The 1969 model year was the only U.S.-built Chevelle year to begin the sequence with 300,001. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or Crossflow radiators and coolant reservoirs that prevented air from entering the system prevented overheating.[30]. The 1970 Chevelle came in Sport Coupe, Sport Sedan, convertible, four-door sedan, a couple of wagons, and coup utility (the El Camino) body styles. [6] The Chevelle was the U.S. auto industry's only all-new car for 1964 and was positioned to fill the gap between the small Chevy II and the full-sized Chevrolet models. 1970 Chevelle Concours Estate LS3 400 BB wagon. This change in engine signaled Chevrolet's commitment to positioning the Chevell as a high-performance vehicle. One convertible was reportedly specially built for Chevy General Manager Knudsen, but is understood to have been destroyed. L78 engines were built; 18 were sold and 10 were service First number indicates the year of production, 4 is for 1964. The SS 396 Chevelle included a 350 horsepower (260kW) Turbo-Jet 396 V8, special suspension, "power dome" hood, black-accented grille, resilient rear-bumper insert, and wide-oval tires on sport wheels. And what car in '73 can." Base engines were the 250cuin (4.1L) straight-six engine and the 350 V8. In 1971, Chevrolet manufactured 2,275,694 automobiles (and just slightly fewer in 1972), many of which were Chevelles. [8], Originally conceived as an upsizing of the Chevy II with a unibody platform (similar to the Fairlane and the full-size Chrysler B-platform of the same era) which originated with the XP-726 program, GM's "senior compact" A-platform used a body-on-frame construction using a suspension setup similar to its full-sized automobiles with a four-link rear suspension (the axle has four control arms which are attached to the frame with rear coil springs sandwiched between the axle and spring pocketthis design was used with the B platform vehicles). In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. RPO L79 Production Figures for the The car adopted a long-hood/short-deck profile with a high rear-quarter "kick-up". for any loss resulting from the use of the information contained Unitized 3-point seat belts were introduced as on all Chevrolet models. New options included power door locks and a stalk-mounted wiper control. On minor impact the urethane nose cone, backed up by shock-absorbing cylinders, deflects and rebounds; Laguna models also featured a specific diecast chrome grille with bowtie emblem, a body-colored (steel) rear bumper, front and rear bumper rub strips, bright roof drip moldings, bright wheel opening moldings, chrome taillight bezels, full wheel covers, and Laguna fender nameplates. He held off a late rally by Cale Yarborough to win by only 67.15 points. The 300 Deluxe 2-door sedan was canceled and replaced by the base Chevelle Sport Coupe, a 2-door pillarless hardtop. If you find an error, please use the contact form on my "We couldn't pass up the opportunity to tell you what a groovy all around car it is even if it can't smoke the quarter-mile in 13 seconds. The 1966 and 1967 model years were the only two years of the 'strut back' 2-door sport coupe with its own style number, 17.[15]. A 4-door hardtop-styled Sport Sedan joined the Malibu series. Chevelle station wagons came in three levels: Concours, Nomad, and Greenbrierthe last a badge formerly used on the Corvair van. The L78 engine option was available in any 1966 SS396 There are over 1300 pages and 8500 images type. please note the exact page by its address GM mandated all divisions design their engines to run on lower-octane regular, low-lead, or unleaded gasoline. It was not available with the overhead-valve "Turbo-Thrift" six-cylinder engine. Nimble, quick and responsive." The 1970 Chevelle and the 1970 Buick Skylark share the same roofline. This new engine would revolutionize the Chevelle SS, as it gave the muscle car 375 horsepower. Malibu options included an Exterior Decor group, tinted glass, and full wheel covers. The Concours Estate Wagon was one of four distinct Chevelle wagon models. A total of 37,215 Malibu Classic Landau coupes were produced, as opposed to 73,739 Malibu Classic coupes and 28,793 Malibu coupes. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 of what series was ordered with any specific quantity of See more ChevelleCD Chevy-related products here , See more about Chevrolet/Camaro/Monte Carlo/Nova/HHR/SSR/Acadian/Beaumont registries The style number on a Fisher Body trim tag does not have the allowed to be continued but no new orders would be accepted. The hardtop, convertible, and sedan received the upgraded sheet metal but the station wagons and El Camino retained the previous year's sheet metal panels (which went on for the next 2 model years). This was now called a coupe (or pillar coupe) while the 2-door hardtop remained a sport coupe. This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. 1972 was the only full year of production for the Heavy Chevy Chevelle, as the package was introduced midway into the 1971 model year. document.getElementById("dynstuff") : document.all.dynstuff The Chevrolet Chevelle is a mid-sized automobile that was produced by Chevrolet in three generations for the 1964 through 1978 model years. In standard form, Chevelles had a 250cuin (4.1L) six-cylinder engine or a 145hp (108kW), 305 V8. (2) Subtracting the 503,352 figure from 522,761 VIN's leaves 19,409 This wasn't an exotic engine, but the 454 can make effortless horsepower and torque even in a mild state of tune. These 323 were COPO ordered. The L78 engine was introduced late in the 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" [12] The Z-16 standard big-block 396 Turbo-Jet V8 (fitted with hydraulic lifters instead of the solid lifters of the same motor used in the Corvette) came only with the Muncie wide-ratio four-speed manual transmission. totals 522,761 and does not match figures above. Available engines were a 327-cubic-inch V8 instead of either of the sixes, or the mid-level option, a 220-horsepower 283-cubic-inch V8. The upscale luxury trim level for 1974 was the new Malibu Classic, offered in sedan, coupe, and station wagon models. The engines included three 396cuin (6.5L) V8s the standard, rated at 325hp (242kW), an optional 360hp (270kW), and an optional 375hp (280kW) (the mid-horsepower 396 was rated at 360hp (270kW) for 1966 and 350hp (260kW) thereafter). Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. Where no 'Import' numbers are The L78 engine option was removed from the engine option The following production numbers or sales volume data are available for Chevrolet Chevelle-Malibu 2nd generation: model year 1973 - Chevrolet (USA) Chevelle, total - 328533 units model year 1974 - Chevrolet (USA) Laguna, total, all V-8 - 21902 units model year 1974 - Chevrolet (USA) Malibu, total - 91612 units See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . Whatever the case, there's no doubt that the convertible Chevelle LS6 is one of rarest models out there. Three colors[which?] "It's not overpowering but it's enough - and so comfortable that the editor bought the car." model year. The base 454cuin (7.4L) engine was rated at 360bhp (365PS; 268kW), which was also available with cowl induction; and the optional LS6 version equipped with a single 4-barrel 800 CFM Holley carburetor produced 450bhp (456PS; 336kW) at 5600 rpm and 500lbft (678Nm) at 3600 rpm of torque. * The El Camino is a body style and not a series. Corvette. This also included a coupe utility (El Camino) which was a derivative of the two-door wagon. Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. The Super Sport (SS396 sport coupe, convertible, and El Camino pickup) became a series on its own. 1970 Chevelle 300 series LS3 400 BB coupe, special order Monaco Orange. randomcontent[1]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random02.htm" The 350 2-barrel V8 of 145hp (108kW) was the base Laguna engine. . It is assumed the units assumed to be for Canada consumption. Front disc brakes were now standard on all '73 Chevelles. randomcontent[1]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random02.htm" Taillight lenses were larger and more vertical, flowing into the quarter panels. A limited 201 Malibu SS 396 'Z-16' big-block -equipped cars were also eventually produced starting in late 1965, with most being built between mid-March and mid-April. (4) Neither convertibles nor station wagons were assembled at Atlanta These are NOT reflected in Also new for 1968 was the elimination of the term "sedan" for the 2-door pillar body style. The LS6 produced a claimed 450 gross HP in solid-lifter, high-compression guise. The $162 Super Sport package was available on the upscale Malibu two-door hardtop and convertible models; the option added special exterior brightwork with SS emblems and the 14-inch full-disc wheel covers from the Impala SS. The manual-shift feature of the Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission was featured. A 1966 Malibu SS factory photo shows wheel covers on the car from the 1965 Impala. "[citation needed]. Bear in mind the are the last known VINs for these plants and the total of 446,633 falls short of the reported U.S. production total of 447,364 U.S.-built Chevelles by 731 units. "What you'll see inside," claimed the sales brochure for the 1967 Chevelle, "will probably bring on a severe compulsion to go driving." California residents: Do Not Sell My Info More Info. [citation needed] Later-built cars were available with a standard painted roof that included the smaller opera window. Chevy II/Nova. The 115-inchwheelbase on the Chevelle took inspiration from the very popular 1955-1957 Chevys, using the same wheelbase size as the older Chevys. The rarest Chevelle is the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertiblesome believe that less than20 were ever produced. See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . 8,479. All were two-door hardtops. 2,155. A few other dealers ordered the package Yenko created and sold them as their own supercars. Chevelles continued in 300, 300 Deluxe, and Malibu trims. The 1972 Chevelle SS had a top engine rated at 270 nethp (201kW) conforming with GM's decree that all engines were to be rated at their net engine ratings. It combined Laguna luxury with the upgraded handling of the SS, which it replaced. Caveats: var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 in Canada; 36 of these were optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. The 454 was available with GM's THM-400 automatic or Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. Where no 'Import' numbers are shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. These economy-focused models included a simulated floor carpet made of vinyl-coated rubber color-matched to four available interior colors. and 1970. The Canadian Malibu SS got its "SS" name from the "Sports Option" package under RPO A51 and was primarily a trim option. or Framingham in 1969. (such as limited production exotics). Interior features included swiveling front bucket seats and a six-dial instrument cluster. 1965 ] | [ series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp 396 cid engines. It was an attractive car and was offered through 1972, but never achieved the high-production figures as the pillared sedan. on this website. here does include 15,356 units built in Canada for import. An "Econominder" gauge package was optional. Two-door hardtop coupes, and convertibles, four-door sedans, and four-door station wagons were offered throughout the entire run. 325hp 396 cid SS396 engine. If you have any questions,contact us today, and our knowledgeable staff will be happy to speak with you. Front disc brakes were available on all models, and a new dual master cylinder brake system incorporated a warning light. 48385. In Canada, the base series retained its 300 Deluxe name, with appropriate badging on each front fender just behind the front wheel well. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with 1970 ] | [ Two Laguna station wagons were introduced, including a Laguna Estate. would be used. The "Super Sport" versions were produced through the 1973 model year and Lagunas from 1973 through to 1976.[1]. Motorious. In Mexico, the base version of the new-for-1978 Malibu used the Chevelle name through 1981. To my knowledge The 1968 model year would be the final year for the L79 In addition to the improved engine, the Z16 would also come with an attractive design. Cale Yarborough was running at the finish in all 30 NASCAR Winston Cup races as he dominated the 1977 season to wrap up his second consecutive title. The L78 engine option was available as an optional engine CDs, Coins, Gifts, Although Tailfins. Design, Beaumont/Canso sport coupe and convertible and the 1966/1968 The Chevelle saw styling updates for each of its first four years of production. Annual facelifts continued. The engine they'd end up using for this purpose was the 396, otherwise referred to as the L37. Use of WBD name, a number is inserted before the assembly-plant letter to show the production year. 1969 Chevelles were billed as "America's most popular mid-size car." 50 of these cars were built. While it was available as a sedan, station wagon, and convertible, the coupe version was the one that stole the hearts and blew minds with its SS version. function random_iframe(){ * For 1969-1972, the El Camino SS was an option package added to a Custom V8 model. [24][25] There were 4,475 LS6 Chevelles produced. Smaller side marker lighting bezels were phased in (shared with the Camaro and using the lens assembly as the previous year). 47707. var iframeobj=document.getElementById? In 1969 412 L89 optioned L78s were built; 400 The 1976 Malibu Classic received a crosshatch grille flanked by two stacked rectangular sealed-beam headlamps, while lesser models had a waterfall grille and continued with the previous single round lamps. *. It was possible to order an SS station wagon this year - with the option of a 454-cubic-inch V8 engine, but the mix of sport and utilitarian wagon virtues would last only a single season. In 1969 the COPO Chevelles show L78 The 1977 Chevelles featured new grilles. Unlike the 1973 Laguna, the Malibu Classic used the same front end and chrome bumper as the lesser models, and had smaller vertical opera windows and a spring-loaded hood ornament. He departed in late September 1972 to start a brief period as vice president of General Motors's Car and Truck Group. The L78 engine was introduced late in the [28] Interior roominess of the 1973 Chevelle was improved, particularly in the rear. The SS option was reduced to one RPO code, RPO Z15, and was only available for the Chevelle Malibu. Forth and fifth numbers indicate the body style, 37 is for a 2 Door Sport Coupe. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. the production numbers above. Approximately 75 Z-16s are presently accounted for. The Quantity number shown in parenthesis are the optional //For full source code, and Terms Of use, visit http://dynamicdrive.com //No need to edit after here The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 Chevy II/ Nova; 1968 was the last year the Chevy II nameplate would be used. The base Deluxe series was dropped for 1974, making the Malibu the base model. The base model was now simply called Chevelle in lieu of the former base 300 Deluxe, and was only available as a Sport Coupe or four-door sedan. Speedometers were newly calibrated in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. [6] Ford released the mid-sized Fairlane in 1962, to which Chevrolet responded with the 1964 Chevelle based on a new A platform design. There are no known breakdowns tag. Camaro. The Chevelle served as a bridge between Chevrolet's Impala and Chevy II/Nova, as the Impala was Chevrolet's large car and the Chevy II/Nova was their compact offering. Chevrolet produced 60,499 SS 396 sport coupes, 2,286 convertibles, and 5,190 El Caminos; 1968 was the only year the El Camino body style would get its own SS396 series designation (13880).[21]. A ribbed stainless steel panel was bolted to the rear taillight panel and a 'Concours By Chevrolet' emblem on the rear decklid. an informational outlet only. The number of L78 service engines for the 1969 model The Super Sport option included a 325-horsepower 396-cubic-inch V8 beneath a double-domed hood, along with a black-out grille displaying an SS emblem and a black rear panel. The Evolution & History of the Chevrolet Corvette, 338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. Example: 1D80U indicates a Malibu series (D) Custom El Camino (80) Contact page and describe the issue. logo and identity is strictly prohibited by law. The Bresler was based on the Doble steam engine.[23]. The Oshawa, They are also curiously competing on the NASCAR circuit tracks, and selling as fast as they can be hauled to the dealerships. Some mistakes can be made, but With the multiple model options, the Chevelle was an incredibly versatile vehicle. Clearances for spring travel were also revised; the coil springs at each wheel were computer-selected to match the individual car's weight. vs. body style. The Chevelle was the basis for the Beaumont, a retrimmed model sold only in Canada by Pontiac dealers through 1969. The Series/Model columns correspond to VIN series & body style Besides being family-friendly, the Chevy Chevelle also quickly appealed to buyers who were looking for something fun to drive that could be displayed proudly outside their home. The majority of the styling remained for the 1972 Chevelle, but included a new grille and new parking lights mounted on the leading edges of the fenders. style is the last two numbers. Bulging rear fender lines and a "flying buttress" roofline (tunneled into the "C" pillar) were highlights of the 1966 hardtops, shared with other GM "A" body models. Chevy II/Nova. with tailored fabrics with metallic thread accents. In 1970 it's known Headroom was up slightly and shoulder room gains were by 1.6 inches (41mm). RPO L78 Production Figures for the here . not from actual production numbers that got to the public. } 1964 ~ 1972 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model Production totals are based on Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. Landau coupes came with a vinyl roof, full-wheel covers, whitewall tires, color-keyed body striping, and dual sport mirrors. the new SS396 series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp A power moonroof was an option in 1973-75. Through the 1970s, California cars often had different powertrains than those marketed in states with less-stringent emissions regulations. Critics compared the GM Colonnade line favorably to Ford and Chrysler intermediates. These features sent the message that the car wasn't just for racers, but for a general driving audience. So, where did the name Chevelle come from? series. This total production number agrees with Chevrolet's Accumulative Production Report of August 31, 1965. The Laguna, which had been Chevelle's top-of-the-line model in 1973, became the sporty Laguna Type S-3 and was only available as a coupe. The Z-16 option included the convertible boxed frame, a narrowed rear axle and brake assemblies from the contemporary Impala, heavy-duty suspension, plus virtually all Chevelle comfort and convenience options. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" Neither functional hood lock pins nor hood and deck stripes were standard with either SS option, but were part of the optional ZL2 cowl induction hood option. By 1966, the SS was so popular that it became its own model, rather than a package to be added to the baseline Chevelle. 1973 models also introduced molded full foam front and rear seat construction, a flow-through power ventilation system, an inside hood release, a larger 22-gallon fuel tank, and "flush and dry" rocker panels introduced first on the redesigned 1971 full-size Chevrolets. iframeobj.src=randomcontent[Math.floor(Math.random()*randomcontent.length)] Base Chevelles got a thinner, plain bar with no ornamentation. [16], 1966 saw a complete restyle of the Chevelle on the previous frame that included smooth contours, a broad new grille, and bumper treatment as well as curved side windows. Government-mandated side marker lighting was incorporated, with early 1968 SS 396 light bezels seen with the SS 396 nomenclature - at some point in the later production cycle the engine callout had a 396 also shared with the Chevy II Nova SS (the side marker bezels, also sourced from the Chevy II Nova in 307, 327, and 396 displacements) had the engine displacement except for the six-cylinder models). The 1974 model featured new chrome grilles made of die-cast steel, and single rectangular tail lights replaced the dual round items on all coupes and sedans. ordered with the L79 engine option in both the 573837 sport This was largely due to a crackdown on gas-guzzling vehicles. However, the Colonnade models became a sales success. 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