This 1966 Plymouth Satellite is a rust-free, unrestored survivor that’s spent its life in California, Indiana, and most recently Wisconsin. Now offered by a private seller here on eBay, it’s a true-blue example of mid-’60s Mopar muscle, complete with factory air conditioning, a stout 383 V8, and just 44,433 miles on the odometer. The seller has been actively driving the car and says he wouldn’t hesitate to hop in and cross the country with it as-is.
The Satellite is finished in a metallic blue that still presents well, especially considering it’s likely original. The body appears remarkably clean and straight, and the seller notes excellent panel alignment—doors, hood, and deck lid all open and close properly. The underbody looks rust-free, though the trunk has some surface rust from past moisture. A replacement set of window felts is recommended, and the car comes with a matched set of rally-style wheels.
Under the hood is a 383 cubic inch B-block sourced from a 1968 car, backed by an automatic transmission. Notably, the original numbers-matching engine is included in the sale, giving the next owner an option to return the car to factory spec. The car also features power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning, though the A/C system will need a recharge. The brakes and hoses have already been refreshed.
Inside, the blue vinyl interior looks original and complete, although some typical age-related flaws are present. The radio emits only a buzz, and one of the heater control knobs is stuck. Still, the dash layout, upholstery, and trim appear serviceable for a driver-quality car. The seller mentions having videos of the car driving and idling, and is willing to assist with shipping or even deliver the car personally.
This is a great opportunity to grab a clean, straight example of a first-year Satellite with its original drivetrain included. Would you drive and enjoy it as-is, or take it all the way back to stock?
Take it out and drive it on the highways, parkways, and boulevards as intended. 👍 🏁 That 383, Torq-flite combo is an ideal cruiser.
It’s nice looking nearly 60 year old car, but there is no reason to believe it has 44,433 original miles, a picture of the speedometer should not be considered “proof”. Cars in most of California don’t deteriorate like they do in many parts of the country. Since the 1980’s until 15 years or so ago, this looked like the typical 1960’s or early-1970’s car that hadn’t been abused, they also had sellers willing to state their true mileage, which was once around the clock plus whatever the speedometer showed. Me and my friends were value shoppers, these were the kind of cars we looked at, they were plentiful and often inexpensive. The days of finding deals advertised are largely gone, though they can be found by potential buyers that are not reactive and search out leads, then follow up.
The bucket seats and console, as well as the AC (if it’s complete) are selling points. I’d be surprised if the sellers reserve is below $15,000. This looks to be a good foundation for a project that can go any direction, or driven as is if so desired.
Steve R
She drove a Plymouth Satellite, faster than the speed of light…. If a Road Runner is a thinking man’s muscle car this is a poor man’s Road Runner. Not clear though what the original engine is. Same as the replacement? I would fix the AC and ditch the radio for a new one. And drive.
No Road Runners at the time this car was made so this would be your steed with a factory 383. If you read the ad another 383 was rebuilt? and placed into it with the orginal motor still with it.
No need to fix radio,sit a Bluetooth speaker in rear seat and jam out to what ever you want on Pandora…
Current price (0915 Mountain, 1 Aug 25) is $8100, and the reserve has not been met, with 6 days left. Looks nice, but it seems like maybe you’re gonna be spending $10k, or maybe more. This is a nice driving car; it’d be very comfortable for long distances. I’d consider it, but not over about $8500. But the 383 can be stroked without adding any clue… there’s some sleeper potential here…. Maybe…
Wouldn’t be surprised to see a reserve upwards of $12k. In line with Hagerty, less devaluation for non-original engine. Do wonder about it being lifelong California Car with underside surface rust and door sill rust cancer showing. I’ve got a documented 84k-mile ’67 Belvedere II in same color but in much nicer shape than this one, and mine originated in the rust belt (PA) before relocating to Florida. 383 4-bbl high performance, original engine, but column shift and bench seats. I do like the buckets and console shift of these upscale model Satellites.
Seems like a good deal for a daily driver!
How can you say the paint presents well ? the paint on this beauty died many years ago, as for the interior, those seat trims are not original , I had a brand new ’66 Satellite and my interior seat trim was not like what is pictured on this one. All in all it doesn’t look to be too bad of a car providing it can be bought right. Mileage listed needs a “1” before the “4”.
Seats look just like the new for 1966 Mopar bucket seats that were carried over to 1967.
@ Stillrunners, The outermost rib next to the bolsters carried a design on the back rest as well as the seat bottom which these seats are lacking, both front and rear seats, a small point but unless Chrysler/Plymouth changed the seat trims mid ’66 these are not original .
What Mark said…..and I’ll add as an owner of a 1967 – this is a nice car in a rare color and does have some good options along with the rare front fender turn signal indicators. Some trim looks to be missing but not that hard to find in the rust belts.
In the picture of the tailpipe outlet it looks like the trunk floor is rotted out
Is it just coincidence that the photo of the open trunk shows a spare wheel over that spot?
Auction closed 8/7/2025 with a high bid of $9,300, did not meet reserve.
Steve R