Although it existed a mere 13 years before it morphed officially into the Malibu, Chevrolet´s Chevelle remains a beloved muscle car. Introduced in 1964, the mid-sized car was produced to compete with the Ford Fairlane.

The Chevelle SS was the carmaker´s high performance version of the Chevelle. Featuring its own line of performance products and engines, the Chevelle SS boasted the most powerfully rated engine of all the muscle cars.

Chevy´s Chevelle line of cars also included a two-door hardtop or convertible, and four-door sedans and wagons. A two-door station wagon was made, but only during the cars first two years of production. The El Camino, a utility pickup, was also included in the Chevelle line. Even though Chevelles weren´t made after 1977, the El Camino continued to be produced until 1987.

In 1973, the Chevelle underwent a redesign. A new front suspension enhanced handling, while the engine reliability benefited from hardened engine value seats and hydraulic camshafts. The redesigned Chevelles became a top NASCAR choice during the time period. Drivers that raced the car included: Dale Earnhardt, Junior Johnson, Ricky Rudd and Darrell Waltrip.

Although the Chevelle was best known as a muscle car, many people bought the model for use as a family car. The cars offered room for five and many popular features such as power brakes and steering, air conditioning and a stereo radio.

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