This Pontiac Catalina got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1966 Pontiac Catalina sedan was built in Arlington, Texas, and sold new in Oklahoma, and it is powered by a 389ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The seller acquired the car in 2013 and exported it out of the US in 2014, and subsequent refurbishment work in 2014 included a repaint in dark blue and an interior refresh using blue vinyl upholstery. The car was fitted with Canadian-style Parisienne badging during the refurbishment, and additional equipment includes air conditioning, a push-button AM radio, quad headlights, chrome bumpers, and 14″ wheels with faux knock-off hubcaps. This Catalina sedan was imported back to the US in 2022 and is now offered with manufacturer’s literature, refurbishment photos, its Protect-O-Plate, and a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

The exterior was originally finished in Mission Beige (VV) and was refinished in dark blue during the refurbishment in 2014. Features include chrome bumpers, bright trim, quad headlights, rear fender skirts, and Parisienne badging.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

Steel 14″ wheels wear faux knock-off covers and 215/75 Hankook Optimo thin-whitewall tires. Stopping power is supplied by four-wheel drum brakes. The seller states the upper control arm bushings and shocks have been recently replaced.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

The interior features front and rear bench seats trimmed in blue vinyl with a matching dash pad and door panels. Equipment includes lap belts, air conditioning, a locking glovebox, and a push-button AM radio.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

The two-spoke steering wheel fronts a horizontal 120-mph speedometer and auxiliary gauges for fuel level, voltage, and an analog clock. The five-digit odometer reads 58k miles, approximately 1,500 of which were added by the seller. Total mileage is unknown.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

The 389ci V8 was factory equipped with a two-barrel carburetor, and was factory rated at 256 horsepower and 388 lb-ft of torque. Recent service reportedly included a replacement battery, spark plugs, and an oil change.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission. The transmission fluid was recently serviced and the transmission gasket and muffler were replaced according to the seller.

1966 Pontiac Catalina

Decoding the data plate provides the following information:

  • 12D – Built in the fourth week of December
  • 66-25269 – 1966 Catalina four-door sedan
  • BT02122 – Factory production sequence, Arlington, Texas, plant
  • 505 – Fawn upholstery
  • VV– Mission Beige paint

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $9,600 by Abo_daqah
Auction Ended October 5, 2022 at 12:07PM PT
Bids 34
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BaT Essentials

Seller: gildou1111
Location: Farmers Branch, Texas 75229
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 252696R109639
  • 58k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 389ci V8
  • Three-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Dark Blue Paint
  • Blue Vinyl Upholstery
  • 14" Wheels w/Covers
  • Chrome Bumpers
  • Quad Headlights
  • Air Conditioning
  • Push-Button AM Radio
  • Parisienne Badging
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Protect-O-Plate
  • Refurbishment Photos
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #86438