The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
by: Jason Tarasi
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. Its got style, its
got speed and its 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/.
Article Guidelines
Automotive Industry Articles for your Information, Entertainment and
Enjoyment
Note: We do not endorse any advice, methods, products, or practices covered in
any article.
The reader needs to use their own judgment and if they feel it is warranted ask
the advice of competent authorities before following any advice, methods,
products, or practices covered in any article.
CaliforniaCollectorCars.Com has received permission to reprint all published
articles presented.
.
