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1966 Dodge Polara 2-Door Hardtop
Dodge Polara
1966 (Fourth Generation: 1965-1968) · sedan / hardtop / muscle car candidate
Rarity Score
6/10 - Uncommon; while mass-produced, 1966 2-door hardtops are increasingly rare to find outside of private collections
Spot Difficulty
9/10 - Extremely difficult to see on the road; primarily found in salvage yards (as seen here) or specialized classic car shows
Engine & Performance
Engine: Missing; originally equipped with a 383 cu in (6.3L) V8 or 440 cu in (7.2L) V8, approx. 270-350 hp
Transmission & Drivetrain: Missing; likely originally a 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic or 4-speed manual, RWD
Performance: Original 0-60: ~7-9 seconds; Top speed: ~120 mph; Curb weight: ~3,900 lbs; Currently non-operational (parts car)
Exterior
Dark green with heavy patina and surface rust; 2-door hardtop body style; front end completely disassembled; missing hood, fenders, and front grille assembly; shattered windshield
Interior Features
Stripped/dilapidated; expected black vinyl bench or bucket seats; basic 60s Mopar dashboard with horizontal speedometer; currently used for storage of miscellaneous parts
Condition Assessment
Poor - Salvage/Parts Car; heavily cannibalized, missing major powertrain and body components, severe weathering
Condition Issues: Missing entire front clip (hood, fenders, grille); engine and transmission removed; smashed glass; heavy surface oxidation; missing lights and trim
Estimated Mileage: Unknown; likely exceeds 100,000 based on age and scrapyard status
Historical Significance
The Polara was Dodge's full-size offering on the C-body platform, representing a period of 'slab-sided' design that defined mid-60s American luxury and power
Notable Features
Pillarless 2-door hardtop roofline; distinct 'C' pillar shape; original factory green paint remnants; remains of chrome rear bumper
Production Numbers
Approximately 15,000 - 18,000 for the 2-door hardtop Polara trim in 1966
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $500 - $1,200 (Scrap or parts value only)
Auction Estimate: $200 - $800 (Likely sold for parts or at a local estate/yard auction)
Maintenance Recommendations
Full frame-off restoration required or continue use as a donor for other C-body Mopar projects
Fun Facts
1. The 1966 model year saw a redesign of the taillights into a larger rectangular shape. 2. Polaras were frequently used as high-speed police interceptors in the 1960s. 3. The name 'Polara' was inspired by the Polaris star, capitalizing on the Space Age naming trend of the era.
Identified on: 6/24/2026
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