With the popularity of station wagons seemingly on the rise in the mid-sixties, it’s a bit surprising that Chrysler only had a single offering for its 1966 lineup. However, it proved to be a good one, as the 1966 Town & Country such as this example here on Facebook Marketplace was a fine and spacious family traveler. This wagon is well-equipped and remains solid overall, so if you’re looking for something vintage to drive on vacation this summer. it’s probably worth considering. Head on over to Hickory, North Carolina, to check this one out in person, and bring along $25,000 if you’re willing to pay the full asking price. Sam61, thanks a lot for your great tip here!
This T&C is no stranger to long-distance driving, as the seller says it’s been on several extensive trips, including a jaunt from California to Maine. The wagon even made the climb to the top of Mt. Washington, and proudly wears a sticker on the rear bumper commemorating this event. The 440 is said to run well, but some leaks are mentioned, so be sure to check the dipstick periodically, as the big block also uses oil. Keeping it cool shouldn’t be a problem, as a new aluminum radiator has been installed, and no issues regarding the TorqueFlite automatic transmission are mentioned.
Originally blue, the exterior was repainted silver at some point, which works well here unless you’re a stickler for factory specs. The outside is claimed to be in excellent shape, and the panels appear to line up well for the most part, plus it’s good to see the fender skirts are still intact. A few flaws and dings are said to be present, but the seller’s assessment that the paint is driver quality seems more than fair. The only rust mentioned is in the spare tire area, so hopefully, there’s not any more hiding elsewhere.
That is one comfortable-looking interior for the period, and it’s great to find the New Yorker-style reclining passenger seat up front. Even better is the third-row seat, with everything around the interior appearing to be in nice shape. All of the components inside are stated as working, including the radio, plus the A/C is still blowing cold air. As long as you keep an eye on the oil level, this one seems road-ready, and I’d undoubtedly enjoy taking this one on a long drive to some relaxing destination. What are your thoughts on this 1966 Chrysler Town & Country station wagon?
Not sure for 25 g’s and an oil drinking problem. How much would it cost today.for a nice rebuild on a 440. While the engine is out have the tranny redone also. It does look beautiful and the emgine bay is very nice. Dig the aftermarket a/c compressor. The o.e.m. unit is probably discontinued since ages ago. 17 five would make it fly in a minute. Hope it finds a.new home
You are right, it’s really nice, but priced for perfection.
Steve R
Exactly. AND a color change.
🎵 Well I got me a car! 🎶It’s as big as a whale 🎵Ya I got me a Chrysler 🎶 It seats about twenty! 🎵 THIS Chrysler looks like it could do the job with elegance and Luxury. But it would never fit in that 🎵 LOVE SHACK🎵. Even at the price, it’s a far better buy than today’s Bloated SUVS at Bloated Prices.
That profile is a work of art. Beautiful.
Love the lines on it.
It needs engine rebuild so I would subtract that number from my offer other than that nice wagon
I’ve got the same beast in my garage … white over black interior. I bought it 30-years ago from the original owner. Interesting that mine has front bucket seats with no console or arm rest. Owner told me that he ordered it with that delete so his wife could get in the back seat to smack the kids if they needed it on long road trips!! Beautiful car but about $5K high if you ask me.
Beautiful Chrysler wagon. I would love this in my driveway. Ok… few things here… Why is the 440 color corporate blue? Not dull green? Was this engine pulled rebuilt at some point? If so why the oil issues? I am not trashing the seller. But I am a Mopar guy and know this wagon inside out. Also I wish i saw the vin number to make sure it came with a 440 not a 383. If this was closer to me in NY. I would check it out. God this is soon clean looking. $18,500 is more like it. Because of the engine issues. Good luck to the next owner. 🐻🇺🇸
Yes, the “rattle can rebuild” caught my eye, too. The correct color for a 1966 B/RB engine is turquoise, not corporate blue.
I believe he covers in the video that about 10 years ago the heads were pulled and refreshed, at least that is what he was told.
It’s an original 440 wagon. Date correct 440 and the VIN confirms. The car originally came from New York. But I bought it out of California.
Heads and valve covers are blue because the heads were redone with new valves and hardened seats by a previous owner in 2016.
To me engine issues are far cheaper and easier to deal with that body/paint and interior. Also the suspension and such underneath has all been redone.
Nice car. I applaud the seller for their forthrightness, but… how much oil does it use? A quart per hundred, or a quart per two thousand? And how big are the leaks, spots on the garage floor, or puddles? This problem might be live-able.
It varies. I’ve driven this car from California to NC and from NC to Maine and back. Thousands of miles. It could be 1/2 quart or 2 quarts after 200-250 miles.
For people who only drive around town to local shows and such they may never even see an issue. But I drive this thing long distances at high speed.
The leaks appear to be recently leaking valve cover gaskets. There may be a drip or two on the driveway. No puddles or oil slicks.
There is no smoke coming from the engine that I can see. The car has plenty of power and runs excellent.
The seller is a YouTuber – you can see this car on his channel “Obsolete Automotive”
Oh, good call. He sold a rare, green Desoto wagon on Bat within the past couple of months at no reserve and I don’t think he got what he wanted. I checked out his YouTube page at that time and it was clear that clean, vintage Chryslers like this seem to somehow find him.
Yep…..he does buy a lot of them out of state and/or on the oppisite coast. Drives them back and re-sells them. Does put some time and money into them but he might be upside down with that motor issue. Sold my C-Body Polara wagon with most of these options at the Pate swap meet a few years back – $2500….and we drove it all over too !
How long ago was a “few years back”? I haven’t seen a driver polara wagon for anywhere near that number in eons.
I am the owner. The heads and valve covers are blue because the heads were rebuilt with new valves and hardened seats in 2016 prior to my ownership. Facebook does not allow for anymore text than what’s in the ad so I can’t put all the information in. Serious buyers can always contact me and get more info/photos.
This is an original 440 wagon and the VIN confirms as such. I’ve driven this car all over the country. It uses/loses oil. Consumption of oil is varied. After 200 miles it might be nothing or it could be 2 quarts. It leaves some drips after driving due to more recent valve cover leaks but no large puddles. The engine does not smoke at all and drives excellent with plenty of power. I haven’t had time to look into the oil consumption/loss issue. I’ve just been driving it and keeping tabs on the dipstick.
The interior is nearly perfect. The A/C blows cold. The front end was rebuilt, new leaf springs, all the towing compnents installed including rear sway bar and air shocks.
Body is nearly rust free. The spare tire well has a rust hole. Has been painted the silver color over the original light blue metallic. Paint is driver quality but presents itself well.
See a full in depth video of the car on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/WYasLbKyS5A
What a nice Mopar wagon with a 440. Cruise at hwy sppeds all day with that big block. Yeah, I’d need to know how much oil it’s using too. Love the bucket seats and all the other options. $17,500 is a better price with unknown oil leaks going on.
After 200 miles of 80mph highway driving it might be 1/2 quart low or 2 quarts low. It varies. The car does not smoke or leave a haze. It has plenty of power and drives nice.
I drive my cars long distances thousands of miles. For someone who’d take this to a local show and mainly just leave it parked most of the year you may never see an issue. But I put on the miles and enjoy my cars. I just check the oil at every gas fill up.
When I was just turning 13 our neighbor to our left bought a brand new light yellow 1966 Chrysler Town and Country, and our neighbor right across the street bought a brand new white 1966 Ford Country Squire during the same week. Being a car kid I liked them both, but always thought by far the Country Squire was the better looking car!
Fun little story TJ. You must have lived in the quintessential American town of the mid 60’s. Other than one neighbor who bought a new Buick every few years, most of my neighbors bought basic sedans, often used. I too kept good track of who in the neighborhood was driving what.
What a unit! Great lead shot. Imagine cutting through the atmosphere of the left lane on the interstate. Air on or windows down this car will command attention.
If she needs an engine re-build, then just HOW many miles does this car HAVE on it? And also, some rust as well? It might be roadworthy at it sits; but, in order to have a truly RELIABLE vehicle out of this one, it needs quite a few age/wear-related pieces of costly attention. You aren’t looking at a 67,000 mile “survivor”, here. Given all that this car will COST you in worn drive-train and suspension parts, to overcome its high mileage and age, I think the price is well above where it needs to be. I would rather look for one that is sound in every way and has documented low mileage, and maybe costs a little more, then chance things with this one. You buy a car such as this to DRIVE it, and to use it as was intended originally, not just admire it in your garage or driveway, or simply to turn heads as you tool down the street.
Did you not see the part where I’ve DRIVEN this car from California to North Carolina and North Carolina to Maine and back? This car gets driven ALOT. It is VERY reliable. It never sits in a garage. Also the suspension is all new/rebuilt including the rear leaf springs, the A/C is all new and works great, TONS of work has been done to this car to make it a reliable interstate cruiser.
I would love to have this! Unfortunately, I’d have to sleep in it. my wife hates station wagons! I don’t get it, she drives a Mazda SUV. Aren’t they the same thing?😁