Second-generation Chevelle 2-door hardtop
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The '68 model, released in 1967, underwent a full model change. Meanwhile, the high-performance model was renamed from Chevelle Malibu SS to Chevelle SS, and with this model, Chevrolet made a full-scale push into the muscle car market. Accordingly, the style of the 2-door hardtop was made into a semi-fastback with a Coke bottle line.
The Chevelle SS, which was serialized under the name SS396, had its own engines as a high-performance model. These were 327 cubic inch, 350 cubic inch, and 396 cubic inch V8s. Before 1970, mid-size car engines were not allowed to exceed 400 cubic inches, but in 1968 and 1969, a sales strategy called COPO (Central Office Production Order) was adopted. In other words, it was possible to install engines larger than this as an order to a dealer for use in racing.
The 1969 '70 model changed the shape of the rear quarter windows and rear pillars on the hardtop to improve rearward visibility.
The 1970 '71 model was facelifted, and the headlights became round with two lights. The addition of the SS454 made the COPO virtually useless. This V8, 454 cubic inch (7,400cc), 450 horsepower engine became a Chevelle legend. The 307 cubic inch engine was discontinued in California when emissions regulations were introduced. 1972 was the last year of production for the second generation, and the 270 horsepower 454 engine was installed.
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