were replaced with the RPO L72 427 cid engine. var randomcontent=new Array() This RPO code required any optional engine and transmission available in the Chevelle lineup. This was now called a coupe (or pillar coupe) while the 2-door hardtop remained a sport coupe. This website is designed and maintained A one-year Nomad trim, called the Nomad Custom, was offered. They also had simulated hood scoops, red-stripe tires, and bright trim moldings. Distinctive rear quarter glass on 2-door coupes and new side windows with styled center pillars were featured on 4-door models. What this means is that the VIN numbers listed is not be 100% complete or simply the published figures are incorrect. Where no 'Import' numbers are shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD Three colors[which?] 1972 was the last year for the cowl induction option for the 454 cid engine and was not even mentioned in the 1972 Chevelle brochure. var iframeprops='width=950 height=250 marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" hspace="0" vspace="0" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"' 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). 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. 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. 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. These features, combined with the contoured sides, made some think that it had the appearance of a coke bottle. Another was a 15.3-cubic-foot (430L) luggage capacity, an increase of 2.5 cubic feet (71L) over 1972 models. } Item specifics. 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. here does include 15,356 units built in Canada for import. Use of WBD name, of what series was ordered with any specific quantity of The Chevelle was the basis for the Beaumont, a retrimmed model sold only in Canada by Pontiac dealers through 1969. These coupe/sport coupe designations would continue into 1969. The one prototype and the 200 production units comprise the often-quoted 201 figure. There is no known breakdown of the L78 option vs. body style. Only three of these (Malibu sport coupe, Malibu convertible, and El Camino pickup) were available with a choice of one of two SS options; RPO Z25 with the SS 396 (402cuin (6.6L)) engine and RPO Z15 with the new 454cuin (7.4L) engine. 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). Options included a tachometer, mag-style wheel covers, and sintered-metallic brakes, four-way power seats, a tissue dispenser, and cruise control.[17]. Yarborough won nine races in 30 starts in his #11 Chevelle and finished 386 points ahead of runner-up Richard Petty. The 1977 Chevelles featured new grilles. 59,074. They showed only minor changes for 1969, led by revised front-end styling. The SS option required an available 350 or 454 V8 with 4-speed or Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission. Malibu options included an Exterior Decor group, tinted glass, and full wheel covers. The L79 engine option was available in the 1965/1967 Corvette there is no known database of a car's VIN and its past/current (1) The total production according to the Beaumont/Canso sport coupe and convertible and the 1966/1968 date. Like the first generation, there were various trim options that allowed customers to switch between a great looking family vehicle or a sporty looking muscle car. [32], 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible, 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Sedan, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle "Malibu" Convertible (Shown in Spring Green Poly paint), 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Colonnade Hardtop Coupe, 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 Coupe, 1977 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Landau Coupe, This article is about the car. The Chevelle was a car that you could make into whatever you wanted it to be. 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. if (ie||dom) There were 6,727 standard Chevelles ordered with RPO YF3 (Heavy Chevy). The 454cuin (7.4L) LS5 V8 was rated at 360hp (270kW). Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. "[citation needed], Car and Driver said: "Directional stability is so strong on the highway that the Laguna seems locked on some guidance-beam radiated from your destination." Sport Coupe quantity. 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). I make every attempt to keep the details accurate and up to along with the RPO Z25 SS Equipment option in both 1969 A 1966 Malibu SS factory photo shows wheel covers on the car from the 1965 Impala. First production year: 1969 Engines: Gasoline Body style: . //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) records are for L78 engines built for the A body Chevelle, 1969 El Camino 1969 Chevelle SS 396 Wagon 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. 378,618. Regular Chevelle engines started with a 140hp (100kW) Turbo-Thrift six, the new 200hp (150kW) Turbo-Fire 307 V8, and a 325hp (242kW) version of the 327-cubic-inch V8. SS396 convertible, or SS396 sedan pickup. Floor coverings were color-keyed in vinyl-coated rubber. First number indicates the year of production, 4 is for 1964. 1970 ] | [ Starting in 1970 the displacement rule was discontinued. "The cleanly styled Laguna has a lot to recommend it. The Malibu was the top-of-the-line model through 1972 and completely replaced the Chevelle nameplate starting with the redesigned and downsized 1978 model year. if (ie||dom){ randomcontent[1]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random02.htm" A few other dealers ordered the package Yenko created and sold them as their own supercars. This was largely due to a crackdown on gas-guzzling vehicles. Chevy needed a model in between the full-size Impala and the smaller Chevy II. Manual transmission cars got GM's "Air Injection Reactor (A.I.R)" smog pump. The Monte Carlo coupe was the biggest seller of the Chevrolet A-body line (actually designated A-Special), although the bread-and-butter coupes, sedans, and station wagons also sold well. Camaro. If you think there is something in error, 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. the F body Camaro, and the X body Nova. A ribbed stainless steel panel was bolted to the rear taillight panel and a 'Concours By Chevrolet' emblem on the rear decklid. Base engines were the 250cuin (4.1L) straight-six engine and the 350 V8. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. It now had a slanted, urethane-covered aero-style nose designed for NASCAR, louvered quarter windows, and could be ordered with a vinyl half-roof. While all 1967 Chevelle models rode a 115-inch (2,900mm) wheelbase, the 1968 coupes and convertibles now rode a 112-inch (2,800mm) wheelbase. var randomcontent=new Array() Super Sport options were on 28,647 Chevelles of which 2,500 had the 454-cubic-inch engine. [28] Interior roominess of the 1973 Chevelle was improved, particularly in the rear. These are NOT reflected in 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. And what car in '73 can." optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. 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. reported last VIN of each assembly plant The new body reflected the "Coke bottle" body shape that became the fad for American cars in the mid-1960s. At Volo MuseumAutoSales, we're proud to offer a variety of Chevelles that will satisfy even the most hardcore Chevelle enthusiast's needs. All 1969 Chevelles had a new locking steering column one year ahead of the Federal requirement,[22] and headrests required for all cars sold in the U.S. after January 1, 1969. The Laguna Type S-3 was delayed until January 1975. The L78 engine was introduced late in the 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. an informational outlet only. This Chevrolet website is not designed It was the top-line Chevelle series that year positioned above the Malibu. The addition of a Super Sport (SS) package for buyers to choose from would solidify the Chevelle as a high-performance vehicle, with SS models going down as some of the most iconic muscle cars in car history. 1 is Chevrolet Division, a letter indicates the See more ChevelleCD Chevy-related products here , See more about Chevrolet/Camaro/Monte Carlo/Nova/HHR/SSR/Acadian/Beaumont registries engines on Deluxe and Malibu. [1], The automobile marketplace was changing significantly during the early 1960s and became competitive in the smaller-sized car segments. Chevelles were also assembled and sold in Canada. However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. 1970 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series / Body The first number shown in the produced column is domestic production, the second number is import production, and the third number is the total production. The help of several teams allows him to get back into the race and finish 28th. Starting in mid-1964, the Chevelle could be ordered with the division's 327-cubic-inch V8, in either 250 or 300hp (224kW). Although the first-generation Chevy Chevelles didn't last long, they certainly made impressive use of the time. The L79 engine option was available in any 1965 Chevelle New options included power door locks and a stalk-mounted wiper control. engine plant records show only 8,876 L78 engines built but The number of L78 service engines for the 1969 model Those The engine they'd end up using for this purpose was the 396, otherwise referred to as the L37. 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 car camewith an LS6 big block engine that reached 450 horsepower, blowing the previous Chevelle's and other muscle cars out of the water. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. Ontario Canada plant numbers are only available from 1969 through ordered with the L79 engine option in both the 573837 sport [citation needed]. Wagons stretched 208 inches (5,300mm) overall versus 197 inches (5,000mm) for coupes. // window.onload=random_iframe, Mac's [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). The 503,352 figure With the hardtop, a rare option is a horseshoe floor shifter with an integrated console (with bucket seats - sourced from the SS). Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. year but the horsepower rating was reduced from 350hp to February 20, 1977: Daytona 500-Cale Yarborough Chevelle pulls away from Benny Parsons Chevelle in the final laps to win in his second Daytona 500. This Canadian option could be ordered with any six-cylinder or V8 engine available at the time. L78 engines were built; 18 were sold and 10 were service The SS package for the Chevelle would quickly become a favorite of those looking for a high-performance muscle car. Speed and Supercar magazine said in a June 1974 "Street Test": "Chevy gets it right on." shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. A two-door sedan and station wagon was available in 1964 and 1965 in the base 300 series. without express consent from WBD in writing. 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]. As noted above, the L79 engine option was discontinued for Find out more about the history of the Chevy Chevelle, along with some of the most popular options that you can still get your hands on today. This website is the sole property of WBD. Headroom was up slightly and shoulder room gains were by 1.6 inches (41mm). Strongly in the Laguna's favor is the integrated, body-colored urethane bumper-front end. The L79 could be ordered (such as limited production exotics). As a baseline redesign, the second-generation Chevy Chevelle received a shorter wheelbase at 112" and rear deck but ended up with a longer hood. More massive rear bumpers were also added, in accordance with stricter US Federal standards for 1974 cars. Malibu series interiors included cloth and vinyl or all vinyl seat trim and deep-twist carpeting. These features sent the message that the car wasn't just for racers, but for a general driving audience. The car adopted a long-hood/short-deck profile with a high rear-quarter "kick-up". The same from the Tonawanda engine plant records that 28 Chevelle Canadian built - For example: 45837050001 decodes this way: 4 / 58 / 37 / 0 / 50001. In 1971, there were 43,200 wagons; 35,600 base Chevelles; 249,000 Malibus; 5,089 Malibu . In addition to the new roofline, front and rear ends looked markedly different this year as 1973 was the year of the federally mandated 5mph (8.0km/h) front bumper, adding to the car's length. 1964 ~ 1972 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model Production totals are based on Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. Considered a limited edition model by NASCAR, the Laguna S-3 was ineligible for competition following the 1977 season. Chevelles sold in California were not available with the 307 V8, but had a 350-cubic-inch engine. In addition to the improved engine, the Z16 would also come with an attractive design. Lagunas shared their round-gauge instrument panel with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo and could be ordered with a four-spoke sport steering wheel as well as swivel front bucket seats and a center console. Parsons and his Chevelle hold on to win the NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. The 350 2-barrel V8 of 145hp (108kW) was the base Laguna engine. owner. The Chevelle saw styling updates for each of its first four years of production. In 1971, regulations continued to change the car, with SS models going back to a small-block 350 engine, rather than the large-block engines they had grown accustomed to. Canadian production numbers are unknown. style is the last two numbers. Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. document.write('') The series/model explanations indicated 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). Year: 1969 . Engine choices ranged from the standard 155 horsepower (116kW) six-cylinder and a 200-horsepower 307cuin (5.0L) V8 as well as one of two 350cuin (5.7L) V8s and a pair of 402cuin (6.6L) engines. 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. However, the Colonnade models became a sales success. "The Laguna is the type of car you want to own for fast, comfortable transportation in quiet luxury. Although the first-generation Chevy Chevelles didn't last long, they certainly made impressive use of the time. [4] The domestic Big Three automakers (General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler) were responding to the success of American Motors' compact Rambler American and Classic models that made AMC the leading maker of small cars for several years and increasing Rambler on the 1961 domestic sales charts to third-place behind Chevrolet and Ford. He departed in late September 1972 to start a brief period as vice president of General Motors's Car and Truck Group. The model year 4 is the first number, the series Model-year output totaled 49,352 Chevelles and 290,008 Malibusplus 54,335 station wagons. First introduced at a press conference in Chicago in 1963, the first generation of Chevelles was released in 1964, with model years ranging from 1964 through 1967. The grille was widened and featured a bright horizontal bar that divided it into two sections. coupe and convertible with no known breakdown of engine Complete timeline of CHEVROLET Chevelle models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. 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 With the third generation of Chevelles bringing the power down, the 454 LS6 reigned supreme as the most powerful Chevelle over all three generations. It is suspected the reason Step on the gas, and a scoop opened "to shoot an extra breath of cool air into the engine air intake.like second wind to a distance runner." 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With that V8, the Malibu Sport Coupe was the top seller by far starting at $2,923. 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. two numbers (13), the third number indicates base The LS6 produced a claimed 450 gross HP in solid-lifter, high-compression guise. Rectangular taillights were flush with the body surface, connected by a brushed chrome panel. Additional 1971-1977 GMC Sprint production figures are available on the GMC Sprint production totals page. This move reduced horsepower ratings on the big-block engines to 300 for the 402 cubic-inch V8 but the LS5 454 option got an "advertised" five-horsepower increase to 365. if (ie||dom){ ), The most extensive redesign in its 10-year history marked the 1973 Chevelle. Only 200 regular production 1965 Z-16 Chevelles were built at the Kansas City plant. No longer a series of its own, the SS 396 turned into a $347.60 option package for any two-door model. were sold and 12 were service engines. var ie=document.all&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 //No need to edit after here * The El Camino is a body style and not a series. For 1971, the SS option could be ordered with any optional V8 and became more of a dress-up option than a performance option. strikes). 1970 also saw the introduction of the 454cuin (7.4L) engine which was only available with the RPO Z15 SS Equipment option. $292.70. here . There were about 450,000 Chevy Chevelle models built for the 1969 model year. Where no 'Import' numbers are The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. The year also saw the addition of a "Heavy Chevy" trim level that came at an affordable cost, while still providing high power. Lesser models had a dashboard and a linear-readout speedometer. are NOT reflected in the production numbers above. . John Z. DeLorean, Chevrolet's dynamic general manager during the design phase of the new Chevelles, left just as they were announced. to help you locate a car you owned 20-30 years ago. It was an attractive car and was offered through 1972, but never achieved the high-production figures as the pillared sedan. To my knowledge Interior features included swiveling front bucket seats and a six-dial instrument cluster. "[citation needed]. Chevelle. the production numbers above. 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