The '67 Chevelle Was An American Beauty

The '67 Chevelle represented the pinnacle of Chevelle styling and design.
Written by Lisa Steuer McArdle
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
The front end headlights and grill of a classic Chevrolet Chevelle
If you lived in the 1960s, you must have witnessed some of the most beautiful and stylish
classic cars
to ever run on American roads. Examples include AMC's 1968 Javelin, which many would argue was hands-down the car of the decade in terms of beauty. Others would vote for the 1967 Mustang, 1968 Dodge Charger, 1967 Chevy Impala, or the 1967 Eldorado. 
Although beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, it's no doubt that the '67 Chevelle would be a strong contestant for the top spot if such a list were to be created. The 1968 and '69 Chevelle could also make a strong case, but the 1967 and '68 models had something special that represented the pinnacle of Chevelle styling and design. 
I presume that Americans who lived in the 1960s had the privilege to see all the cars mentioned above prowling city streets daily, as they were considerably popular. The 1967 Chevelle and its more spruced-up 1966-1967 Malibu were among them. The two models melted any onlookers' hearts, thanks to their poised beauty. 
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highlighted that both cars were two-door coupes with a robust design theme and a style steeped in the original Riviera heritage. Albeit other intermediate and full-sized models by GM featured the Riviera styling, the two Chevelle models were the potent brew of the automaker's beloved Riviera styling template. They made their debut two years after GM introduced the first model. 
The Chevelle only enjoyed a short lifespan (1964-1977), but over the 13 years of its glory, it turned heads with its beautiful yet muscular profile. People fell in love with it then, and even today, it's still amazingly popular—perhaps because of its incredible engine performance, iconic but straightforward styling, and the nostalgic effect that comes with driving the car today. 
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Stand-alone features of the '67 Chevelle 

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The '67 Chevy was the second-generation model and introduced GM's A Body to the Chevelle lineup. It came with a 115-inch wheelbase and a length measuring 197 inches. This body platform was a huge investment and risk by GM, but it paid off considerably. The midsize car became so popular that it sold 338,286 models in the first year alone. 
GM created the Chevelle in seven different configurations to cater to various tastes and preferences. They include a two-door hardtop, two-door sedan, two-door coupe, four-door hardtop, four-door sedan, and four-door station wagon. But it's the engine performance that crowns its legendary styling.
The engine came in a range of configurations, too. There were three V6 engines (250, 230, and 194) and three different V8 engines (396, 327, and 283). But after GM lifted its ban on larger engines that measured over 400 cubic inches, shoppers could buy the Chevelle with a powerful 360 hp 454 cubic inch V8.
Generally, the '67 Chevy Chevelle was a massive improvement from the first-generation models. According to
HowStuffWorks
, the car came with a sticker price of $2,825 for the coupe. If you wanted to purchase the ragtop, you'd have to splurge an estimated $3,040. Today, you can expect to buy the Chevelle at an amount ranging from $18,500-$120,000, depending on the condition. 

How the '67 Chevelle compared to other 1967 classic muscle cars

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During Chevelle's good old glory days, the A-Body platform was the blueprint for other automakers who rolled out midsize cars. It's a similarity the Chevy shared with the Oldsmobile Cutlass, Buick Skylark, and Pontiac Tempest. But the Chevelle's high sales margins clearly indicate the model outshined them; even Ford's Fairlane was no match for it. 
The exterior design and engine performance are what make the Chevelle stand out. The first generation was squared off, but the second generation ‘67 Chevelle saw a refreshed look—with a muscular stance and scrupulous body lines that flowed seductively to the rear. 
Additionally, the remodeled front end was more aerodynamic, with the corners of the grille extending back into the fenders. At the back, it featured rectangular tail lights, which replaced the squared-off design that came with its predecessor. It's a gem that stands out to date.

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