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Old 04-07-2013, 04:32 PM   #35
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Originally Posted by 05stram View Post
Actually the Chevelle was introduced with the four doors not two. While the Z16 options did not appear until its second model run the SS option was available for the two door in 64 but was not the main stay of the car. The car was built to compete with the Fairlane which also was a sedan, coupe, wagon, and like the chevelle inherited the dual purpose "truck" body. The Chevelle actually gave GM at platform to bring back the El Camino on. The Chevelle just like the Fairlane of the day was not considered when introduced to be a performance platform. But then again the Camaro was not either - it was introduced to get younger people to a brand.
I get that but GM has plenty of four door family cars. There's no point in resurrecting the Chevelle to make it a four door.
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