Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this two-owner 1966 Imperial Crown four-door hardtop. It is powered by a 440cid V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Features include power windows and locks, tilt steering column, vintage-look AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo, power radio antenna, air conditioning, rear defroster, and dual-circuit power brake system. Finished in beige over a black leather interior, this Imperial comes with service records, the original radio, and a clear title.
The paint on the reportedly rust-free body is currently a 15-year-old beige hue but originally was code 331 Dove Tan. Features include dual fender-mounted side-view mirrors, rocker and wheel well moldings, and unique left-hand license plate placement.
A set of 15-inch steel wheels with wheel covers is wrapped in 255/70 Eldorado Legend radial whitewalls.
The cabin is furnished in black leather seats with the front featuring two armchairs. Claro Walnut wood trim is used on the dashboard and door panels. Features include power windows and locks, power steering, R-134a-compatible air conditioning, vintage-look AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo, and rear defroster.
The instrument panel consists of a 120-mph speedometer and gauges for the fuel level, alternator, temperature, and oil pressure. The odometer effectively reads 116,024 miles.
Power is provided by a 440 V8 backed by a TorqueFlite automatic. Engine bay features include an updated dual-circuit power brake master cylinder. The cruise control accelerator rod has been removed, rendering the factory system inoperable.
This Imperial was factory-equipped with a torsion-bar independent front suspension and solid rear-drive axle. Braking is provided by power drums.
The auction for this 1966 Imperial Crown four-door hardtop ends Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:15 a.m. (PDT).
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I had a 66 Imperial Crown, it was silver metallic with silver cloth and black trim seats. 66 was the first year for the 440, an excellent engine. These cars are gorgeous, comfortable and very powerful. Leave it to Chrysler to come up with the unique headlights under glass. The 64 through 66 are the best looking Imperials of all time. I sure wish I still had mine
The Incomparable Imperial! Another great classic now Gone with the Wind.
I really love the looks of the 64 through 66 Imperials. The 64s have the split grill and large chrome bezels surrounding the headlights. The taillights have the back-up lights included in the taillights. Then Chrysler moved them into the lower bumper, that made the taillights a little larger. Also, the 64s were the famous Chrysler Corporation’s push button drive. That’s to bad, I liked the push buttons. They were a Chrysler Corporation icon. I love the sound they make when the buttons are depressed. Chrysler gave the reason that in their customer surveys the public preferred a shift lever attached to the steering column. But I have a hard time believing that. I’m guessing it was a manfactering cost-cutting measure. The Chrysler Corporation was beginning to have financial issues during the mid-60s and needed cut costs. Being a luxury car, the Imperial directly competed with Cadillac and Lincoln. Cadillac was always the sales leader, although of the Big Three. There was a time in history when that was true, and justified but by the time the late 60s rolled around I believe that was no longer the case. People bought Cadillacs because of their past reputation. Lincoln and Imperial were every bit the luxury cars that Cadillac was. In fact, Lincoln and Imperial were actually better cars. That was too bad. Especially when the mid-70s rolled around. I also know that it was an emotional decision. The Cadillacs of the mid-70s were just big and boring. Chrysler had a way of looking up at you when you looked at them head-on. The 65 and 66 Imperials have a cute and modest why of looking back you when you looked at them.