He departed in late September 1972 to start a brief period as vice president of General Motors's Car and Truck Group. tailgate, Chevelle 300 Deluxe, 2-door sedan pickup in Canada; 36 of these were optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. The L78 engine was available in the 1965 Corvette only. It's a lot better looking out-front than the big bumper approach. Three V8 engines were available: a new 305cuin (5.0L) engine rated at 140hp (104kW), a 350cuin (5.7L) engine providing 165hp (123kW), and a 400cuin (6.6L) engine with 175hp (130kW). The 454 was available with GM's THM-400 automatic or Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. There are over 1300 pages and 8500 images Both 350 V8 engines, as well as the dual exhaust 402 cid V8 engine, were available without the SS option; only the LS5 454 V8 required the SS option. //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) Contact page and describe the issue. please note the exact page by its address //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) . [14] After 1965, the Malibu SS badge disappeared except for those sold in Canada. Malibu Classics had a luxurious cloth/vinyl split-bench front seat, color-keyed steering wheel, and woodgrain-accented instrument panel. The Chevrolet Chevelle is a mid-sized automobile that was produced by Chevrolet in three generations for the 1964 through 1978 model years. document.getElementById("dynstuff") : document.all.dynstuff "Enough is plenty, that's how we feel about the 350 Laguna. He held off a late rally by Cale Yarborough to win by only 67.15 points. optioned with the L34 396 cid engine. document.write('') Caveats: Example: 1D80U indicates a Malibu series (D) Custom El Camino (80) Only 23 1965 Acadian Beaumonts/Cansos were The vehicle would not change much in 1972, with the year largely being a carryover period before the third generation released. WBD shall not be held liable Hardened engine valve seats and hydraulic camshafts made these engines reliable and allowed them to accept the increasingly popular unleaded regular gasoline. The Super Sport (SS396 sport coupe, convertible, and El Camino pickup) became a series on its own. It is suspected the reason The series/model explanations indicated var ie=document.all&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 For The LS5 454cuin (7.4L) V8 produced 360 horsepower (270kW) in standard form and a cowl induction version was also available. First number indicates the manufacturer, 1 is for Chevrolet. Critics compared the GM Colonnade line favorably to Ford and Chrysler intermediates. SS396 convertible, or SS396 sedan pickup. [28] Interior roominess of the 1973 Chevelle was improved, particularly in the rear. vs. body style. The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 SS396s produced from this point on shared the same VIN prefix with the Malibu sport coupe (136), with the exception of the 300 Deluxe-based SS396s using (134), where the original build sheet and/or Protect-O-Plate (which is an aluminum tag included with the original sales invoice from Chevrolet dealers) can ID a genuine SS (especially for a numbers matching original which is unaltered); however, the VIN number alone cannot ID a genuine SS as in previous years. The 1970 Chevelle and the 1970 Buick Skylark share the same roofline. * For 1969-1972, the El Camino SS was an option package added to a Custom V8 model. on this website. 10,828 units of 13637 Malibu sport coupes were produced for sale in Complete timeline of CHEVROLET Chevelle models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. The Chevelle SS 396 became a series of its own in 1966 with series/style numbers 13817 and 13867. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . 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. (37), 1965-1971 Chevelle: Chevrolet Division/Series was noted by the first Those Speedometers were newly calibrated in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. If you think there is something in error, Malibu SS also came with a four-gauge cluster in place of engine warning lights, and a dash-mounted tachometer was optional. For 1971, the SS option could be ordered with any optional V8 and became more of a dress-up option than a performance option. Approximately 75 Z-16s are presently accounted for. A 4-door hardtop-styled Sport Sedan joined the Malibu series. The Chevelle lineup slimmed down to Nomad, 300 Deluxe/Greenbrier, Malibu/Concours, and Concours Estate series, and the base 300 series was history. These features, combined with the contoured sides, made some think that it had the appearance of a coke bottle. The L78 engine option was removed from the engine option 1968 CHEVELLE SS 1968 Overall Chevrolet sales rebounded to 2,141,686, but it seemed like the convertible was on a downward slide. They also had simulated hood scoops, red-stripe tires, and bright trim moldings. Headroom was up slightly and shoulder room gains were by 1.6 inches (41mm). [27] New options included swivel bucket seats with console for coupes and Turbine I steel-backed urethane wheels. Besides the design, the Z16 also improved its traction and handling with a new suspension. Upscale versions were Malibus including the convertible models. 1966 Chevy II/Nova - Acadian Beaumont/Canso. The G-body Monte Carlo, introduced in 1970, also used a platform that was based heavily on the Chevelle platform, although it was lengthened ahead of the firewall. In early 1964 and 1965, Chevelles had a Malibu SS badge on the rear quarter panel. Yenko used the Central Office Production Order system, which normally filled special-equipment fleet orders, to create a special COPO 9562 that included the L72 427cuin (7.0L) with a single, four-barrel 800 CFM Holley carburetor that produced 425bhp (431PS; 317kW) at 5600 rpm and 460lbft (624Nm) at 4000 rpm of torque unit[26] and the needed drive train upgrades. Motor Trend said in 1973: "While neither Chevrolet or Pontiac are back in racing, the new crop intermediates out of GM's styling studios are curiously aerodynamic. Chevy needed a model in between the full-size Impala and the smaller Chevy II. Optional on Malibu Classic coupes were swiveling bucket seats in cloth or vinyl. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with Though a 375 horsepower (280kW) cowl induction version was available, few were sold in favor of the newly introduced 454 engine during late-1969 timeframe. A power moonroof was an option in 1973-75. A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. by Webs by Dale (WBD). Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. The 1968 Chevelle received an all-new distinctly sculpted body with tapered front fenders and a rounded beltline. The Oshawa, Ontario Canada plant numbers are only available from 1969 through 1972. The number of L78 service engines for the 1969 model These Fewer SS396-optioned 300 Deluxe coupes and sport coupes were built than their Malibu counterparts and they are solid gold for collectors. Sport Coupe The variety of the Chevelle carried over from the first generation, with plenty of engine upgrade options available. 1970 model year are not known as the Tonawanda engine plant See more ChevelleCD Chevy-related products here , See more about Chevrolet/Camaro/Monte Carlo/Nova/HHR/SSR/Acadian/Beaumont registries The Bresler was based on the Doble steam engine.[23]. This RPO code required any optional engine and transmission available in the Chevelle lineup. function random_iframe(){ Vent windows were also removed on the cars. 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. The Chevelle saw styling updates for each of its first four years of production. the new SS396 series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp Design, Decoding Chevrolet VIN, trim tags, cowl tags, engine, engine block casting numbers, cylinder head casting numbers, intake manifold casting numbers, transmission, interior codes, and paint . randomcontent[1]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random02.htm" 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. Since the 307 V8 was the standard base V8 in 1971, it could not be ordered with the SS option; one had to order the LS3 402 or the LS5 454, or one of the two 350 V8 engines (L65 or L48 - which reintroduced the small block to the SS option for the first time since the 1965 model year for USA market Chevelles). Inside, the Malibu Classic interiors had notchback bench seats[clarification needed] upholstered in cloth or vinyl, carpeted door panels, and simulated woodgrain instrument panel trim. ChevyWorld.net was created as This was largely due to a crackdown on gas-guzzling vehicles. date. 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. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 New dual round taillights were integral with the back bumper. No longer a series of its own, the SS 396 turned into a $347.60 option package for any two-door model. This body style featured a semi-fastback roofline, frameless door glass, and fixed, styled "B" pillars, structurally strong enough to contribute to occupant safety of a roll-over type accident. series, 2 numbers indicate the body style within the series and Lower displayed performance was evident because GM required all performance numbers to be reported as net engine ratings. The 4 door sedans and wagons turned to a 116-inch (2,900mm) span. Yarborough beat Richard Petty by 195 points. iframeobj.src=randomcontent[Math.floor(Math.random()*randomcontent.length)] The SS option was reduced to one RPO code, RPO Z15, and was only available for the Chevelle Malibu. They are also curiously competing on the NASCAR circuit tracks, and selling as fast as they can be hauled to the dealerships. . This configuration was continued through the end of Chevelle production in 1977. 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. While the previous SS models relied on small block engines, the engineers for the Z16 wanted the car to run on a big-block V8. two numbers (13), the third number indicates base 1 is Chevrolet Division, a letter indicates the Malibu series interiors included cloth and vinyl or all vinyl seat trim and deep-twist carpeting. A ribbed stainless steel panel was bolted to the rear taillight panel and a 'Concours By Chevrolet' emblem on the rear decklid. please note the exact page by its address The base LS5 454 V8 produced 365 gross and 285 net horsepower, but cowl induction was available which produced more power because of the air induction and a louder exhaust system. Free shipping for many products! coupe and convertible with no known breakdown of engine Use of WBD name, Part of the GM A-Body platform, the 1973 Laguna series included coupes, sedans and station wagons. The 1969 model year was the only U.S.-built Chevelle year to begin the sequence with 300,001. Bowties do ot show the L89 aluminum In 1964, the entire production of the Chevelle line totaled 328,400 automobiles, making it Chevy's second best seller of the year, following the Impala. First number indicates the year of production, 4 is for 1964. . would be used. The model year 4 is the first number, the series Smaller side marker lighting bezels were phased in (shared with the Camaro and using the lens assembly as the previous year). Due to concern over proposed Federal rollover standards, convertible and 4-door hardtop models were discontinued, while the 2-door hardtop was replaced by a pillared coupenamed "Colonnade Hardtop". Options included an Econominder gauge package. were sold and 12 were service engines. the production numbers above. 787 Malibu convertibles were built for sale in Canada; 26 of these were Strongly in the Laguna's favor is the integrated, body-colored urethane bumper-front end. Flory, p. 356. 1972 ]. Chevy II/ Nova; 1968 was the last year the Chevy II nameplate Second and third numbers indicate the series, 58 is for a Malibu Super Sport w/ 8 cylinder. The rear panel of the Z-16 had unique black and chrome trim which framed untrimmed Chevelle 300-style taillights (Malibu and Malibu SS models had bright silver-painted lens trim). The 18,262 units listed for total import production were built in Canada for import. Because SS models suffered heavy insurance surcharges, Chevrolet introduced the "Heavy Chevy" at midyear, which was based on the base Chevelle, and was available with any V8 engine except the 454, which was exclusive to SS models. $292.70. 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. engine for a given series (odd numbers are L6, even numbers are A new dual-action tailgate operated either in the traditional manner or as a panel-type door. GM mandated all divisions design their engines to run on lower-octane regular, low-lead, or unleaded gasoline. New Federal safety-mandated equipment included side marker lights, as well as shoulder belts for outboard front seat occupants on cars built after December 1, 1967. there is no known database of a car's VIN and its past/current there is no known database of a car's VIN and its past/current Another was a 15.3-cubic-foot (430L) luggage capacity, an increase of 2.5 cubic feet (71L) over 1972 models. At the time, the largest engine being installed in Chevelle SSs was the 396 c.i.d. The car has a very tight feeling, a by-product of the heavily ribbed underbody and double paneled roof. The Heavy Chevy (RPO YF3) was only available with the base Chevelle sport coupe (13437) and was primarily a dress-up option and even it was limited to options available on the standard Chevelle sport coupe; vinyl carpeting, front bench seat, no center console shift, etc. Six Cylinder Eight Cylinder : Series / Body Produced Series / Body Produced Total; Chevelle 300, 2 Dr Sedan: 3111: 9,663 129 9,792: 3211: However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. The 375-horsepower 396-cubic-inch V8 was dropped from the options list until late in the model year and returned with 612 being sold. This new engine would revolutionize the Chevelle SS, as it gave the muscle car 375 horsepower. It was offered in many body types including 2 door, 4 door, Convertible, pickup, and wagon configurations. Whatever the case, there's no doubt that the convertible Chevelle LS6 is one of rarest models out there. ordered with the L79 engine option in both the 573837 sport The seller didn't enter the vehicle identification number correctly. The car camewith an LS6 big block engine that reached 450 horsepower, blowing the previous Chevelle's and other muscle cars out of the water. var iframeprops='width=950 height=250 marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" hspace="0" vspace="0" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"' 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. records are for L78 engines built for the A body Chevelle, year but the horsepower rating was reduced from 350hp to 1970 Chevelle 300 series LS3 400 BB coupe, special order Monaco Orange. October 21, 1973: American 500-Benny Parsons pits for repairs after an early crash. Surprisingly, the Chevelle also released a few four-door sedan models, as well as releasing two or four-door station wagon models. [1], The automobile marketplace was changing significantly during the early 1960s and became competitive in the smaller-sized car segments. Beaumont/Canso sport coupe and convertible and the 1966/1968 Production totals are based on Though you might recognize the vehicle for its powerful, adrenaline-pumping qualities, you might not know that it also was a family favorite for its station wagon and sedan models. In standard form, Chevelles had a 250cuin (4.1L) six-cylinder engine or a 145hp (108kW), 305 V8. The station wagon, available in 6- or 9-passenger seating, featured a new counterbalanced liftgate which allowed for easier entry and loading up to 85 cubic feet.[27]. [5] The innovative Chevrolet Corvair and the Chevy II, which was designed to compete with Ford's Falcon, were losing ground. [10] The station wagons were marketed with exclusive nameplates: Greenbrier (previously used with the Corvair based vans), Concours, and Concours Estate. Malibu Classic coupes had distinctive opera windows. The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. That meant not just a convertible, sport coupe, or pickup, but even the pillared coupe and sport coupe in the 300 Deluxe series (except the base 300 Deluxe El Camino pickup). More than 24,000 Malibu Sport Sedans were built, with a standard 307-cubic-inch V8 rated at 130 (net) horsepower. As noted above, the L79 engine option was discontinued for These coupe/sport coupe designations would continue into 1969. Condition: Used. The same Team Chevelle Gold #50. V8) and the last two numbers indicates the body style within the From 1964 through 1969, GM of Canada sold a modified version of the Chevelle that included a Pontiac-style grille and a LeMans instrument panel, marketed as the Beaumont. Chevelle. //Specify random URLs to display inside iframe engines on order forms and build sheets but these engines 2,155. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. style is the last two numbers. not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with the new SS396 Chevelles were also assembled and sold in Canada. With hot competition from other muscle cars, the Chevelle would add a 327ci small-block Chevy engine that offered a much stronger 300 horsepower. Powertrain options included the 175-horsepower 350-cubic-inch V8 and 240-horsepower 402-cubic-inch (still known as a 396), as well as a 454 that produced 270 horsepower (200kW) under the net rating system. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about the Chevy Chevelle: As collectors' tastes change and are varied, there is not a specific model that is considered the most popular. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" //This credit MUST stay intact for use 9.15%. 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. In 1969 Chevrolet developed a steam powered concept vehicle, designated the SE 124 based on a Chevelle fitted it with a 50hp Bresler steam engine in place of its gasoline engine. He finished last in the Daytona 500, but assumed command of the points chase in August. 1969 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model* [ 1964 ] | [ 1965 ] | [ 1966 ] | [ 1967 ] | [ 1968 ] | [ 1969 ] | [ 1970 ] | [ 1971 ] | [ 1972 ] The Series/Model columns correspond to VIN series & body style and not Fisher Body plate Style numbers. Seven transmissions were available: two manual three-speeds, two manual four-speeds, an overdrive three-speed, and two automatics. 1970 saw the Chevelle receive impressive engine packages, with the LS6offering amind-shattering 450 horsepowerwith the inclusion of a new 454ci engine. 1964 ~ 1972 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model Production totals are based on Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. Through the 1970s, California cars often had different powertrains than those marketed in states with less-stringent emissions regulations. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 quantity. A few other dealers ordered the package Yenko created and sold them as their own supercars. 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. Some mistakes can be made, but Rectangular taillights were flush with the body surface, connected by a brushed chrome panel. //Specify IFRAME display attributes Item specifics. Options included a tachometer, mag-style wheel covers, and sintered-metallic brakes, four-way power seats, a tissue dispenser, and cruise control.[17]. if (ie||dom){ L78 engines were built; 18 were sold and 10 were service There were about 450,000 Chevy Chevelle models built for the 1969 model year. The entry-level Chevelle 300 (131 - 132 VIN prefix) was available as a pillared coupe and/or station wagon (Nomad) while the 300 Deluxe and Nomad Custom (133 or 134 VIN prefix) had a 2-door hardtop added to the lineup (fourth and fifth VIN characters will be 37; with the previous 300 Deluxe the hardtop was available with the Malibu and SS396 but not the base 300/Deluxe in the USA not counting those produced for the Canadian market). Chevrolet's published figure for the 1967 model year are 403,963 units . All Malibus had concealed wipers. A small "Chevelle" nameplate was located in the lower-left corner of the grille. After a four-year absence, the El Camino was reintroduced as part of the new Chevelle lineup in 1964. on this website. 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. WBD shall not be held liable Lesser models had a dashboard and a linear-readout speedometer. The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. The Concours Estate Wagon was one of four distinct Chevelle wagon models. coupe and 573867 convertible with no known breakdown of 1970 Chevelle Concours Estate LS3 400 BB wagon. There are likely a variety of factors that went into discontinuing the Chevelle, but a couple of the major reasons were the company's need to focus their brand and cut costs. Fewer engine selections were available though the engines that remained gained a few horses. 1972 Chevelles featured single-unit parking/side marker lights on their front fenders, outside of a revised twin-bar grille. The new mid-size Chevelle was produced from 1964 to 1977. if (ie||dom) It was an attractive car and was offered through 1972, but never achieved the high-production figures as the pillared sedan. ), The most extensive redesign in its 10-year history marked the 1973 Chevelle. "[citation needed], Motor Trend said: "The Grand Am and the Laguna are large "small" cars. . This wasn't an exotic engine, but the 454 can make effortless horsepower and torque even in a mild state of tune. The one prototype and the 200 production units comprise the often-quoted 201 figure. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. Out of this large number only 323 cars with a 427 V-8 were produced. The 454cuin (7.4L) LS5 V8 was rated at 360hp (270kW). Example: 13667 indicates a Malibu V8 (6) 2-door convertible (67), 1972 Chevelle: [19] The SS396 continued as its own series with both sport coupe and convertible body styles. Besides Chevy wanting to create a mid-size option for customers not interested in a compact or large car, they also produced the Chevrolet to provide some competition tothe Ford Fairlane, which was one of the most popular mid-size models available to consumers. on this website. 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. [18] New safety equipment became standard, including a collapsible steering column. 47142. owner. Although Tailfins. (such as limited production exotics). This was called a control office production order. "[31], Motor Trend - 1973 Buyers Guide said: "Chevrolet is fielding an all-new intermediate Chevelle series at a time when competitive lines from Ford and Chrysler are one or more years oldwhen you look at what the stylists have done with what we used to call the pillar coupe, you might want to rush out and buy some stock in General Motors. Two Laguna station wagons were introduced, including a Laguna Estate. More massive rear bumpers were also added, in accordance with stricter US Federal standards for 1974 cars. The name "chevelle" has been speculated as influenced by gazelle and Chevrolet combined, as a smaller sedan to the Impala.[9]. Production of the Laguna edged up to 9,100 cars. the L78 engine numbers but are part of those numbers. The Canadian Malibu SS got its "SS" name from the "Sports Option" package under RPO A51 and was primarily a trim option. The 1968 model year would be the final year for the L79 1970 LS3 Malibu 400 BB convertible. The LS6's oomph came from its 11.25:1 compression ratio, rectangle-port heads with 2.19-inch intake valves, and a mechanical cam . With the numerous styles and models of the first-generation Chevy Chevelle, there was a lot to love. } Hardtop coupes featured a semi-fastback, flowing roofline with a long hood and short deck, influenced by the all-new Camaro. RPO Z25 SS equipment option included one of these 402 cid engines, but was still marketed as a 396. Body styles included coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons. John Z. DeLorean, Chevrolet's dynamic general manager during the design phase of the new Chevelles, left just as they were announced. 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