A 4-door hardtop-styled Sport Sedan joined the Malibu series. This total production number agrees with Chevrolet's Accumulative Production Report of August 31, 1965. [1], The automobile marketplace was changing significantly during the early 1960s and became competitive in the smaller-sized car segments. Another structural improvement was side-impact guard beams in the doors, as required by new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. } The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle model year . Options for any Chevelle included a 350 4-barrel V8 of 175hp (130kW) and a 454 4-barrel V8 rated at 245hp (183kW). Only 200 regular production 1965 Z-16 Chevelles were built at the Kansas City plant. without express consent from WBD in writing. Starting in January 1967, the Chevelle SS396 took over and became its own 138xx series, the same as in the U.S. 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. A few other dealers ordered the package Yenko created and sold them as their own supercars. 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. year but the horsepower rating was reduced from 350hp to Parsons and his Chevelle hold on to win the NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. The Canadian Malibu SS got its "SS" name from the "Sports Option" package under RPO A51 and was primarily a trim option. Chevy's midsize production rose this year. In standard form, Chevelles had a 250cuin (4.1L) six-cylinder engine or a 145hp (108kW), 305 V8. CDs, Coins, Gifts, } The vehicle has been so popular, that it's shown up inover 1,600 movies, such as "The Fast and The Furious" and "Jack Reacher," staking its claim as Hollywood's go-to muscle car. 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. [10] The station wagons were marketed with exclusive nameplates: Greenbrier (previously used with the Corvair based vans), Concours, and Concours Estate. [12] SS396 convertible, or SS396 sedan pickup. The lineup consisted of Malibu and Malibu Classic models in coupe, sedan, and station wagon body styles. I make every attempt to keep the details accurate and up to Yarborough won nine races in 30 starts in his #11 Chevelle and finished 386 points ahead of runner-up Richard Petty. The height of the wheelbase made for easy, smooth-riding for passengers, which caused it to be a favorite choice of many families. 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. the 1966 Chevelle model year. A one-year Nomad trim, called the Nomad Custom, was offered. 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. Starting in 1970 the displacement rule was discontinued. and not Fisher Body plate Style numbers. were sold and 12 were service engines. Options included Superlift air shock absorbers, Strato-ease headrests, and special instrumentation. "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. More potent editions of the 396 engine also made the options list, developing 350 or 375 horsepower (280kW). The variety of the Chevelle carried over from the first generation, with plenty of engine upgrade options available. (37), 1965-1971 Chevelle: Chevrolet Division/Series was noted by the first 1972. by Webs by Dale (WBD). The style number on a Fisher Body trim tag does not have the 50 of these cars were built. Although Tailfins. He held off a late rally by Cale Yarborough to win by only 67.15 points. However, the Colonnade models became a sales success. Use of WBD name, Stickers, Calendars, Misc. October 21, 1973: American 500-Benny Parsons pits for repairs after an early crash. Hardtop coupes featured a semi-fastback, flowing roofline with a long hood and short deck, influenced by the all-new Camaro. To my knowledge The prototype Z-16 Chevelle was built at the Baltimore plant. At that point, big-block engines had already been discontinued, and the performance from the last Chevelle Malibus was nothing to write home about. In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. 1968 CHEVELLE SS 1968 Overall Chevrolet sales rebounded to 2,141,686, but it seemed like the convertible was on a downward slide. Clearances for spring travel were also revised; the coil springs at each wheel were computer-selected to match the individual car's weight. 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. The 3-speed manual transmission was standard; a 4-speed manual and Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed automatic were optional. 1969 ] | [ The Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna is a mid-sized automobile produced by Chevrolet for the 1973 through 1976 model years. (Nickey, Berger, Scuncio, etc. owner. Chevy II/Nova. var iframeprops='width=950 height=250 marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" hspace="0" vspace="0" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"' These coupe/sport coupe designations would continue into 1969. Since the 307 V8 was the standard base V8 in 1971, it could not be ordered with the SS option; one had to order the LS3 402 or the LS5 454, or one of the two 350 V8 engines (L65 or L48 - which reintroduced the small block to the SS option for the first time since the 1965 model year for USA market Chevelles). tailgate, Chevelle 300 Deluxe, 2-door sedan pickup Upscale versions were Malibus including the convertible models. Example: 13667 indicates a Malibu V8 (6) 2-door convertible (67), 1972 Chevelle: on this website. Laguna interiors were pattern cloth and vinyl or optional breathable all-vinyl upholstery, distinctive door trim with map pockets, deep-twist carpeting, woodgrain vinyl accents, and Laguna nameplates. These 323 were COPO ordered. And what car in '73 can." The number of L78 service engines for Chevelles for the Annual facelifts continued. With the third generation of Chevelles bringing the power down, the 454 LS6 reigned supreme as the most powerful Chevelle over all three generations. Options included an Econominder gauge package. 1969 El Camino 1969 Chevelle SS 396 Wagon 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. 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. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. Some mistakes can be made, but Chevelle. With the hardtop, a rare option is a horseshoe floor shifter with an integrated console (with bucket seats - sourced from the SS). It is suspected the reason is Chevrolet did RPO L89 aluminum head options and are included in the overall [citation needed]. Redline tires were not available on Canadian Chevelles in 1966. Front disc brakes were available on all models, and a new dual master cylinder brake system incorporated a warning light. The Laguna, which had been Chevelle's top-of-the-line model in 1973, became the sporty Laguna Type S-3 and was only available as a coupe. Unitized 3-point seat belts were introduced as on all Chevrolet models. randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" 1967 Chevelle Production Numbers by Individual Plant [ 1964] | [ 1965] | . 1970 Chevelle 300 series LS3 400 BB coupe, special order Monaco Orange. two numbers (13), the third number indicates base and 1970. On minor impact the urethane nose cone, backed up by shock-absorbing cylinders, deflects and rebounds; Laguna models also featured a specific diecast chrome grille with bowtie emblem, a body-colored (steel) rear bumper, front and rear bumper rub strips, bright roof drip moldings, bright wheel opening moldings, chrome taillight bezels, full wheel covers, and Laguna fender nameplates. please note the exact page by its address 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. RPO L79 Production Figures for the if (ie||dom){ Seven transmissions were available: two manual three-speeds, two manual four-speeds, an overdrive three-speed, and two automatics. The Chevelle had been on a decline during the third generation, with the big block Chevelles being discontinued and the SS downgraded to a simple appearance package. The SS equipment option requirements remained the same as those in 1971, any optional V8. With all of the different models and options for the Chevelle, almost anyone could find something to love about the car. [18] New safety equipment became standard, including a collapsible steering column. 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). Design, He finished last in the Daytona 500, but assumed command of the points chase in August. A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. engine for a given series (odd numbers are L6, even numbers are This was largely due to a crackdown on gas-guzzling vehicles. date. 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. A total of 37,215 Malibu Classic Landau coupes were produced, as opposed to 73,739 Malibu Classic coupes and 28,793 Malibu coupes. 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. 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. Yarborough won nine races along the way to the first of three consecutive titles. Wagons stretched 208 inches (5,300mm) overall versus 197 inches (5,000mm) for coupes. Nimble, quick and responsive." 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. 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 If you think there is something in error, After Ford introduced the fifth generation of the Fairlane in 1966, GM prepared a proper answer: it was the Chevelle. units assumed to be for Canada consumption. [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. Three colors[which?] 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. There is no known breakdown of the L78 option vs. body style. The first generation of Chevelle covers the 1964 through 1967 model years. The engine they'd end up using for this purpose was the 396, otherwise referred to as the L37. The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 Condition: Used. coupe and convertible with no known breakdown of engine 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. engines. [24][25] There were 4,475 LS6 Chevelles produced. var randomcontent=new Array() 1966 ] | [ optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. The sole option beyond that was a 170hp (127kW), four-barrel 350 V8, which came as standard equipment in the Malibu Classic station wagon. Only 23 1965 Acadian Beaumonts/Cansos were No longer a series of its own, the SS 396 turned into a $347.60 option package for any two-door model. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" One convertible was reportedly specially built for Chevy General Manager Knudsen, but is understood to have been destroyed. 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. The L78 engine was available in the 1965 Corvette only. The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. The LS6 produced a claimed 450 gross HP in solid-lifter, high-compression guise. Body styles included coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons. inserts were used to cover part of the big rear quarter window. Cale Yarborough was running at the finish in all 30 NASCAR Winston Cup races as he dominated the 1977 season to wrap up his second consecutive title. The new body reflected the "Coke bottle" body shape that became the fad for American cars in the mid-1960s. The SS package for the Chevelle would quickly become a favorite of those looking for a high-performance muscle car. if (ie||dom) randomcontent[1]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random02.htm" Still another benefit of the new body designs was greatly improved visibility, up 25% in coupes and wagons, and 35% in sedans. Three luxury Concours options became available in March 1968 for the 4-door sedan, the 4-door sport sedan (and the hardtop coupe) and consisted of special sound insulation, and a deep-padded instrument panel with simulated woodgrain accents and all-vinyl color-keyed interiors. 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. Landau coupes came with a vinyl roof, full-wheel covers, whitewall tires, color-keyed body striping, and dual sport mirrors. is true for the 1967 model year and for the 1968 model year RPO L79 Production Figures for the engine vs. body style. It's a lot better looking out-front than the big bumper approach. series, 2 numbers indicate the body style within the series and series, be it 2- or 4-door sedan, sport coupe, convertible, 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. //No need to edit after here A power moonroof was an option in 1973-75. 1964 ~ 1972 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model Production totals are based on Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. The Bresler was based on the Doble steam engine.[23]. Through the 1970s, California cars often had different powertrains than those marketed in states with less-stringent emissions regulations. 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. //Random iframe content- Dynamic Drive (www.dynamicdrive.com) In 1969 the COPO Chevelles show L78 Chevelle wagons measured 10 inches (250mm) shorter than full-size wagons and weighed about half a ton less, but sold much slower. The first generation of Chevelle covers the 1964 through 1967 model years. This website is the sole property of WBD. please note the exact page by its address 294 of those with the L34 396 cid engine. This Chevrolet website is not designed Another was a 15.3-cubic-foot (430L) luggage capacity, an increase of 2.5 cubic feet (71L) over 1972 models. Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. The new mid-size Chevelle was produced from 1964 to 1977. The 4 door sedans and wagons turned to a 116-inch (2,900mm) span. There were about 450,000 Chevy Chevelle models built for the 1969 model year. In 1970 it's known The Chevelle line came to a somewhat anticlimactic end in 1977 with the release of the 1977 Chevrolet Chevelle and Malibu series of cars. A single-exhaust version of the 402 cid engine existed in 1970 with 330 gross hp and in 1972 with 210 net hp. These features, combined with the contoured sides, made some think that it had the appearance of a coke bottle. 378,618. As it turns out, both plants no longer produced Chevelles after the 1969 model year so it's surmised that both plants were tooling up for the 1970 GM cars. The L79 could be ordered except the SS396 sport coupe or SS396 convertible. The 454 engine option was available for the first half of the model year after which the 400 engine became the top engine. var randomcontent=new Array() [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 car camewith an LS6 big block engine that reached 450 horsepower, blowing the previous Chevelle's and other muscle cars out of the water. 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. Where no 'Import' numbers are They showed only minor changes for 1969, led by revised front-end styling. In early 1964 and 1965, Chevelles had a Malibu SS badge on the rear quarter panel. Year: 1969 . The L78 engine option was removed from the engine option A total of 294,160 Chevelles were built in the first year, including 76,860 SS models. The SS 396 sport coupe started at $2,899 - or $236 more than a comparable Malibu with its 307-cubic-inch V8. owner. 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. If you find an error, please use the contact form on my Headroom was up slightly and shoulder room gains were by 1.6 inches (41mm). var iframeobj=document.getElementById? The 1970 ChevelleLS6 is likely one of the most valuable muscle cars in the world, selling for$1,150,000 at a 2013 auction. Sixth character indicates the year of production, 1 is for 1971. not from actual production numbers that got to the public. "The cleanly styled Laguna has a lot to recommend it. In Canada, the base series retained its 300 Deluxe name, with appropriate badging on each front fender just behind the front wheel well. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. . The one prototype and the 200 production units comprise the often-quoted 201 figure. The model year 4 is the first number, the series 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. So, where did the name Chevelle come from? without express consent from WBD in writing. 1970 ] | [ [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. Production totals are based on The L79 engine option returned for the 1967 Chevelle model for any loss resulting from the use of the information contained totals 522,761 and does not match figures above. WBD shall not be held liable [5] The innovative Chevrolet Corvair and the Chevy II, which was designed to compete with Ford's Falcon, were losing ground. [30] The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle Options included a tachometer, mag-style wheel covers, and sintered-metallic brakes, four-way power seats, a tissue dispenser, and cruise control.[17]. In our case the numbers are 6 and 7, which stands for a 2-door convertible body style. engines on order forms and build sheets but these engines Optional on Malibu Classic coupes were swiveling bucket seats in cloth or vinyl. Registries for Chevelle/Camaro/Nova/HHR. 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. RPO L78 Production Figures for the Chevy II/Nova. were available. 9.15%. If you think there is something in error, 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. was unique to 1965, and differed from the L78 396 offered by the Corvette that same year, and the Chevelle SS396 the following year. not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with the new SS396 taxicabs and rental cars); at the time the police option was reintroduced since the 1964/65 model years (at the time midsize squads came with economy powertrain usually in the case of the Chevelle a third-generation Chevrolet inline-six. [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 1977 Chevelles featured new grilles. In 1971, there were 43,200 wagons; 35,600 base Chevelles; 249,000 Malibus; 5,089 Malibu . Speedometers were newly calibrated in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. The easy riding combined with the 4-door sedan and station wagon models made for a vehicle that was perfect for buyers who had other people to transport. Super Sport options were on 28,647 Chevelles of which 2,500 had the 454-cubic-inch engine. The SS option was reduced to one RPO code, RPO Z15, and was only available for the Chevelle Malibu. The two-door sports coupe and convertible models enticed drivers looking for a powerful muscle car. 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. L79 engine could be ordered in any body style or series 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). Included was a black grill with SS emblem, lower bodyside and wheel opening striping, bright roof drip moldings, color-keyed dual sport mirrors, black taillight bezels, SS fender and rear panel emblems, special front and rear stabilizer bars, 14x7-inch rally wheels, 70-series raised white lettered tires, special instrumentation, and SS interior emblems. the L78 engine numbers but are part of those numbers. vs. body style. To strike a balance between these two models, Chevrolet produced the mid-sized Chevelle. are NOT reflected in the production numbers above. Chevrolet specifications for 1971 included both "gross" and "net" horsepower figures for all engines. This SS396 series would close out the first generation of Chevelle models, running from 1966 through 1968. date. Early-production 1974 Classic coupes required the vinyl roof option; apparently[according to whom?] Also, the Concours option package (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) from the previous year was continued. The Chevelle lineup slimmed down to Nomad, 300 Deluxe/Greenbrier, Malibu/Concours, and Concours Estate series, and the base 300 series was history. Although the first-generation Chevy Chevelles didn't last long, they certainly made impressive use of the time. Sport Coupe Rear seat legroom was up 3.5in (89mm) in sedans. Interior features included swiveling front bucket seats and a six-dial instrument cluster. These Concours options (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) should not be confused with the two Concours station wagons. 59,074. The fastback appearance was a revival of a streamlining bodystyle on all GM products from 1942 until 1950, as demonstrated on the Chevrolet Fleetline. The L89 production numbers are not over and above and optional in the 13680 Malibu series El Camino. ), The most extensive redesign in its 10-year history marked the 1973 Chevelle. The 454cuin (7.4L) LS5 V8 was rated at 360hp (270kW). More massive rear bumpers were also added, in accordance with stricter US Federal standards for 1974 cars. 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 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). Model-year output totaled 49,352 Chevelles and 290,008 Malibusplus 54,335 station wagons. "It's not overpowering but it's enough - and so comfortable that the editor bought the car." Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. "You can make our tough one even tougher," the brochure explained, by adding Cowl Induction to either the SS 396 or the SS 454. Production totaled 15,792 cars. Out of this large number only 323 cars with a 427 V-8 were produced. In Canada, sporty Chevelles continued to wear "Malibu SS" badges for the 1966 and early 1967 model years. More than 24,000 Malibu Sport Sedans were built, with a standard 307-cubic-inch V8 rated at 130 (net) horsepower. Chevelle Malibu SS396 (Z16) 2 Door Sport Coupe 2 Door Convertible Production Numbers by Series: Chevelle 300, 2-door sedan: Six Cylinder: 11,528 Eight Cylinder: 2,004 Total: 13,532 Chevelle 300, 2-door wagon, 2 seats: Six Cylinder: 1,015 Eight Cylinder: 653 Total: 1,668 Chevelle 300, 4-door sedan: Six Cylinder: 14,924 Eight Cylinder: 3,060 At Volo MuseumAutoSales, we're proud to offer a variety of Chevelles that will satisfy even the most hardcore Chevelle enthusiast's needs. Malibu Classic coupes had distinctive opera windows. The new Laguna S-3 featured the urethane front end with a revised grille as well as new front lamps and taillights. Lesser models had a dashboard and a linear-readout speedometer. 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