1966 Buick Wildcat GS

Rare car in survivor condition- Pretty Astro Blue Poly finish with matching original interior, 465 Wildcat engine, Buick Turbine Automatic transmission.  This example is loaded with factory options and accessories including COLD FACTORY AIR CONDITIONING, power steering & brakes, power windows, tilt steering column, AM-FM radio with power antenna, tinted glass, head rests, Deluxe seat belts, Tri-volume horns, Buick “Road” wheels with red line radial tires, Front bench seat with fold-down arm rest, speed minder, remote o/s mirror, Buick logo floor mats, and door edge guards.  Car runs and drives well.

Historical internet reports:

The 1966 Buick Wildcat GS (Gran Sport) was a one-year-only performance package offered on Buick’s full-size luxury-performance car. It featured a high-output 425 cubic-inch “Nailhead” V8 engine pushing 340 horsepower, heavy-duty suspension, dual exhaust, Posi-traction limited-slip differential, and distinct GS badging. [1, 2]

Key Specifications and Options

• Engine: 425 CID (7.0L) V8 “Wildcat 465” producing 340 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque standard. [1, 2]
• Super Wildcat Upgrade: A rare dealer-installed or factory option (MZ/Y48) featuring dual four-barrel carburetors, bumping output to 360 hp. [1, 2]
• Transmission: Super Turbine 400 3-speed automatic

Total production for the 1966 Buick Wildcat Gran Sport (GS) option package was 1,244 units. This rare performance package was offered for one year only. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Breakdown by Body Style

• Convertibles: 242 units
• Sport Coupes (Hardtops): 1,002 units

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