Rear Seat Speaker; Air Conditioning with Heater; Tinted Glass; Back-Up Lamps; ; Electric Clock; Tinted Glass; Fresh Air Heater & Defroster; Equa-Lock Differential; 4 Way Manual Seat; Padded Visors; Two-Tone Paint; Rocker Panel Molding; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Seat; Power Windows; Power Vent Windows; Front Seat Belts; Tilt Stering Wheel; Speed Control; Remote Trunk Release; Courtesy Lights; Automatic Transmission; Cornering Lights; Third Seat for Station Wagons; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; White Sidewall Tires; Windshield Washers; Wheel Covers; White Sidewall Tires, Outside Remote Control Rear View Mirror; Various Trim & Engine/Transmission Options; and much more.

1966 Mercury Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1966 Mercury line was October 1, 1965.

Total Mercury Production for the1966 model year was 343,153 including 172,727 Full Size Mercurys.

1966 Mercury Colors &Codes:

A Onyx

C Coventry Gray

F Tiffany Blue

H Sandstone

K Caspian Blue

M Polar White

P Bronze

R Olive Mist

T Cardinal Red

U Turquoise Frost

V Emberglo

X Burgundy

Y Blue Ice

2 Palaside Turquoise

4 Sheffield Siver

5 Ocean Turquoise

8 Jamaican Yellow

Promotional Models Available:

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