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Let's step back a few years to 1969 with this article by Jason Tarasi on the birth of the Chevrolet Chevelle SS:
The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
It was 1969. And what an amazing year it was! The Beatles’ world renowned hit Come Together was at the top of the music charts along with Johnny Cash’s A Boy Named Sue, Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, and the 1969 Chevy Chevelle SS, now a classic muscle car, was born. The Chevy Chevelle SS met the demands of muscle car enthusiasts for small cars with powerful motors. Its sporty fast-back body style which was first concocted in the redesign of the 1968 models gave it a touch of class as did the new design of the tail lights. Chevelles are mid-sized cars meeting the median between small sports cars and large family cars.
The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle line was the first to have the SS 396 option available but it wasn't perfect as it resulted the 396 became known for poor handling as it required stiffer springs and shocks than earlier models. Later in the year, the 396 option was replaced with a 402 cubic engine, supposedly due to emission standards. Even in light of the minor imperfections in its initial release, the Chevy Chevelle SS was an incredibly popular muscle car in its time and became one of the very best sellers of all times.
Limited edition Chevelles were a favorite amongst drag racers due to the powerful engine options, 427s, that could be special ordered. Limited edition Chevelles are few and far between in this day and age, but if you find one, they are worth a pretty penny. Classic car enthusiasts and speed demons alike admire these beauties.
Chevelles were first released in 1963 with a standard 327 cubic-inch V8, 300 horsepower engine. However, at that time the Pontiac GTO has a 389 that was unmatched. Chevrolet responded to the competition over the years by gradually increasing the power of their motors.
Chevy continued to produce Chevelles until 1973.
If you go to car shows where muscle cars are featured, you are sure to see 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS models because collectors absolutely love them. They are fast, high-performing cars as well as being practical size-wise which makes them pretty unique. The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is a car that is appealing to both classic car collectors and racers. It's got style, it's got speed and it's incredibly durable making it a muscle car classic that just about anyone would be honored to own.
About The Author
Jason Tarasi is a muscle car enthusiast who runs the Muscle Car Monster Website, where members can buy and sell muscle cars for free through the site's online classifieds. http://www.musclecarmonster.com/.
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1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS454
The Last Great Muscle Car Year
The sun was beginning to set on the muscle car era, and buyers were left with
very few performance car options as many once proud muscle cars were little
more than stickers and fake hood scoops. It was the year that GM began reporting
horsepower figures as Net what's left after running smog pumps and other equipment
versus gross, so horsepower numbers were way down this year as federal emission
controls really tightened. Many engine combinations were not available in California
for the first time and dealers were reported adding black market options to
satisfy the demands of their performance minded customers.
One of the Fastest 72's on the Market
The exterior of the 1972 Chevelle SS was nearly identical to the 1971 version.
Minor changes included restyled side front marker lights and a totally blacked
out grill. The domed hood now featured locking pins. Even though the Chevelle
Malibu SS had stooped way low now - you could order the SS options with only
the 307 cu.in. two-barrel 130 hp engine, the SS 454 was still available and
was one of the fastest '72 models in the market, but now there was only 270
NET bhp power. The 396 402 was still available though it only put out 240 NET
bhp. The 350 cu. in. installed put out a puny 175 NET bhp. Super Sport Chevelle
production for 1972 was 24,946. Of these, 5,333 were of the SS 454 variety.
Production of the Heavy Chevy model RPO YF3 totaled 9,508 units.
Diecast Model Features:
• Opening Doors
• Chrome Wheels
• Working Steering System
• Raised White Lettered Tires
• Precision Molded Resin Trim
• Official Emblems and Insignias
• Opening Trunk w/Covered Spare
• 4-Wheel Coiled Spring Suspension
• Opening Hood w/Original Emblems
• Detailed 454 Cowl Induction Engine
• Detailed Interior w/Reading Gauges
• Movable Console Mounted Gear Shift
• Baked Enamel Finish with SS Striping
• Precision Die-Cast Metal Replica
• 1:18 Scale Model
• 10.75 Inches Long
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