The Plymouth Belvedere doesn’t always receive the same level of hype and fanfare as some of the other Chrysler B-Body models from the sixties, such as the Road Runner or Dodge Charger. However, the coupes are still desirable and a more affordable alternative than many Mopars that have achieved an iconic status in the marketplace. This 1966 Belvedere here on Craigslist has a laundry list of positives going for it, and with an asking price of $22,900, it will certainly set you back less than many comparable offerings from the period. It’s also been a lifelong resident of Nevada and California, with San Diego being its current location, so it’s solid all the way around. T.J., thanks a lot for the tip here!
The seller seems amicable and eager to please, offering to pick up prospective buyers at the SD airport who wish to see his Beledere, and it wouldn’t surprise me if this one’s roadworthy enough to drive home. It’s equipped with a 318 engine, but the fun-factor is enhanced here with a 4-speed manual transmission. A video link is included, with the small block sounding healthy, and we also get to go for a virtual ride. The Plymouth seems to drive well and perform capably, with the seller assuring us the motor starts easily, idles smoothly, doesn’t smoke, and makes no concerning noises.
Outside, the sheet metal is stated as all original and completely rust-free. Even a close inspection of the areas prone to corrosion on these cars reveals nothing of concern, and the panels all seem to be about as straight as when the car was new. One respray in the factory color of Bronze Poly has been done, but the finish still looks beautiful, just as the seller describes. Some purists likely won’t appreciate those aftermarket wheels, but finding a set of Plymouth rollers shouldn’t be difficult if the future owner decides to switch them out.
With the strong condition of the interior, it wouldn’t surprise me if the 42,250 miles showing on the odometer are actual, though this isn’t confirmed. A few components in here are showing some minor wear, but I’m not spotting anything that would make me want to take any immediate action. Down below, the platform appears just as solid as the body, plus it’s also nice and dry under here. This one may not quite be a showpiece, but it seems like an excellent driver, and probably fairly priced for a Mopar of this vintage. What are your thoughts on this 1966 Plymouth Belvedere?
Classy looking ride. Definitely one that would be fun for Sunday drives and such.
Very nice car and i believe a fair price with a 4 speed whats not to like.
318/4sp. A great combo. Could it be had from the factory this way? An A body like that was the ultimate. Reliable, good MPG, no ugliness from your insurance agency, yet so much fun to drive.
Very clean car, if it were on the east coast, I would consider it.
The 4spd was added, you can still see the stub on the passenger side of the column where the shifter was. The 4spd is a great upgrade, the only thing not addressed was swapping out the steering column for a floorshift version. The price seems a bit agressive, but probably close enough to strike a deal. If this car still had the 3spd column shift manual it would never come close to the sellers asking price.
Steve R
Good eye, Steve R.
Steve R you are correct about the column previously having a shifter stub, but this is where the seller could have made use of it by using it for mounting a tach. This is what I did with mine when I converted from a 3-speed stick on the column to a Tremec 5-speed.
And nobody noticed the Dodge horn button or the upside down center trim on the right side – the trim that’s screwed on is easily taken from a four door – I have a spare I’d be tempted to send him. I’ll let the left side gas cap slide – it should have the same upside trim on the rightside but are hard to find…..and/or are broken….other than that and the painted bumpers it looks nice….just not over $15,000 nice….
This is a beautiful car – I would drive it for sure -once I put front seat belts in.
In and out, this is super clean!
Buy the nicest example you can find and you will eliminate 85% of future headaches.
Pass on the biggest engine, must-have fantasies and snap up a rust free classic like this one!
Sure don’t see these cars this nice very often. Nice one.
Lovely looking car.
Rust free, and with a standard trans, my kids can’t drive it.
Win-win!
The 318 in it is the older poly head ,nice car .
But came in that car from the factory…..
The thing I want to know is: Why does it have a Dodge steering wheel? Take a close look at the center cap.
That was not an uncommon error at Chrysler’s assembly plants back then, and in the ensuing forty years, no one has seen fit to correct it.
Looks ok except for the black bumpers, Black painted under hood and in the trunk. If they were in good shape they would not be painted over with black paint. Other than that not bad
Is it the lighting or just my perception that the bumpers don’t appear to be chrome? This seems like a nice vehicle with the small block and four speed being bonuses IMO. I am fine with the period correct wheels but would eventually try to fit stock items if this were my car. Alas, location and my available funds make that a not happening reality for me. Perhaps the owner has the steelies and wheel covers. I would also prefer the steering wheel to be a Plymouth brand. And at that point try to get the steering column changed to eliminate the old column mounted shifter stub that Steve R noticed. There sure are some eagle eyes out there that comment on BF vehicles. Well done.
Sweet. Seller seems forthcoming but it has obviously been “restored”, “converted” to four on the floor. If it had been on the column still it would be a ho hum. But it is nice and in reasonable DD shape. Oh I agree the black in the engine compartment is a bit much. But hey…someone cared enough to put it together.
Maybe I’m a narrow minded purist but I would have preferred to have the original column shift auto and factory wheels. These were nice clean looking years though and it’s a great color, though not sure if it’s the original.
Clean car here even if it has been converted from a three on the tree to a four on the floor. I converted my 1971 Chevelle from a three on the tree to a three on the floor back in high school 1989 and later on a few years later put a muncie 4 on the floor. The rims on this car are worth a lot of money.
It’s hard to tell if the rims are vintage or current. If they use a shank lug nut with a washer they are vintage, if the use an “acorn” style lug nut they are modern and are not valuable.
Steve R
Good info Steve.
Nice looking car, all in all. The bumpers are actually painted brown, as that color is what I see on my dumbfone. I like the wheels; at least they are period correct. The drivers door panel is in sad shape. Trunk – spare tire? Didn’t they come with a mat in there? Hopefully someone will give it the care it seems to have had, and perhaps more.