Authenticity reference

Paint and trim tag interpretation

trim correctness · documented

1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396 sports coupe; exact-year SS396 exterior context, not individual L78 proof. 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 L78

Reference Details

Common issue: A popular SS color treated as rare L78 proof; ChevelleStuff notes no known SS396 color totals.
Confidence: documented
Correct value: 1966 paint code and optional top/two-tone code consistent with plant conventions
Where to check: Cowl tag paint fields and restoration documentation

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1966 Chevrolet

1966 SS396 sport coupes and convertibles are listed as 13817 and 13867 SS396 models.