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1964 Chevrolet Chevelle
First introduced in 1964, the new Chevrolet Chevelle made it's debut with a range of options and body styles. Chevrolet fans took to the new Chevelle right away as buyers toyed with body styles like the sporty Malibu SS Convertible to the thrifty and still sporty “300” 2 door station wagon and a range of engine options and accessories. The hottest ’64 Chevelle’s packed a 300hp 327 V8, while other options include a 327 with 250hp, a 283 with 220 hp, 283 with 195hp, and a 6 cylinder. The ’64 Chevelle was dubbed as, “back to the classic 1950’s”, using the same 115’ wheelbase, and classic designs. With instant success the first year Chevelle had 330,000 models produced.1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Specifications
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Chevelle 300 Series 53 - Six-Cyl | |||||
53 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,231 | 2,825 lbs | 53,000 (rounded off) |
53 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,268 | 2,850 lbs | |
53 | 15 | 2 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,528 | 3,050 lbs | Note 4 |
53 | 35 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,566 | 3,130 lbs | |
Chevelle 300 Series 54 - V-8 | |||||
54 | 11 | 2 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,339 | 2,955 lbs | 15,300 (rounded off) |
54 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,376 | 2,980 lbs | |
54 | 15 | 2 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,636 | 3,170 lbs | Note 5 |
54 | 35 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,674 | 3,250 lbs | |
Chevelle Malibu Series 55 - Six-Cyl | |||||
55 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,349 | 2,870 lbs | 62,100 (rounded off) |
55 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,376 | 2,850 lbs | |
55 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $2,587 | 2,995 lbs | |
55 | 45 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 9P | $2,744 | 3,240 lbs | Note 4 |
55 | 35 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,647 | 3,140 lbs | |
Chevelle Malibu Series 56 - V-8 | |||||
56 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,457 | 2,995 lbs | 86,900 (rounded off) |
56 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,484 | 2,975 lbs | |
56 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $2,695 | 3,120 lbs | |
56 | 45 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 9P | $2,852 | 3,365 lbs | Note 5 |
56 | 35 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $2,755 | 3,265 lbs | |
Chevelle Malibu SS Series 57 - Six-Cyl | |||||
57 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,538 | 2,875 lbs | 0 |
57 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $2,749 | 3,020 lbs | |
Chevelle Malibu SS Series 58 - V-8 | |||||
58 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,646 | 3,000 lbs | 67,100 (rounded off) |
58 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $2,857 | 3,145 lbs |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Chevelle | 115 in | 193.9 in | 74.6 in | 58 in | 58 in | 6.50 x 14 |
Chevelle Station Wagon | 115 in | 198.8 in | 74.6 in | 58 in | 58 in | 7.00 x 14 |
1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Options
Description | Description |
Air Conditioning | Manual Radio w/ Antenna |
Rear Armrests | Push-Button Radio w/ Antenna |
Front Seat Belts (pair) | Divided Second Seat (station wagon) |
Heavy-Duty Brakes | Full Wheel Covers |
Comfort & Convenience Group | Wire Design Wheel Covers |
Grille Guard | White Sidewall Tires |
Rear Bumper Guard | Positraction Rear Axle |
Padded Dash | Heavy-Duty Clutch |
Luggage Rack (station wagon) | Delcotron 42-amp Generator |
Two-Tone Paint | Heavy-Duty Radiator |
Power Brakes | Powerglide Transmission |
Power Steering | 230-cid/155-hp Six-Cyl |
Power Tailgate Window | 283-cid/220-hp V-8 |
Power Convertible Top | 327-cid/250-hp V-8 |
Push-Button Radio w/ Antenna & Rear Speaker | 327-cid/300-hp V-8 |
Engine Options
Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.Letter Code | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Carburetor |
BL | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
BM | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
BN | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
BP | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
G | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GB | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GF | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GG | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GH | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GJ | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GK | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GL | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GM | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
GN | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
J | 8-283 | 195 | 285 | 3-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
JA | 8-283 | 195 | 285 | 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
JD | 8-283 | 195 | 285 | Powerglide | 2 BC |
JG | 8-283 | 220 | 295 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
JH | 8-283 | 220 | 295 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
JQ | 8-327 | 250 | 350 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
JR | 8-327 * | 300 | 360 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
JS | 8-327 # | 365 | 350 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
JT | 8-327 # | 365 | 350 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
K | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
KB | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
KC | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
KD | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
KH | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
KJ | 6-194 | 120 | 177 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
LL | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
LM | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
LN | 6-230 | † | 215-220 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
SR | 8-327 | 250 | 350 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
SS | 8-327 * | 300 | 360 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
Axle Codes
Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.Codes - Non-Locking | Codes - Locking | Ratio | Inspection Cover |
LA, YA, ZA | LG, YG, ZG | 3.08 (std. lining) | 10 Bolt |
ZC | ZE | 3.08 (metallic lining) | 10 Bolt |
LB, YB, ZB | LH, YH, ZH | 3.36 (std. lining) | 10 Bolt |
ZD | ZF | 3.36 (metallic lining) | 10 Bolt |
ZJ | ZK | 3.70 (std. lining) | 10 Bolt |
ZL | ZM | 3.70 (metallic lining) | 10 Bolt |
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