All Malibus had concealed wipers. strikes). After Ford introduced the fifth generation of the Fairlane in 1966, GM prepared a proper answer: it was the Chevelle. This Chevrolet website is not designed CDs, Coins, Gifts, on this website. Annual facelifts continued. Malibu series interiors included cloth and vinyl or all vinyl seat trim and deep-twist carpeting. 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. The "Super Sport" versions were produced through the 1973 model year and Lagunas from 1973 through to 1976.[1]. 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". and engine type (L6 vs. V8) are the 2nd and 3rd numbers and body here . The six-cylinder version ran $90 less. Critics compared the GM Colonnade line favorably to Ford and Chrysler intermediates. Lesser Chevelles would get that change later. RPO L89 aluminum head options and are included in the overall Yarborough won nine races in 30 starts in his #11 Chevelle and finished 386 points ahead of runner-up Richard Petty. 1970 LS3 Malibu 400 BB convertible. series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp 396 cid engines. SS emblems, often placed in the center of the car's front grill. 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. Hardened engine valve seats and hydraulic camshafts made these engines reliable and allowed them to accept the increasingly popular unleaded regular gasoline. 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. About seven percent of all Malibus had a six-cylinder engine, while about 86,000 came with the SS 396 option. In four-door sedan form, too, the Malibu Classics outsold base models by a substantial margin. One convertible was reportedly specially built for Chevy General Manager Knudsen, but is understood to have been destroyed. The seller didn't enter the vehicle identification number correctly. 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. The Quantity number shown in parenthesis are the optional The standard Chevelle SS engine was a two-barrel 350-cubic-inch V8 rated at 245 gross (165 net) horsepower. See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . engine option for any Chevrolet. Surprisingly, the Chevelle also released a few four-door sedan models, as well as releasing two or four-door station wagon models. These economy-focused models included a simulated floor carpet made of vinyl-coated rubber color-matched to four available interior colors. It was the top-line Chevelle series that year positioned above the Malibu. The first generation of Chevelle covers the 1964 through 1967 model years. The SS 396 sport coupe started at $2,899 - or $236 more than a comparable Malibu with its 307-cubic-inch V8. 50 of these cars were built. } Forth and fifth numbers indicate the body style, 37 is for a 2 Door Sport Coupe. 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. engine plant records show only 8,876 L78 engines built but In 1969 the COPO Chevelles show L78 is true for the 1967 model year and for the 1968 model year Vent windows were also removed on the cars. head option in 1969, GM's documentation does mention 311. (37), 1965-1971 Chevelle: Chevrolet Division/Series was noted by the first The 1970 Chevelle and the 1970 Buick Skylark share the same roofline. and not Fisher Body plate Style numbers. 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. 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. [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. . The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. Although Tailfins. an informational outlet only. //Specify IFRAME display attributes 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. In early 1964 and 1965, Chevelles had a Malibu SS badge on the rear quarter panel. 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. //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) without express consent from WBD in writing. Crossflow radiators and coolant reservoirs that prevented air from entering the system prevented overheating.[30]. //No need to edit after here type. "What you'll see inside," claimed the sales brochure for the 1967 Chevelle, "will probably bring on a severe compulsion to go driving." The vehicle would not change much in 1972, with the year largely being a carryover period before the third generation released. A few other dealers ordered the package Yenko created and sold them as their own supercars. 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. (3) n/a indicates the series/model was not available with that engine 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. Speed and Supercar-June 1973: Driving impression 350 Laguna, 1973-77 NASCAR recap by the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide, Last edited on 25 February 2023, at 07:31. assassination of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. This website is the sole property of WBD. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD Chevrolet's published figure for the 1967 model year are 403,963 units . randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" Engines ranged from the standard 250 six and 350/2-barrel V8 to options of 400 and 454-cubic-inch size, the last with a 235-horsepower rating. The 300 Deluxe 2-door sedan was canceled and replaced by the base Chevelle Sport Coupe, a 2-door pillarless hardtop. If you think there is something in error, Design, A new "Chevrolet Efficiency System" included GM's new High energy ignition (HEI) for longer tune-up intervals and more complete combustion. A small "Chevelle" nameplate was located in the lower-left corner of the grille. 118,051. may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. The L78 engine was available in the 1967-1970 Camaro. Interiors were sourced and shared with select Buick, Oldsmobile, or Pontiac A body patterns - during the middle of the 1968 model year, some Chevrolet A-bodies (including the El Camino) ended up with interior door panels shared with the Buick or Oldsmobile A bodies (Special, Skylark) where supply and demand issues forced a substitution, and during the April 1968 production month in the wake of the assassination of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. there were some work stoppages (e.g. Estate Wagons and the Laguna Type S-3 were gone. The style number on a Fisher Body trim tag does not have the coupe and 573867 convertible with no known breakdown of The L78 engine option was removed from the engine option ordered with the L79 engine option in both the 573837 sport //For full source code, and Terms Of use, visit http://dynamicdrive.com This website is designed and maintained The second 402 cid engine was available under RPO, rated at 330hp with single exhaust, and was available in any V8 series except an SS optioned Malibu or El Camino. Malibu options included an Exterior Decor group, tinted glass, and full wheel covers. or Framingham in 1969. For 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. on this website. 787 Malibu convertibles were built for sale in Canada; 26 of these were A total of 37,215 Malibu Classic Landau coupes were produced, as opposed to 73,739 Malibu Classic coupes and 28,793 Malibu coupes. "[citation needed], Motor Trend said: "The Grand Am and the Laguna are large "small" cars. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" This Canadian option could be ordered with any six-cylinder or V8 engine available at the time. in the bullets below are for the VIN and not the Fisher Body trim WBD shall not be held liable Bowties do ot show the L89 aluminum in your browser's window when reporting it. The LS5 454cuin (7.4L) V8 produced 360 horsepower (270kW) in standard form and a cowl induction version was also available. without express consent from WBD in writing. All were two-door hardtops. The new Laguna S-3 featured the urethane front end with a revised grille as well as new front lamps and taillights. The upscale luxury trim level for 1974 was the new Malibu Classic, offered in sedan, coupe, and station wagon models. The Canadian Malibu SS got its "SS" name from the "Sports Option" package under RPO A51 and was primarily a trim option. The Chevelle SS 396 became a series of its own in 1966 with series/style numbers 13817 and 13867. 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. vs. body style. The Chevy Chevelle has become one of the most iconic muscle cars in American history. [citation needed] Later-built cars were available with a standard painted roof that included the smaller opera window. optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. The 1977 Chevelles featured new grilles. In 1964, a 327 engine that produced up to 300 horsepower overtook the original 220 horsepower engine. an informational outlet only. The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. 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. 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. optioned with the L34 396 cid engine. In its standard form, the 1977 Chevelles onlyreceived 145 horsepower, underscoring the shift away from mega-powerful muscle cars. New round instrument pods replaced the former linear layout. This SS396 series would close out the first generation of Chevelle models, running from 1966 through 1968. example the 2,144 L78 engines sold in 1970 includes the Chevrolet's decision to engineer a mid-sized vehicle paid off, with338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. 1970 saw the Chevelle receive impressive engine packages, with the LS6offering amind-shattering 450 horsepowerwith the inclusion of a new 454ci engine. Still another benefit of the new body designs was greatly improved visibility, up 25% in coupes and wagons, and 35% in sedans. 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. [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. This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. owner. ChevyWorld.net Supporters : RPO L79 Production Figures for the Chevelle. There were 6,727 standard Chevelles ordered with RPO YF3 (Heavy Chevy). reported last VIN of each assembly plant Chevy II/Nova/Acadian Beaumont. logo and identity is strictly prohibited by law. the new SS396 series Chevelles with 325hp, 360hp, and 375hp However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. 41791. The LS6 produced a claimed 450 gross HP in solid-lifter, high-compression guise. The L79 could be ordered Contact page and describe the issue. The trim options for the SS would decrease, with 283 and 327 engines dropped entirely. [14] After 1965, the Malibu SS badge disappeared except for those sold in Canada. Parsons took the points lead with a third-place finish at Talladega Speedway in early May and never gave up the lead. 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). } For the American rock duo, see, 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport Coupe, 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupe (with Malibu SS hubcaps), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396 Hardtop Coupe. Production totals are based on 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. allowed to be continued but no new orders would be accepted. 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The base Deluxe series was dropped for 1974, making the Malibu the base model. The one prototype and the 200 production units comprise the often-quoted 201 figure. The Laguna Type S-3 was delayed until January 1975. An "Econominder" gauge package was optional. engine vs. body style. station wagon, or pickup. and 1970. 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. 1969 El Camino 1969 Chevelle SS 396 Wagon RPO L78 Production Figures for the The series/model explanations indicated . Inside, the vinyl bucket-seat interior featured a floor console for models equipped with the optional Muncie aluminum four-speed manual or Powerglide two-speed automatic instead of the standard three-speed manual. series, be it 2- or 4-door sedan, sport coupe, convertible, Starting in 1970 the displacement rule was discontinued. There's some speculationthat the name wasa combination of Chevrolet and gazelle, but there's no record of Chevrolet discussing the name's origin anywhere. "[citation needed]. Options included Superlift air shock absorbers, Strato-ease headrests, and special instrumentation. Though some elements were removed, the Chevelle received larger taillights that were more flush and with a chrome bar that stretched over the grill. was unique to 1965, and differed from the L78 396 offered by the Corvette that same year, and the Chevelle SS396 the following year. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with Stickers, Calendars, Misc. 1972 was the only full year of production for the Heavy Chevy Chevelle, as the package was introduced midway into the 1971 model year. With that V8, the Malibu Sport Coupe was the top seller by far starting at $2,923. August 1976: Cale Yarborough drove his #11 Junior Johnson/Holly Farms Chevelle to the 1976 NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. RPO L79 Production Figures for the The 1967 models received a facelift. For 1975, Front and rear changes included a vertical grid-patterned grille and new bright trim around the headlights. 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. A two-door sedan and station wagon was available in 1964 and 1965 in the base 300 series. Chevelle. Free shipping for many products! Complete timeline of CHEVROLET Chevelle models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" 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. There is no known breakdown of the L78 option vs. body style. This wasn't an exotic engine, but the 454 can make effortless horsepower and torque even in a mild state of tune. New dual round taillights were integral with the back bumper. However, the Colonnade models became a sales success. "[citation needed]. . Production of the Laguna edged up to 9,100 cars. Chevy needed a model in between the full-size Impala and the smaller Chevy II. Those who chose the SS package got a variety of additions that included: Besides these features of the package, the original SS came with an unimpressive, 283ci V8 that only supplied 220 horsepower to the vehicle. Use of WBD name, These Concours options (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) should not be confused with the two Concours station wagons. RPO Z25 SS equipment option included one of these 402 cid engines, but was still marketed as a 396. Chevy soon started marketing the Chevelle as a high-performance vehicle. "The cleanly styled Laguna has a lot to recommend it. 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. With all these performance boosts, it's likely a good thing that Chevelle added taillights to the bumpers per federal regulations that year. This was largely due to a crackdown on gas-guzzling vehicles. While similar to their stateside counterparts, the convertible was available in the base Chevelle series, a model never offered in the United States. owner. Corvette. 1965 through 1968 Chevrolet L79 Production Numbers . The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 not from actual production numbers that got to the public. As noted above, the L79 engine option was discontinued for With the third generation of Chevelles bringing the power down, the 454 LS6 reigned supreme as the most powerful Chevelle over all three generations. in your browser's window when reporting it. A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. If you have any questions,contact us today, and our knowledgeable staff will be happy to speak with you. Fewer engine selections were available though the engines that remained gained a few horses. 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. Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. Malibu grilles changed little. The rear bumper on the Laguna S-3 was chrome-plated rather than painted body color as on the 1973 car. The grille was widened and featured a bright horizontal bar that divided it into two sections. A 1966 Malibu SS factory photo shows wheel covers on the car from the 1965 Impala. 59,074. function random_iframe(){ in any series or body style except the SS396 sport coupe, The Evolution & History of the Chevrolet Corvette, 338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. //This credit MUST stay intact for use Chevelles sold in California were not available with the 307 V8, but had a 350-cubic-inch engine. "We couldn't pass up the opportunity to tell you what a groovy all around car it is even if it can't smoke the quarter-mile in 13 seconds. It combined Laguna luxury with the upgraded handling of the SS, which it replaced. They are also curiously competing on the NASCAR circuit tracks, and selling as fast as they can be hauled to the dealerships. Use of WBD name, Jul 9, 2020 3 min read. The L79 engine option was available in any 1965 Chevelle Four-door hardtops, dubbed Sport Sedans, were available (1966 through 1972). 1969 Chevelles were billed as "America's most popular mid-size car." Wagons stretched 208 inches (5,300mm) overall versus 197 inches (5,000mm) for coupes. To my knowledge Out of this large number only 323 cars with a 427 V-8 were produced. However, those in the Chevelle community will point out models like the 1968 SS 396, 1969 COPO 427, 1965 Malibu SS 396 Z16 and 1964 Malibu SS L76 as some of the most sought after models. The 1968 model year would be the final year for the L79 [ 1964 ] | [ 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 1967 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series / Body. 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. 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. if (ie||dom){ A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. Redline tires were not available on Canadian Chevelles in 1966. 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. 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 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. 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. 1967 ] | [ There are over 1300 pages and 8500 images 9,612 units of 13637 Malibu sport coupes were produced for sale Malibu and the newly named Deluxe series base model featured the new 5mph (8.0km/h) bumper system with a large chrome front bumper and a chrome rear bumper. iframeobj.src=randomcontent[Math.floor(Math.random()*randomcontent.length)] Six Cylinder Eight Cylinder : Series / Body Produced Series / Body Produced Total; Chevelle 300, 2 Dr Sedan: 3111: 9,663 129 9,792: 3211: 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. He departed in late September 1972 to start a brief period as vice president of General Motors's Car and Truck Group. Whatever the case, there's no doubt that the convertible Chevelle LS6 is one of rarest models out there. Distinctive rear quarter glass on 2-door coupes and new side windows with styled center pillars were featured on 4-door models. Besides the design, the Z16 also improved its traction and handling with a new suspension. and optional in the 13680 Malibu series El Camino. Other options included power windows and door locks. the U.S. according to Vintage Vehicle Services; 769 of those were Canadian production numbers are unknown. [30], Chevelle sales remained strong: 327,631 of them in the 1973 model year, plus 59,108 station wagons. Speed and Supercar magazine said in a June 1974 "Street Test": "Chevy gets it right on." 1968 CHEVELLE SS 1968 Overall Chevrolet sales rebounded to 2,141,686, but it seemed like the convertible was on a downward slide. The truth is that no one really knows. V8) and the last two numbers indicates the body style within the This was now called a coupe (or pillar coupe) while the 2-door hardtop remained a sport coupe. 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. Registries for Chevelle/Camaro/Nova/HHR. 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. 1969 Chevelle SS396 L78 M22 4:10 Tuxedo Black. It's a lot better looking out-front than the big bumper approach. last letter notes specific engine. Malibu Classics had a luxurious cloth/vinyl split-bench front seat, color-keyed steering wheel, and woodgrain-accented instrument panel. 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