There’s no way you can miss this 1966 Mercury Cyclone GT Convertible SURVIVOR that is finished in Ember Glow with a Parchment interior cruising down the street. This car represents a true Survivor with 59,865 actual miles, including 59,476 miles at the time of its repaint in August 2025. This GT has a matching drivetrain that is powered by its original 390ci V8 rated at 335 horsepower with correct C6ME stamping, paired with the original Sport Shift Merc-O-Matic (C6) transmission and original Posi Traction rear axle. As a true Cyclone GT, this car is equipped with its factory performance and appearance package, including chrome air cleaner, chrome valve covers with Cyclone GT emblems (recently re-chromed), GT badging throughout, and the correct reverse-spun chrome-style hubcaps. The car sits on new correct White wall tires, completing its period-correct stance. The signature white exterior stripes further reinforce its identity as a genuine GT model.


Exterior
* Finished in original Ember Glow
* White convertible top (new, correct color)
* Factory White exterior stripes
* GT badging throughout
* Reverse-spun chrome-style hubcaps
* New correct White wall tires
* Chrome air cleaner
* Re-chromed valve covers with GT emblems

Interior
* Original Parchment interior
* Original factory seat belts
* New correct Ember Glow carpet
* Custom floor mats installed

Mechanical
* Matching Numbers 390ci V8 engine (335hp)
* Original Sport Shift Merc-O-Matic (C6) transmission
* C6ME stamped engine block
* RF06AP7006 transmission stamping
* Original Posi Traction rear axle
* Engine previously rebuilt
* Transmission previously rebuilt
* Rear end previously rebuilt
* New 600 CFM carburetor
* New gas tank installed
* New fuel sending unit
* New brake lines installed
* New braking system components
* New power brake master cylinder
* New battery installed
* New heater core

Modifications
* High-quality repaint in 2025
* Replacement carpet installed
* Custom floor mats added
* Re-chromed valve covers

Maintenance & Vehicle History

There are cars you restore and then there are cars you preserve, and this Cyclone GT tells a consistent story of preservation with thoughtful updates where it matters. This is a well-documented, Matching Numbers example with actual mileage and long-term care reflected throughout. The engine, transmission, and rear end have been rebuilt in the past, and recent service includes a new gas tank, sending unit, brake system components, carburetor, battery, heater core and weather stripping throughout including trunk and convertible top seals. The original Sport Shift Merc-O-Matic (C6) transmission is also present, with proper stamping, along with the original Posi Traction rear axle clearly identified on the VIN tag. This is the kind of drivetrain integrity that serious collectors look for and rarely find intact. Complementing the exterior is a brand-new White convertible top in the correct original color, giving the car a clean, crisp, factory-correct appearance. This car represents a rare opportunity to own a true Survivor with factory GT configuration and documented drivetrain integrity. This Cyclone GT is located in Ocoee, FL.

❤️ From the Seller
"1966 Mercury Cyclone GT Convertible, Matching Numbers, Ember Glow ext Parchment interior, True Survivor, 390 V8. There are cars you restore and then there are cars you preserve. This 1966 Mercury Cyclone GT Convertible falls firmly into the second category. It represents a rare opportunity to own a true, documented survivor with matching numbers, actual mileage, and a highly desirable factory GT configuration. Finished in its original Ember Glow, this Cyclone GT received a single high-quality repaint in August 2025 at just 59,476 actual miles. The finish honors the car’s originality while elevating its overall presentation. Complementing the exterior is a brand-new white convertible top in the correct original color, giving the car a clean, crisp, factory-correct appearance. Inside, the story continues with an original Parchment interior that has been carefully preserved over time. The originality here matters and it shows. The carpet has been replaced in the correct Ember Glow color, while the factory seat belts remain in place. A tasteful addition of custom floor mats provides protection without compromising authenticity. Under the hood is where this car truly separates itself. It retains its original, matching numbers 390 cubic inch V8, rated at 335 horsepower, with the correct C6ME stamping on the engine block. The original Sport Shift Merc-O-Matic (C6) transmission is also present, with proper stamping, along with the original Posi Traction rear axle clearly identified on the VIN tag. This is the kind of drivetrain integrity that serious collectors look for and rarely find intact. As a true Cyclone GT, this car is equipped with its factory performance and appearance package, including chrome air cleaner, chrome valve covers with Cyclone GT emblems (recently re-chromed), GT badging throughout, and the correct reverse-spun chrome-style hubcaps. The car sits on new correct white wall tires, completing its period-correct stance. The signature white exterior stripes further reinforce its identity as a genuine GT model. Mechanically, this car has been thoughtfully maintained and updated where it matters. The engine, transmission, and rear end have been rebuilt in the past, and recent service work ensures this Cyclone is ready to be driven and enjoyed. From the fuel system to the braking system and weather seals, key components have been addressed with attention to both function and originality.
This is not just another classic convertible this is a well-documented, highly original, and properly maintained Cyclone GT that delivers both collector-level credibility and real-world drivability."

🧠 Did you know?
The 1966 Mercury Cyclone GT Convertible was a rare, wind-in-your-hair performance machine that blended big-block muscle with open-top style on the midsize Comet platform, making it one of the coolest drop-tops of the swinging '60s. Powered exclusively by a high-output 390-cubic-inch FE V8 with a four-barrel carburetor, it cranked out a muscular 335 horsepower and 427 lb-ft of torque, paired with options like a four-speed manual or automatic, dual exhausts, and a fiberglass hood featuring twin air scoops for that aggressive GT look. Dressed in distinctive lower-body rally stripes, bucket seats, a console, and chrome accents, this ragtop weighed around 3,300–3,500 pounds yet delivered thrilling straight-line performance while turning heads at drive-ins and stoplights. Mercury built exactly 2,158 of these Cyclone GT convertibles that year — a tiny fraction of total Comet production — adding extra rarity and desirability today. Even cooler, a specially prepared Cardinal Red Cyclone GT Convertible served as the official pace car for the 1966 Indianapolis 500, cementing this model's place as a true collector icon from the golden age of Mercury muscle.

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