1966 Chryser 300 fender tag

[MoPar~Man]

Another reader has offered some alternative decoding. Please advise if your car has one, or the other, or both, or neither of these pairs: f6: 426-Rear Seat Speaker vs 586 Fender Skirts; Q9: 429-Power Antenna vs 459 Power Vent Window. The other reader did confirm Y6 meant Black Vinyl Top. I have begun reformatting my report to accommodate the additional data on the top two lines of the '66 MoPar Body Data Plate.

Similar query sent to owner. Do you have any other insights? Y6 is seen as black vinyl top-confirmed by owner.
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See here:

66 plymouth fender tag

I would be thrilled if someone can decide this fender tag Thanks

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I've also read that Y7 would be white vinyl top.

This thread might be of interest if you're looking for more code info for 1966 in general:

1966 Windsor tag decode please

I'd like to know all the info but the engine is most important. I think its 2 dr. Hardtop, scorch red, persian white top, red cloth/vinyl I couldnt find much else but the 5 is 383? 61 for a 2 barrel engine? http://www.tpocr.com/chrybp6.html...

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[TNT440]

Another thing that points to non original parts is that my car color is XX1 Which is beige. M4X trim code which is black. The car has a dark blue carpet. There was no broadcast sheet under the back seat but when I pulled the carpet back to remove the parking brake cable there was a broadcast sheet under there and another piece of paper with symbols on it. The numbers on the broadcast sheet did not match my car so I figured it was stuck to the bottom of the carpet that was taken from another car and put in mine. After looking up the codes on the broadcast sheet it turns out it is from a 1966 Polara. It still didn't make sense because the broadcast sheet decodes as WW1, Persian White with a trim code of L4T which is tan. No Dark blue. Strange.

 

[cudamark]

Could be. I really like Y^ and will query the owner regarding the two options with different sources. What is the nature/source of your guide? Willing to share or guide me if I send my best efforts guide? Could start with any other vinyl top colors that might apply to any '66 MoPar.

Just personal research. I owned an all Mopar wrecking yard for 32 years, collected lots of build sheets and compared them to what the car had to determine what the code meant. I've compared it with a few other guides, including GG's, and most of my codes seem to jibe with them.

 

[cudamark]

Could be. I really like Y^ and will query the owner regarding the two options with different sources. What is the nature/source of your guide? Willing to share or guide me if I send my best efforts guide? Could start with any other vinyl top colors that might apply to any '66 MoPar.

Also, I have Q9 as being power antenna and L9 as being power vent windows. Maybe the OP can verify that also.

 

[TNT440]

Also, I have Q9 as being power antenna and L9 as being power vent windows. Maybe the OP can verify that also.

It does have power antenna. It does not have power vent windows.

 

[Torky]

Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

I admire, appreciate and use the '66-'67 decoder but it is focused on Dodge Chargers and is less precise on other '66 MoPars.as its author states. Looking at the tag, I see a6: Console; b5: power bucket seats-LH & RH (ref:'66 Imperial codes b4 would be LH power seat only powered); f6: rear speaker; g6: Bumper reveal moulding--I'd like you to visually the presence of a thin SS moulding that outlines the ends of the front bumper as visible in the pic below; h7: Fender mounted turn signal indicators--also visible on the pic below; p6: LH rear view mirror--remote adjustable; u1: sold car-customer ordered-expedite; AB62: 383 4-bbl engine, C5: Torqueflite tranny; K8: Power windows; Q9: Power vent windows (please confirm whether or not on your car); R2: Golden Tone AM radio-not touch tuner?);Y6: Nebulous-Does your car have black vinyl top? Rear fender skirts? Emergency flasher?. Bottom line: A16: scheduled assembly date October 16, 1965; CM23: Chrysler 300 2DHT; M4X: Black vinyl seat covers & interior; XX1: Roof & lower body color is black-and would read like this, even with vinyl top. The trailing 1 indicates a monochromatic styling. Mostly in agreement with he posted decoder. Your feedback will advance the decoding science. Your car seems to be pretty sharp. Picture thereof requested.

 

[Torky]

Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

I see we have beat on this before. I will carefully review the thread.Sorry for any repeat questions. I hope my decode was helpful on the bucket seats questions. Both powered and clad in black vinyl--and under a black vinyl top?.

 

[69CoronetRT]

I admire, appreciate and use the '66-'67 decoder but it is focused on Dodge Chargers and is less precise on other '66 MoPars.as its author states.

What was coded, when it was coded and even where it was coded on a tag varies by year, plant and during the model year. Pre 69 tags are even more plant specific than 69 and later.

What Hamtramck plant coded for Chargers may or may not be appropriate for Jefferson plant Chryslers and Imperials. Too many people keep trying to use a year, plant and model specific decoder for applications that do not fit and getting erroneous or misleading results.

Torky is doing some really good decode work specific to Chryslers and Imperials and sharing the info. The more data we can provide to him, the better his decodes and decoders.

 

[CBODY67]

A minor point, but the bumper reveal moldings are chromed, cast pot metal, not stainless steel.

I concur that the earlier model year decoders are more focused on the B-body cars, not the C-body cars per se. No, they are NOT always the same, although there can be some cross-over items.

In C-body cases, it might be better to go through the equipment lists (standard equipment for the trim level) and optional equipment list in the Dealer Order Guides at www.hamtramck-historical.com to see what is on the car and which are optional. Then the colors and interior can be looked at in the Color and Trim Guides for that model year.

Just some thoughts,
CBODY67

 

[TNT440]

I admire, appreciate and use the '66-'67 decoder but it is focused on Dodge Chargers and is less precise on other '66 MoPars.as its author states. Looking at the tag, I see a6: Console; b5: power bucket seats-LH & RH (ref:'66 Imperial codes b4 would be LH power seat only powered); f6: rear speaker; g6: Bumper reveal moulding--I'd like you to visually the presence of a thin SS moulding that outlines the ends of the front bumper as visible in the pic below; h7: Fender mounted turn signal indicators--also visible on the pic below; p6: LH rear view mirror--remote adjustable; u1: sold car-customer ordered-expedite; AB62: 383 4-bbl engine, C5: Torqueflite tranny; K8: Power windows; Q9: Power vent windows (please confirm whether or not on your car); R2: Golden Tone AM radio-not touch tuner?);Y6: Nebulous-Does your car have black vinyl top? Rear fender skirts? Emergency flasher?. Bottom line: A16: scheduled assembly date October 16, 1965; CM23: Chrysler 300 2DHT; M4X: Black vinyl seat covers & interior; XX1: Roof & lower body color is black-and would read like this, even with vinyl top. The trailing 1 indicates a monochromatic styling. Mostly in agreement with he posted decoder. Your feedback will advance the decoding science. Your car seems to be pretty sharp. Picture thereof requested.

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To answer your questions.
Seats are buckets, but not power
It has rear speakers that were installed by previous owner
It does have the bumper reveal mouldings
No power vent windows
It has LH remote mirror and right hand manual mirror
It does have a vinyl top
Lower body color is not black

 

[CBODY67]

Nice looking car. I see no factory rear speaker fader knob, so the car did not come with a rear speaker (only one on the rh side) from the factory. Added rear speakers probably for the added sound system item under the dash?

CBODY67

 

[Torky]

Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

See here:

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I've also read that Y7 would be white vinyl top.

This thread might be of interest if you're looking for more code info for 1966 in general:

http://[URL][URL]https://www.forcbo...threads/1966-windsor-tag-decode-please.75630/

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Having trouble understanding the fender tag on my 66 300. When I decoded, it indicates both bucket seats and bench seat. It also says it has a console. The car has buckets and console. The reason I am checking is because I removed the steering column and ti is scratched in a few places and looks to be blue under the black. There was no obvious indication that the steering column had been removed before, but who knows.View attachment 680393View attachment 680391

Attached is an updated report on this car. Re-reviews and editing requested. Decoder is coming along but needs support and feedback. Anyone else have a '66 Chrysler, or Imperial and some curiosity and a few minutes to advance the art and science of decoding? Dodge & Plymouth tags welcomed but my decoder is not fully loaded with their options, trims and paint codes. If so, please post or PM me pix or listing of fender codes. VIN's help but not critical.

 

[Ffranzwa]

To chime in, I have a '66 300 2 door h/t (dark blue poly and white vinyl top). Tilt/tele, reverb with rear speaker, Sentinel lights, pw, power vents, trunk and antenna. It has white vinyl bucket sests with a buddy seat in the middle and both sides are power. AM/FM push button stereo. It has a 440 4bbl (I think its a TNT?). My dad bought it in '68 with 20,000 miles and found out it had a warranty block installed, the odometer was tampered and the Certicard was missing- he was pissed! Anyway, great memories growing up in this car and looking forward to a restoration. If anyone knows who can bend some repair panels in the Kansas City area, please let me know. Our car was featured in the Mar/April '81 edition of Brute Force.

 

[Dads300]

I have a 66 300 2 door that I can submit pics of next time I am with the car. It was sold new in Shreveport Louisiana, no idea where it was built
Travis..

 

[Torky]

Thanks for hanging in there with me and for you assistance in extending my decoder to include '66 Chryslers. I re-ran your data as I have accumulated more information on '66-'68 cars. Not having the VIN, I estimated it, especially the part where the car was assembled. I chose the very common Jefferson Avenue-Detrroit. The seventh character tells the tale. If it is a 6 instead of a 3, the car would have been assembled at the Windsor, Ontario plant. If the car was assembled at the Windsor plant, we would likely see a 6 under the W-meaning built to Canadian specs. You mentioned concern over the car's front seats. I now believe b/5 means two powered bucket seats with a buddy seat between. Please confirm this as well as the presence of four deluxe seat belts.. I am familiar with the '66 and '67 Dodge Charger decoder. It works quite well for most '66 & '67 Dodge and Plymouth models. Less so for the Chryslers and Imperials due to their more extensive option lists.

 

[Dads300]

Here’s my tag. 66 300 2 door. White body with white painted roof. Black and white interior, manual buckets, buddy seat, manual windows, am radio with rear speaker and reverberator, power antennae on pass rear quarter, and A/C.
Travis..

VIN is CM23G66xxxxxx

 

[Torky]

Here’s my tag. 66 300 2 door. White body with white painted roof. Black and white interior, manual buckets, buddy seat, manual windows, am radio with rear speaker and reverberator, power antennae on pass rear quarter, and A/C.
Travis..

VIN is CM23G66xxxxxx

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Thanks for posting. I learned a few things, including d/7 must be the reverb. I read a 7 under the "h" for the usual fender-mounted turn signal lights. Report attached. Question: Does the car have tinted glass? Used to be standard with A/C and often coded in earlier years. I'm not seeing it on any A/C MoPar car. Maybe its standard. 'Nuther question: Can you confirm g/6-four deluxe seat belts? Really your Dad's 300? That would make a good story for Brute Force-quarterly 300 Club magazine. If interested, PM me.

 

[Dads300]

Thanks for posting. I learned a few things, including d/7 must be the reverb. I read a 7 under the "h" for the usual fender-mounted turn signal lights. Report attached. Question: Does the car have tinted glass? Used to be standard with A/C and often coded in earlier years. I'm not seeing it on any A/C MoPar car. Maybe its standard. 'Nuther question: Can you confirm g/6-four deluxe seat belts? Really your Dad's 300? That would make a good story for Brute Force-quarterly 300 Club magazine. If interested, PM me.

Torky, looks accurate to me. The number under the h does appear to be 7, I checked another pic that I had. It does have fender mounted indicators. I don’t think this car has tinted glass, I’d have to look at it. I like clear glass and I don’t recall it ever striking me as not clear, I’ll have to look. I have to ask, what are deluxe seatbelts? The car has front and rear seatbelts with I think chrome buckles.

Yes, the car did belong to my dad who passed away 10 years ago. He was not the original owner, he bought it in 98 or 99-ish. The car was all stock with original paint and still sporting correct size bias plies. The only thing missing was the p/s pump. The original paint was nice, but the original owner had used a spray can of red oxide primer to dot every paint chip on the car. We cleaned the primer off but no amount of scrubbing and polishing would get the red out of the white, it had soaked into the paint. Once we got the car dialed in for driver duty, my dad had the car painted at a production paint franchise and started driving it daily. He drove it every day until about 07-08 and the parked it in the garage and drove it now and then.

The original owner was a colonel in the air force who bought the car new in Shreveport Louisiana. Shortly after buying the car, he was apparently transferred to Mather AFB in Sacramento where he lived until the 90s some time. We bought the car in Sacramento but it had Oregon plates on it. At one point I did some internet digging and found a record of two people matching the owners name living at one address in Oregon with ages that would indicate father/son. I never did try to contact him. I assume he was very elderly and went to live with the son. He must have plated the car but didn’t end up taking it and had someone in Sacramento sell it for him. That’s the history of the car as I know it. Here she is in all of her glory. It photographs well, but trust me, it’s just a used car.

 

[Dads300]

Ok, I verified today that my car does have tinted glass. I have always been under the impression that all factory a/c cars got tinted glass as part of the a/c option. Your question did throw me though, as I never really paid any attention on this car.
Travis..

 

[69CoronetRT]

Used to be standard with A/C and often coded in earlier years. I'm not seeing it on any A/C MoPar car. Maybe its standard.

What years was tinted glass standard with a/c?

What was standard may or may not be coded on the tag.

What was coded at one plant may not be coded at another.

In some years and at some plants, tinted glass is coded. In some years and at some plants it is not. One has to learn the year and plant nuances to know whether an option should or should not be coded on a specific tag. What happened at 65 Jefferson may or may not apply to 66. What happened at 66 Jefferson may or may not apply to 66 Hamtramck.

Generalities exist. Non standard nuanced plant specific coding exists. Meaning, what the online decoders and books may say may not apply to a specific instance. Non standard coding nuances exist.