When Chevrolet folded a Super Sport package into its midsize Chevelle in the mid-1960s, it gave everyday buyers a genuine shot at big-block performance, and this burgundy 1966 Chevelle SS396 Sport Coupe takes that idea a step further. Now listed for auction on Hagerty Marketplace, the long-hood, low-roof coupe pairs its vintage muscle-car silhouette with a 400ci V8 and modern fuel injection, blending old-school looks with hardware that makes it far easier to live with today.
The Sport Coupe body style is the shape most people picture when they think of a first-generation big-block Chevelle. Refinished in burgundy back in 2002, the car rides on color-matched steel Rallye wheels finished with chrome trim rings and center caps. The repaint is honest about its age, with some imperfections documented in the listing photos, but the overall presentation still captures the aggressive stance that made the SS such an icon.
Inside, the black vinyl cabin is fitted with bucket front seats split by a center console, a layout that reinforces the car's sporting intentions. A previous owner added aftermarket instrumentation and an aftermarket audio head unit, while the four-speed manual is rowed through a Hurst shifter topped with a cue ball-style knob, a period-correct touch that suits the build perfectly.
The mechanical story is where this Chevelle separates itself from a stock restoration. The 400ci V8 wears Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection, an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold, chrome valve covers, and an aftermarket air cleaner assembly. Power runs to the rear wheels through a replacement four-speed gearbox, and the car breathes through aftermarket headers feeding a stainless steel dual exhaust system. Power-assisted brakes help rein it all back in.
According to the seller, work completed during their ownership includes updated wiring and electrical components, a replaced transmission, a new fuel tank, the fuel-injection installation, and the dual exhaust setup. The car shows 10,800 indicated miles, carries the chassis number 138176F131083, and is located in Norwalk, Ohio. It's worth noting the cowl tag indicates the coupe left Flint originally wearing Marina Blue paint with a blue interior, so the burgundy-over-black combination reflects a color change carried out during its life.
For buyers who love the look of a 1966 Chevelle SS but want the cold-start manners and drivability of modern fuel injection, this is a compelling package. The coupe is being offered with an Ohio title in the seller's name. You can view the full listing, photo gallery, and bidding details on Hagerty Marketplace.
