63620. 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 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. Upscale versions were Malibus including the convertible models. The six-cylinder version ran $90 less. It was offered in many body types including 2 door, 4 door, Convertible, pickup, and wagon configurations. Use of WBD name, 1970 ] | [ If you love the Chevelles and wish you could get your hands on one, you're in luck. If you think there is something in error, [6] Built on a 115-inch (2,900mm) wheelbase, the new Chevelle was similar in size, simplicity, and concept to what were classified as the "standard-sized" 19551957 Chevrolet models. Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. The "Malibu SS" emblems were carried over from the 1965 Malibu SS series. Optional on Malibu Classic coupes were swiveling bucket seats in cloth or vinyl. var randomcontent=new Array() Front disc brakes were available on all models, and a new dual master cylinder brake system incorporated a warning light. 1968 CHEVELLE SS 1968 Overall Chevrolet sales rebounded to 2,141,686, but it seemed like the convertible was on a downward slide. Large wraparound taillamps went into a new rear end with standard backup lights. Corvette. He held off a late rally by Cale Yarborough to win by only 67.15 points. 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. The 300 Deluxe 2-door sedan was canceled and replaced by the base Chevelle Sport Coupe, a 2-door pillarless hardtop. Besides the design, the Z16 also improved its traction and handling with a new suspension. 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. *. Options for any Chevelle included a 350 4-barrel V8 of 175hp (130kW) and a 454 4-barrel V8 rated at 245hp (183kW). 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. Corvette. 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). To permit usage of the lower-octane fuels, all engines featured low compression ratios (9:1 and lower; well below the 10.25-11.25:1 range on high-performance engines of 1970 and earlier). Vent windows were also removed on the cars. 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RPO L78 Production Figures for the would be used. Year: 1969 . L79 engine could be ordered in any body style or series to help you locate a car you owned 20-30 years ago. document.write('') The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. Chevelles with the mid-1965 Z-16 option, priced at US$1,501 in 1965,[11] had the emblem on the front fender as well as distinct in-house style numbers: 737 for the hardtop and 767 for the convertible. Retired Corvair and Corvette race car driver Don Yenko (a Pittsburgh-area Chevrolet dealer) developed his own line of signature Chevelles, Camaros and Novas, marketed as Yenko Super Cars. In early 1964 and 1965, Chevelles had a Malibu SS badge on the rear quarter panel. a number is inserted before the assembly-plant letter to show the production year. The manual-shift feature of the Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission was featured. document.write('') The standard Chevelle SS engine was a two-barrel 350-cubic-inch V8 rated at 245 gross (165 net) horsepower. Body styles included coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons. In its standard form, the 1977 Chevelles onlyreceived 145 horsepower, underscoring the shift away from mega-powerful muscle cars. Chevy's midsize production rose this year. The SS 396 sport coupe started at $2,899 - or $236 more than a comparable Malibu with its 307-cubic-inch V8. California residents: Do Not Sell My Info More Info. were available. Optional was a four-barrel carbureted version of the 350 V8 rated at 275 gross (200 net with dual exhaust and 175 net with single exhaust) horsepower. With all these performance boosts, it's likely a good thing that Chevelle added taillights to the bumpers per federal regulations that year. ordered with the L79 engine option in both the 573837 sport here . In 1970 it's known For Advertised at 450 hp, the LS6 represented the pinnacle of Mark IV big-block performance in its day. the 1966 Chevelle model year. Chevelle options included headlight washers, power windows and locks, and a rear defroster. 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. 47707. 47142. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with Cutlass Production Numbers Mopar Decoding Mopar Engine Colors Mopar Fender Tag Decoding 4-Speed Transmission Decoding Engine Decoding Mopar VIN Decoding VIN 1964 & 1965 VIN 1966 & 1967 VIN 1968 & 1974 Chevelle Production Numbers Subscribe to our mailing list except the SS396 sport coupe or SS396 convertible. Unitized 3-point seat belts were introduced as on all Chevrolet models. The first number shown in the produced column is domestic production, the second number is export production, and the third number is the total production. 9,612 units of 13637 Malibu sport coupes were produced for sale See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . series, be it 2- or 4-door sedan, sport coupe, convertible, All other engines on the SS roster were unchanged from 1971. 2,155. Chevy II/Nova. However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. The model year 4 is the first number, the series * The El Camino is a body style and not a series. Floor coverings were color-keyed in vinyl-coated rubber. In 1969 412 L89 optioned L78s were built; 400 To my knowledge [27] New options included swivel bucket seats with console for coupes and Turbine I steel-backed urethane wheels. SS396 sport coupes and convertibles used the same Malibu sport coupe and convertible bodies with reinforced frames and revised front suspension: higher-rate springs, recalibrated shocks, and thicker front stabilizer bar, but with different exterior trim. Crossflow radiators and coolant reservoirs that prevented air from entering the system prevented overheating.[30]. Critics compared the GM Colonnade line favorably to Ford and Chrysler intermediates. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD Chevelle. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 Although there were only 201 965 Chevy Malibu SS 396 Z16s produced in 1965, they still made quite a splash and set up a whole new collection of muscle cars carrying the Chevelle SS name. * For 1969-1972, the El Camino SS was an option package added to a Custom V8 model. The Laguna Type S-3 was delayed until January 1975. New dual round taillights were integral with the back bumper. Malibu Classics, again the top model, switched to a vertical grille pattern and six-section taillights but kept their twin stacked headlights and stand-up hood ornament. GM's sales reports indicate 9,486 sold. 2,673 13427/13437 300 Deluxe coupes/sport coupes were produced for sale In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. August 1976: Cale Yarborough drove his #11 Junior Johnson/Holly Farms Chevelle to the 1976 NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. and 1970. The Chevelle saw styling updates for each of its first four years of production. . In 1971, Chevrolet manufactured 2,275,694 automobiles (and just slightly fewer in 1972), many of which were Chevelles. This is followed by the serial number . The standard engine was 350cuin (5.7L) producing 145hp (108kW) with a 2-barrel carburetor, with options for a 150hp (112kW) 2-barrel or 180hp (134kW) 4-barrel 400cuin (6.6L) V8, and a 230hp (172kW) 454cuin (7.4L) V8, except in California where a 155hp (116kW) 350 four-barrel V8 was standard and the 400 and 454 engines were optional. an informational outlet only. 1972 ]. Variable-ratio power steering was now standard with V8 models, and all 1975 models came with steel-belted radial tires and a catalytic converter. 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. Other options included power windows and door locks. year but the horsepower rating was reduced from 350hp to Contact page and describe the issue. The LS6 produced a claimed 450 gross HP in solid-lifter, high-compression guise. was not available in the 13680 Malibu series El Camino. RPO L89 aluminum head options and are included in the overall The SS option was dropped at the end of the model year. with a 402-4 engine (U). L79 engine options. along with the RPO Z25 SS Equipment option in both 1969 1969 Chevelles were billed as "America's most popular mid-size car." 1970 Chevelle Concours Estate LS3 400 BB wagon. (4) Neither convertibles nor station wagons were assembled at Atlanta in Canada according to Vintage Vehicle Services; 903 with RPO Z25 and No longer a series of its own, the SS 396 turned into a $347.60 option package for any two-door model. Team Chevelle Gold #50. In 1971 the single exhaust version of the 402 cid engine produced 206 net hp, but only appeared in the full-size Chevrolet brochure. are NOT reflected in the production numbers above. 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. To my knowledge [28] Interior roominess of the 1973 Chevelle was improved, particularly in the rear. 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. engines on order forms and build sheets but these engines Like the 1965 model year the These economy-focused models included a simulated floor carpet made of vinyl-coated rubber color-matched to four available interior colors. 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). 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. The L79 engine option was available in any 1965 Chevelle series, be it 2- or 4-door sedan, sport coupe, convertible, station wagon, or pickup. John Z. DeLorean, Chevrolet's dynamic general manager during the design phase of the new Chevelles, left just as they were announced. if (ie||dom) The rarest Chevelle is the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertiblesome believe that less than20 were ever produced. Condition: Used. The 1968 Chevelle received an all-new distinctly sculpted body with tapered front fenders and a rounded beltline. 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. Surprisingly, the Chevelle also released a few four-door sedan models, as well as releasing two or four-door station wagon models. It also included GR70-15 radial tires. The 1972 Chevelle series had wide enough appeal to qualify as America's second-best-selling 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. in your browser's window when reporting it. These Chevelles were available with the same equipment as non-SS Malibu models in the U.S. and did not get the domed hood or the blackout front and rear treatment. 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. The SS package for the Chevelle would quickly become a favorite of those looking for a high-performance muscle car. Two Laguna station wagons were introduced, including a Laguna Estate. Station wagons were the entry-level Nomad, the Chevelle-level Greenbrier, the Malibu-level Concours, and an upscale Concours Estate. It again featured quarter window louvers and a sloped, body-color urethane front end. The Series/Model columns correspond to VIN series & body style By 1966, the SS was so popular that it became its own model, rather than a package to be added to the baseline Chevelle. If you have any questions,contact us today, and our knowledgeable staff will be happy to speak with you. Hardtop coupes featured a semi-fastback, flowing roofline with a long hood and short deck, influenced by the all-new Camaro. 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 . The 350 2-barrel V8 of 145hp (108kW) was the base Laguna engine. Two-door hardtop coupes, and convertibles, four-door sedans, and four-door station wagons were offered throughout the entire run. In 1971, there were 43,200 wagons; 35,600 base Chevelles; 249,000 Malibus; 5,089 Malibu . 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. $292.70. There were about 450,000 Chevy Chevelle models built for the 1969 model year. Example: 13667 indicates a Malibu V8 (6) 2-door convertible (67), 1972 Chevelle: the El Camino was included in the SS396 series so the L78 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. Caveats: If you think there is something in error, V8. 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. New options included power door locks and a stalk-mounted wiper control. Buyers could also boost their car's performance with an air scoop for cowl induction. This was called a control office production order. Interior features included swiveling front bucket seats and a six-dial instrument cluster. The Bresler was based on the Doble steam engine.[23]. This website is designed and maintained Use of WBD name, owner. The Oshawa, Clearances for spring travel were also revised; the coil springs at each wheel were computer-selected to match the individual car's weight. It was not available with the overhead-valve "Turbo-Thrift" six-cylinder engine. "[citation needed]. The 503,352 figure This 4-door hardtop used the same body as the 1968-71 models, and although it was attractive, it was the least popular body style in the lineup. Parsons and his Chevelle hold on to win the NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. This website is the sole property of WBD. by Webs by Dale (WBD). [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. The 1968 model year would be the final year for the L79 325hp 396 cid SS396 engine. Rear seat legroom was up 3.5in (89mm) in sedans. Year. 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 The L78 engine was introduced late in the 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. The fastback appearance was a revival of a streamlining bodystyle on all GM products from 1942 until 1950, as demonstrated on the Chevrolet Fleetline. function random_iframe(){ Malibu SS also came with a four-gauge cluster in place of engine warning lights, and a dash-mounted tachometer was optional. Ontario Canada plant numbers are only available from 1969 through The Chevelle line came to a somewhat anticlimactic end in 1977 with the release of the 1977 Chevrolet Chevelle and Malibu series of cars. 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. Malibu grilles changed little. 1967 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series / Body. The SS equipment option requirements remained the same as those in 1971, any optional V8. The Chevelle Laguna in particular was successful allowing Cale Yarborough to win 34 races and earn the first two of three consecutive Grand National championships. logo and identity is strictly prohibited by law. (1) The total production according to the A ribbed stainless steel panel was bolted to the rear taillight panel and a 'Concours By Chevrolet' emblem on the rear decklid. Options included Superlift air shock absorbers, Strato-ease headrests, and special instrumentation. quantity. Free shipping for many products! 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 . The sixth character classifies the year in which the car was produced. Design, "The Laguna is the type of car you want to own for fast, comfortable transportation in quiet luxury. 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. There are no known breakdowns Chevrolet specifications for 1971 included both "gross" and "net" horsepower figures for all engines. Since Chevrolet started to refer to their mid-size cars as Malibus in 1978, 1977 was the last year that Chevrolet gave models the Chevelle name. Two six-cylinder engines and several V8s were offered in every model. Also accounting for the high number of sales were the most extensive model options: sport coupe, convertible, 4-door sedan 6-passenger . here . and 1970 and was only available with the RPO Z25 SS Equipment The Chevelle was a car that you could make into whatever you wanted it to be. The new body reflected the "Coke bottle" body shape that became the fad for American cars in the mid-1960s. 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. The 454 engine option was available for the first half of the model year after which the 400 engine became the top engine. This Chevrolet website is not designed The third-generation Chevelle was an extensively used body style in NASCAR competition from 1973 through 1977. In addition to the standard 350 2 barrel V8, Laguna models featured specific front and rear styling including a body-colored urethane front end concealing the new 5mph bumper system. 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. In four-door sedan form, too, the Malibu Classics outsold base models by a substantial margin. 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. shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. by Webs by Dale (WBD). The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle model year . The LS5 454cuin (7.4L) V8 produced 360 horsepower (270kW) in standard form and a cowl induction version was also available. The L79 engine option was available in the 1965/1967 Corvette A small "Chevelle" nameplate was located in the lower-left corner of the grille. 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. if (ie||dom) 38,111. Part of the General Motors (GM) A-body platform, the Chevelle was one of Chevrolet's most successful nameplates. More massive rear bumpers were also added, in accordance with stricter US Federal standards for 1974 cars. The trim options for the SS would decrease, with 283 and 327 engines dropped entirely. 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. Ultimately, with all of the models and packages offered for these vehicles, there's going to be a lot of mixed opinions on which one is the most popular. model year. [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. Canadian built - For example: 45837050001 decodes this way: 4 / 58 / 37 / 0 / 50001. A 1966 Malibu SS factory photo shows wheel covers on the car from the 1965 Impala. owner. . Chevrolet's published figure for the 1967 model year are 403,963 units . They are also curiously competing on the NASCAR circuit tracks, and selling as fast as they can be hauled to the dealerships. Nimble, quick and responsive." 10,828 units of 13637 Malibu sport coupes were produced for sale in 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). For example, the SS396 came with a 396 cubic inch Turbo-Jet V8 engine that had 325 horsepower, with the possibility to upgrade to 350 or 375 horsepower engines for an extra charge. A Chevelle SE (special edition) was available and provided front and rear spoilers, turbine II wheels, F60-15 tires, special graphics and decals, quarter window trim, front and rear sway bars, sport suspension, and a deluxe interior. 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. The L78 engine option was available as an optional engine There were 19,293 Malibu/Custom El Camino series equipped with RPO Z15 (SS) and of these 9,502 were ordered with SS454. WBD shall not be held liable The Chevelle SS 396 became a series of its own in 1966 with series/style numbers 13817 and 13867. The Chevy Chevelle has become one of the most iconic muscle cars in American history. For 1975, Front and rear changes included a vertical grid-patterned grille and new bright trim around the headlights. Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. } RPO Z25 SS equipment option included one of these 402 cid engines, but was still marketed as a 396. Chevelles were also assembled and sold in Canada. Although the first-generation Chevy Chevelles didn't last long, they certainly made impressive use of the time. 1 is Chevrolet Division, a letter indicates the were replaced with the RPO L72 427 cid engine. Where no 'Import' numbers are shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. Through the 1970s, California cars often had different powertrains than those marketed in states with less-stringent emissions regulations. L78 engines were built; 18 were sold and 10 were service Deluxe series interiors featured cloth and vinyl or knit vinyl seat trim. 50 of these cars were built. ChevyWorld.net was created as The 1969 Chevelle Super Sport featured a single-piece chromed bumper at the front and a quad-headlights design. It combined Laguna luxury with the upgraded handling of the SS, which it replaced. A single chrome bar connected quad headlights (which became a familiar Chevrolet trademark) with a revised front grille, now cast in ABS plastic, and a slotted bumper held the parking lights. Although Tailfins. At that point, big-block engines had already been discontinued, and the performance from the last Chevelle Malibus was nothing to write home about. I make every attempt to keep the details accurate and up to Second and third numbers indicate the series designation, 36 is for a Malibu w/ 8 cylinder. Production totals are based on This was now called a coupe (or pillar coupe) while the 2-door hardtop remained a sport coupe. Example: 1D80U indicates a Malibu series (D) Custom El Camino (80) GM mandated all divisions design their engines to run on lower-octane regular, low-lead, or unleaded gasoline. 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. The 454cuin (7.4L) LS5 V8 was rated at 360hp (270kW). RPO L79 Production Figures for the The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. The SS option required an available 350 or 454 V8 with 4-speed or Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission. The 402 cid big-block engine continued to be optional as the SS 396 but was only available in one horsepower rating, 300 gross (260 net) horsepower, and was not available with cowl induction. last letter notes specific engine. document.getElementById("dynstuff") : document.all.dynstuff L78 engine orders that were already in the pipeline were Motorious. Chevelles sold in California were not available with the 307 V8, but had a 350-cubic-inch engine. The Chevrolet Chevelle is a mid-sized automobile that was produced by Chevrolet in three generations for the 1964 through 1978 model years. [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). Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. Base Chevelles got a thinner, plain bar with no ornamentation. 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