LOT 104
1966 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Chassis no. C1446Z178094
Sold for US$28,560 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 104
1966 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
The Audrain Auction|3 October 2025, 16:00 EDT|Newport, Rhode Island, International Tennis Hall of Fame
1966 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
Chassis no. C1446Z178094
Chassis no. C1446Z178094
250ci Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Single Barrel Carburetor
155bhp at 4,200 rpm
3-Speed Manual Column Shift "three on the tree"
Independent Front Suspension with a Coil-Sprung Rear Axle
Four Wheel Drum Brakes
*Last year of the first-gen C/K body style
*Final year with wraparound windshield
*Classic horizontal grille bar design, exclusive to the 1966 model
*Improved suspension over earlier models
*Optional wood bed floor
THE CHEVROLET C10
The 1966 Chevrolet C10 pickup represents the pinnacle of Chevy's first-generation C/K series (1960-1966), embodying classic American truck styling, robust engineering, and improved ride comfort that set new standards for light-duty pickups. This model year was the final one for this generation before Chevrolet introduced a new design in 1967, making the '66 C10 both a culmination and a classic.
The 1966 C10 was available in both Stepside and Fleetside bed designs, with short bed (6.5 ft) and long bed (8 ft) options. It features a one-year-only horizontal bar grille with bold "CHEVROLET" lettering, setting it apart from earlier years.
The 1966 model retained the curved wraparound windshield—a hallmark of the first generation—providing great visibility and style. The body is clean and straightforward, with subtle contours along the doors and fenders emphasizing strength and utility.
The 1966 C10 is well regarded for its smooth ride quality, thanks to its coil-spring suspension setup, which was advanced for the time. The inline-six engines, particularly the 250 CID variant, offer reliable, torquey performance suited to both daily driving and light-duty hauling. Manual steering and brakes provide an authentic, analog driving feel, while optional power assist makes longer drives or loaded hauling more comfortable.
The 1966 Chevrolet C10 pickup stands as a true icon of American truck heritage, blending durability, style, and practical features into a package that's still relevant today. Whether you're restoring one to showroom condition, building a custom resto-mod, or simply appreciating its timeless design, the '66 C10 delivers classic truck charm with proven Chevy reliability.
THE CAR OFFERED
This 1966 Chevrolet C10 pickup was acquired out of a prominent car collection in Canada, finished in dark green over a light tan interior. Equipped with the 250ci inline-6-cylinder engine and 3-speed column shift manual transmission, also known as the "three on the tree", it also dawns the optional bed floor in wood giving this classic pickup tons of nostalgia.
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