1966 AMC Ambassador DPL

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.  

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1966 AMC Ambassador marked a turning point for American Motors Corporation, showcasing a bold move upmarket. As AMC’s flagship model, the Ambassador's stylish 200-inch body rode on a 116-inch wheelbase, providing both luxury and comfort. Roy Abernethy, AMC’s president at the time, aimed to compete directly with full-size offerings from the Big Three automakers, and the Ambassador reflected that ambition.

Available in sedan, hardtop, and convertible body styles, the 1966 Ambassador featured upscale touches like standard air conditioning — a rarity in mid-priced cars — and plush interiors. AMC featured 232-, 287-, and 327- cubic inch engines, with new 290- and 343-inch V8s offered later that year, all backed by 3- and 4-speed manuals and automatic transmissions.

Styling was handled by Dick Teague, AMC’s renowned design chief, who gave the Ambassador a clean, elegant look with stacked headlights and a prominent grille. The car was marketed as “The Ambassador by American Motors,” emphasizing its premium positioning.

Though AMC lacked the marketing muscle of its larger rivals, the 1966 Ambassador helped redefine the company’s image, offering a compelling blend of value, luxury, and innovation. It remains a significant model in AMC’s history, which Motor Trend Magazine at the time called, a “strikingly handsome automobile.”

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Frost White (72A) with Black cloth (691K) interior

• 327 cu-in V8 engine

• Three-speed automatic transmission

• Standard air conditioning

• The chassis number (A6KA97P106198) decodes as:

  • A – Manufacturer: American Motors Corporation

  • 6 – Model Year: 1966

  • K – Assembly Plant: Kenosha, Wisconsin

  • A – Transmission: Automatic column shift (3-speed)

  • 9 – Body Type: 2-door hardtop

  • 7 – Model: Rebel, Marlin, Ambassador, Rogue

  • P – Engine: 327 cu-in V8, 2-barrel carburetor

  • 106198 – Sequential Production Number (starting at 100001)

Features

• 14-inch wheels wearing 205/75R14 tires

• Stacked quad headlights

• Padded dash and sun visors

• AM radio and clock

• Dual-circuit master cylinder

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Rock chips on nose

• Rough interior

Included

• Keys

• Owner's manual

• Spare tire and jack

• Extra hubcaps

• Extra brake shoes

Ownership History

This 1966 AMC Ambassador Two-Door Hardtop is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.