These Concours options (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) should not be confused with the two Concours station wagons. In our case the numbers are 6 and 7, which stands for a 2-door convertible body style. ChevyWorld.net was created as 1966 ] | [ if (ie||dom) Options included Superlift air shock absorbers, Strato-ease headrests, and special instrumentation. A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. [14] After 1965, the Malibu SS badge disappeared except for those sold in Canada. Three colors[which?] logo and identity is strictly prohibited by law. The 1977 models were the last to bear the Chevelle name; with the all-new 1978 models, Malibu became the basic name for Chevrolet's midsize cars. Design, //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) 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. GM records show the count (9,486) from sales records and by Webs by Dale (WBD). and not Fisher Body plate Style numbers. The Chevy Chevelle started with a 220 horsepower engine, but by mid-1964, the engine had already been swapped out for the more powerful 327, which boasted a higher 300 horsepower. The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. 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 . One convertible was reportedly specially built for Chevy General Manager Knudsen, but is understood to have been destroyed. vs. body style. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" The truth is that no one really knows. For 1965, Chevrolet also added the 350-hp 327 V8 as a Regular Production Option (RPO) L79. 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. New round instrument pods replaced the former linear layout. in the bullets below are for the VIN and not the Fisher Body trim if (ie||dom){ 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. RPO Z25 SS equipment option included one of these 402 cid engines, but was still marketed as a 396. . var randomcontent=new Array() //No need to edit after here It was the top-line Chevelle series that year positioned above the Malibu. 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. Jul 9, 2020 3 min read. The car has a very tight feeling, a by-product of the heavily ribbed underbody and double paneled roof. //Specify IFRAME display attributes 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. Smaller side marker lighting bezels were phased in (shared with the Camaro and using the lens assembly as the previous year). Year. function random_iframe(){ an informational outlet only. 47142. A small "Chevelle" nameplate was located in the lower-left corner of the grille. . [5] The innovative Chevrolet Corvair and the Chevy II, which was designed to compete with Ford's Falcon, were losing ground. Chevrolet's decision to engineer a mid-sized vehicle paid off, with338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. These coupe/sport coupe designations would continue into 1969. model year. Chevelle. 41791. in your browser's window when reporting it. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with and engine type (L6 vs. V8) are the 2nd and 3rd numbers and body //This credit MUST stay intact for use At the time, the largest engine being installed in Chevelle SSs was the 396 c.i.d. * The El Camino is a body style and not a series. // window.onload=random_iframe, Mac's 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. [24][25] There were 4,475 LS6 Chevelles produced. 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. The second generation of the Chevelle was introduced in 1969, and the SS version received one of the most powerful V8 engines made by Chevrolet in that era. Surprisingly, the Chevelle also released a few four-door sedan models, as well as releasing two or four-door station wagon models. Floor coverings were color-keyed in vinyl-coated rubber. The 1969 model year was the only U.S.-built Chevelle year to begin the sequence with 300,001. The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. Chevy II/Nova. Those Stickers, Calendars, Misc. A one-year Nomad trim, called the Nomad Custom, was offered. would be used. To my knowledge Buyers could also boost their car's performance with an air scoop for cowl induction. The rear bumper on the Laguna S-3 was chrome-plated rather than painted body color as on the 1973 car. was not available in the 13680 Malibu series El Camino. [13] The available 283-cubic-inch four-barrel V8 engine was rated at 220hp (164kW), the same rating as the 1957 Chevrolet Power-Pak 283 engine. Some mistakes can be made, but 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. All Malibus had concealed wipers. records are for L78 engines built for the A body Chevelle, The 1970 ChevelleLS6 is likely one of the most valuable muscle cars in the world, selling for$1,150,000 at a 2013 auction. [ 1964 ] | [ It was not available with the overhead-valve "Turbo-Thrift" six-cylinder engine. There are over 1300 pages and 8500 images var iframeprops='width=950 height=250 marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" hspace="0" vspace="0" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"' 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. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD The SS option was dropped at the end of the model year. If you think there is something in error, The L89 production numbers are not over and above This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. Front disc brakes were available on all models, and a new dual master cylinder brake system incorporated a warning light. 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. 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. Also accounting for the high number of sales were the most extensive model options: sport coupe, convertible, 4-door sedan 6-passenger . RPO L78 Production Figures for the 1969 El Camino 1969 Chevelle SS 396 Wagon It is suspected the reason is Chevrolet did Approximately 75 Z-16s are presently accounted for. if (ie||dom) The L78 engine was available in the 1967-1970 Camaro. Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. 63620. 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 The more upmarket Malibu continued to sell best by a wide margin and many Chevelles went to the fleet market, but the costlier Laguna coupe and sedan made a respectable showing, with 56,036 going to customers. In Canada, sporty Chevelles continued to wear "Malibu SS" badges for the 1966 and early 1967 model years. In 1970 it's known Plans to release the updated A-body lineup was scheduled for the 1972 model year but a strike that occurred at some GM assembly plants delayed the release for a full model year, eventually extending the lifecycle of the 1968-era generation; the redesigned A-bodies were designed in a studio where it had more of a European influence - at the time of development John Z. DeLorean was the chairman at the Chevrolet division where he delayed some product releases and extending the lifecycle of some of its products; the redesigned A-bodies had some styling cues lifted from the concurrent second-generation F-bodies - the front suspension was integrated into the A-body redesign with output from respective GM divisions (each division had its own sheet metal design). October 21, 1973: American 500-Benny Parsons pits for repairs after an early crash. was replaced with the Z15 SS 454 Equipment option. 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. 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. There are over 1300 pages and 8500 images 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. This website is the sole property of WBD. A 4-door hardtop-styled Sport Sedan joined the Malibu series. "The Laguna's urethane nose cap allows the front end to be flat and free of gaps in this day of jutting bumpers; its block-cut fenders are chauvinistically masculine, and no sheet metal is wasted cloaking its tires from viewso the Laguna looks like it could bowl over most of the cars on the road. there is no known database of a car's VIN and its past/current Lesser models had a dashboard and a linear-readout speedometer. *. there is no known database of a car's VIN and its past/current 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". Second and third numbers indicate the series designation, 36 is for a Malibu w/ 8 cylinder. Caveats: (1) The total production according to the reported last VIN of each assembly plant totals 375,618 leaving 3,000 units unaccounted for in U.S production: 378,618 - 375,618 (VINS) = 3,000. The vehicle would not change much in 1972, with the year largely being a carryover period before the third generation released. series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp 396 cid engines. Wheelbase dimensions were retained; a 112in (2,800mm) for coupes and 116in (2,900mm) for sedans and station wagons, but bodies were five inches (127mm) longer and an inch wider with a 1-inch (25mm) wider wheel track. optioned with the L34 396 cid engine. 1970 Chevelle 300 series LS3 400 BB coupe, special order Monaco Orange. please note the exact page by its address They also had simulated hood scoops, red-stripe tires, and bright trim moldings. //Specify random URLs to display inside iframe It again featured quarter window louvers and a sloped, body-color urethane front end. The Laguna Type S-3 was delayed until January 1975. the 1966 Chevelle model year. The Oshawa, California residents: Do Not Sell My Info More Info. This was during the 1968 and 1969 model years. The unusually thin windshield pillars also contributed to much better visibility. The series/model explanations indicated In order for a 1970 Chevelle SS to be appropriately deemed Numbers Matching, it must meet all of the following requirements: the casting number of the engine block must be correct for the car. The 1967 models received a facelift. The 503,352 figure The LS6 454 option, which was originally announced as a regular production option on the Chevelle SS for 1971, was dropped early in the model year and no official records indicate that any 1971 Chevelles were assembled with the LS6 engine. along with the RPO Z25 SS Equipment option in both 1969 The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle model year . Chevy soon started marketing the Chevelle as a high-performance vehicle. Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. 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. Chevelle wagons measured 10 inches (250mm) shorter than full-size wagons and weighed about half a ton less, but sold much slower. (3) n/a indicates the series/model was not available with that engine GM's sales reports indicate 9,486 sold. Out of this large number only 323 cars with a 427 V-8 were produced. 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. RPO L78 Production Figures for the 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. Chevy II/ Nova; 1968 was the last year the Chevy II nameplate 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 115-inchwheelbase on the Chevelle took inspiration from the very popular 1955-1957 Chevys, using the same wheelbase size as the older Chevys. 38,111. quantity. The vehicle would borrow the Chevelle convertible's box-style frame, while also incorporating the power brake system and imposing rear axle of the Impala. by Webs by Dale (WBD). 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. Chevrolet honored California beach resorts once again by naming the top Chevelle series Laguna with the Malibu taking the middle spot while the base series was called simply Deluxe. This change in engine signaled Chevrolet's commitment to positioning the Chevell as a high-performance vehicle. V8) and the last two numbers indicates the body style within the Station wagons were the entry-level Nomad, the Chevelle-level Greenbrier, the Malibu-level Concours, and an upscale Concours Estate. The fastback appearance was a revival of a streamlining bodystyle on all GM products from 1942 until 1950, as demonstrated on the Chevrolet Fleetline. 9,612 units of 13637 Malibu sport coupes were produced for sale Optional on Malibu Classic coupes were swiveling bucket seats in cloth or vinyl. 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. L79 engine could be ordered in any body style or series (4) Neither convertibles nor station wagons were assembled at Atlanta There is no known breakdown of the L78 option vs. body style. 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). Production totals are based on They showed only minor changes for 1969, led by revised front-end styling. (2) Subtracting the 503,352 figure from 522,761 VIN's leaves 19,409 randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" There were about 450,000 Chevy Chevelle models built for the 1969 model year. Around an estimated 323 Chevelle 2-door hardtops were fitted with an L72 427cuin (7.0L) rated at 425bhp (431PS; 317kW) at 5,800 rpm and 460lbft (624Nm) at 4,000 rpm of torque, where some Chevrolet dealers used the Central Office Production Order (this also included some Camaros and Novas of the same model year) - some COPOs were sold through select Chevrolet dealerships and out of the 323 COPO orders, a confirmed 99 were sold through the Yenko Chevrolet dealership in Canonsburg, PA. During the 1969 model year, a police package (RPO B07) was available on the Chevelle 300 Deluxe 4-door sedan where some were optioned with the RPO L35 (396) motor along with a boxed frame (also shared with fleet orders e.g. In 1965, the SS would get an upgrade to its power, with a new L79 350hp engine becoming standard for that year's Z16 model. RPO L79 Production Figures for the He finished last in the Daytona 500, but assumed command of the points chase in August. The number of L78 service engines for the 1969 model 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. It is suspected the reason 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. 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. 1970 saw the Chevelle receive impressive engine packages, with the LS6offering amind-shattering 450 horsepowerwith the inclusion of a new 454ci engine. 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. * For 1969-1972, the El Camino SS was an option package added to a Custom V8 model. Production totaled 15,792 cars. The 300 Deluxe 2-door sedan was canceled and replaced by the base Chevelle Sport Coupe, a 2-door pillarless hardtop. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD Although the 1971 Chevelle retained the 1970 body, it was treated to new front-end and rear-end styling that included large Power-Beam single-unit headlights, a reworked grille and bumper, and integral park/signal/marker lights. Two Laguna station wagons were introduced, including a Laguna Estate. The L79 engine option was available in the 1965/1966 Acadian The L78 engine was introduced late in the 1968 model year accounting for the low production number. First production year: 1969 Engines: Gasoline Body style: . Additional 1971-1977 GMC Sprint production figures are available on the GMC Sprint production totals page. Production of the Laguna edged up to 9,100 cars. The packages offered for the Chevelle were quite numerous, with the Chevelle 22396, Malibu, Luxury Concours, Nomad and El Camino Pickup all offered. [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. Chevelle options included headlight washers, power windows and locks, and a rear defroster. 47707. All-vinyl bucket seats and a console were optional. the production numbers above. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. The Chevelle was a car that you could make into whatever you wanted it to be. Upscale versions were Malibus including the convertible models. This was called a control office production order. 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. Caveats: The height of the wheelbase made for easy, smooth-riding for passengers, which caused it to be a favorite choice of many families. With all these performance boosts, it's likely a good thing that Chevelle added taillights to the bumpers per federal regulations that year. CDs, Coins, Gifts, Super Sport options were on 28,647 Chevelles of which 2,500 had the 454-cubic-inch engine. Hardened engine valve seats and hydraulic camshafts made these engines reliable and allowed them to accept the increasingly popular unleaded regular gasoline. 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. John Z. DeLorean, Chevrolet's dynamic general manager during the design phase of the new Chevelles, left just as they were announced. Although Tailfins. A total of 37,215 Malibu Classic Landau coupes were produced, as opposed to 73,739 Malibu Classic coupes and 28,793 Malibu coupes. 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. 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. Complete timeline of CHEVROLET Chevelle models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. For 1971, the SS option could be ordered with any optional V8 and became more of a dress-up option than a performance option. Starting in 1970 the displacement rule was discontinued. 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. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. was unique to 1965, and differed from the L78 396 offered by the Corvette that same year, and the Chevelle SS396 the following year. 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 LS5 454cuin (7.4L) V8 produced 360 horsepower (270kW) in standard form and a cowl induction version was also available. on this website. Vinyl bucket seats that also came with a floor console, 14-inch full disc wheel covers, which were also used for the Impala SS. is true for the 1967 model year and for the 1968 model year There were 6,727 standard Chevelles ordered with RPO YF3 (Heavy Chevy). [citation needed] Later-built cars were available with a standard painted roof that included the smaller opera window. series, be it 2- or 4-door sedan, sport coupe, convertible, In 1971, Chevrolet manufactured 2,275,694 automobiles (and just slightly fewer in 1972), many of which were Chevelles. "The cleanly styled Laguna has a lot to recommend it. 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. As noted above, the L79 engine option was discontinued for engines on order forms and build sheets but these engines The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. 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. A new "Chevrolet Efficiency System" included GM's new High energy ignition (HEI) for longer tune-up intervals and more complete combustion. strikes). The grille on the Super Sport was painted flat black, other models got a silver-finished grille. 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). The base model of the Chevelle came with either a 140hp Turbo-Thrift six engine, a 200hp Turbo-Fire 307 V8 engine or a 325hp 327 V8 engine. In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. Registries for Chevelle/Camaro/Nova/HHR, Nomad, 4-door wagon, 2-seat conventional The 1972 Chevelle series had wide enough appeal to qualify as America's second-best-selling car. 1970 Chevelle Concours Estate LS3 400 BB wagon. owner. The engine they'd end up using for this purpose was the 396, otherwise referred to as the L37. 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. Along with improving the performance, this version of the SS arrived with front and rear seatbelts, a 160mph speedometer, padded dash and AM/FM radio. 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. At the center of this bar was a large Chevy bowtie for Malibus, or a large "SS" emblem for the SS models. Starting in January 1967, the Chevelle SS396 took over and became its own 138xx series, the same as in the U.S. In line with other Chevrolet series, the two-door hardtops were called Sport coupes. Six Cylinder Eight Cylinder : Series / Body Produced Series / Body Produced Total; Chevelle 300, 2 Dr Sedan: 3111: 9,663 129 9,792: 3211: These economy-focused models included a simulated floor carpet made of vinyl-coated rubber color-matched to four available interior colors. Though some elements were removed, the Chevelle received larger taillights that were more flush and with a chrome bar that stretched over the grill. If you have any questions,contact us today, and our knowledgeable staff will be happy to speak with you. 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. "[citation needed]. 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