How many 1966 Rancheros were made?
Body code 66A: 1966 there were 9,480 Standard Rancheros produced.
Body code 66B: 1966 there were 12,280 Deluxe Rancheros produced.
Body code 66D: 1966 there were 1,242 Standard Rancheros with
               Bucket seats produced.

Where is the VIN # located on a 1966 Ranchero?
The DMV VIN is located on the radiator support.
The VIN is also no the drivers door tag if the car has the original tag.

Wheelbase 113.0"
Overall length 197.5"
width 74.7"
14x5" rims with 5 on 4.5" lug spacing
GVW 4400lbs with max payload of 1250lbs for the v8
Curb weights: Close to a 50% split...  1475 Front,1450 Rear, 2925 Total

Stock the vehicle should get about 16-18mpg with no overdrive.
20 gal fuel tank

289 V-8 with 4 barrel carb & 10:1 compression ratio
225hp @ 4800rpms or 120 mph
305lb torque @ 3200rpms or 79mph

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How much is a 1966 Ranchero worth?

New a 1966 Rancher went for about $3,200.00




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