Over the 100 years of existence, Chevrolet has designed hundreds of vehicles, many of which are milestones in automotive history.
Here the evolution of American companies, reflected in 24 of Chevrolet models that embody the values and spirit of it:
1914 - Chevrolet Royal Mail Roadster
Announced in 1913, just two years after the establishment of the company, Royal Mail Roadster model was the first car designed by Chevrolet to the general public. Attractive design and 4-cylinder engine were a few of the attractions of the model. Royal Mail Roadster includes elements such as roof, windshield and speedometer, which the other vehicles were optional extras, additional cost.
This was the first Chevrolet m1aşină fell below the psychological threshold of $ 1,000, with a list price of only $ 750.
1932 - Chevrolet Sport Roadster
Launched during the Great Depression, Chevrolet Sport Roadster was promoted with "The Great American Value." Affordable price - just $ 445 - with modern design and 6-cylinder engine made the Sports Roadster one of the most popular car of the year, appreciated by many collectors today.
1936 - Chevrolet Suburban
Launch Chevrolet Suburban is a very important moment in the evolution of the automotive industry, the first SUV-type vehicle (sports utility model) in the world. The car was dubbed the "Carryall" because it was designed to carry almost anything.
The car combines a truck chassis with a specific body type models "station wagon", being able to carry 8 people plus their luggage.
The "Suburban" is still produced today, is the longest in the history of the auto industry. In the past 76 years, have been produced over 2 million copies of the Chevrolet Suburban.
1948 - Chevrolet Pickup
Launched after the Second World War, vans present a new design, more friendly. The new model weighed just 500 pounds and has a spacious cabin designed for 3 people.
The model proved to be a real success, reliability making it an essential vehicle for farmers and artisans.
In addition to its practical and versatile look, the 1948 model have a modern design, so many Americans have also bought a van as a second family car.
1949 - Chevrolet Canopy Express
Before supermarkets to dominate cities, vegetables and fruits are sold on street corners and Canopy Express model was the preferred means of transport these small traders.
Vehicle allowed a sufficient quantity of goods transport and access to them quickly, so it was one of the most used cars for delivery.
1953 - Chevrolet Corvette
In 1952, head of GM design, Harley Earl, formed a team to design an American sports car in response to many sports cars ( roadsters ) imported from Europe. Its efforts have led to the famous Chevrolet: Corvette, a sports car with two seats. Corvette was the first sports car manufactured by a U.S. auto company.
Presented in the exhibition car GM Motorama in 1953, the car has sparked public admiration. Among the innovations introduced by Chevrolet Corvette fiberglass body count, which replaced traditional steel body. Thus, the car was easy and the new material gives it a futuristic look.
However, the car did not sell very well when launched. In subsequent years, the engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov improved engines, Corvette making a real fireball. Also, the design was changed and the car has gained in popularity.
Corvette continues to be successful and today, the only American sports car produced without interruption until today.
1955 - Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupé
In the early '50s, Chevrolet had a reputation of a company that produces sustainable vehicles, but hardly spectacular. To improve their image in 1955 was launched the Bel Air, a machine with a new design and good performance.
The Bel Air stands out with modern design, "Motorama" cars completely different from the weather.The car was promoted as "The Hot One", which alluded to the compact V8 engine and the fast pace of sales.
1957 - Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
In the 50s, American suburbs were in constant development, and their inhabitants preferred car type "station wagon" longer and more spacious.
The Bel Air Nomad was inspired by the design of the Corvette, GM Motorama presented at the exhibition. Product as premium model, costing $ 2.608, Bel Air Nomad was the first station wagon with a modern and elegant design.
1963 - Chevrolet Impala
The main advantage of the Chevrolet Impala was extremely powerful engine with 425 horsepower and a displacement of 6.7 liters (or 409 cubic inches, the measure used at that time in the U.S.). The engine of this model came into popular culture, becoming dream of every young American after being immortalized by the band Beach Boys song in what was called "409".
Many collectors seek today this model is extremely popular specimens that have original engine.
1963 - Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Coupé
This model was built on a prototype of a race car designed by the head of GM design, Bill Mitchell. At launch, the model Corvette Sting Ray "Split-Window" Coupe was the most spectacular model in U.S. history.
In addition to design refined Sting Ray have an independent rear suspension and a powerful V-8 engine, all at an affordable price.
The name "Split-Window" comes from the fact that the model coupe, rear window was broken in two.
1967 - Chevrolet Pickup
Chevolet vans launched in 1967 marked the beginning of a new era in the design of such vehicles.
The models were inspired by the popular GM car design at the time, while being durable and stronger than ever.
Impressive size truck turned into a perfect vehicle for any type of use, is designed to meet the tastes of a wide range of clients increased.
1969 - Chevrolet Camaro
In 1969, the sports car with 4 seats launched in 1967 as the Camaro received a new design. The car won the hearts of Americans, being present at numerous American automotive competition.
1969 Camaro remained forever in the heart of car lovers, an inspiration for the 2010 version.
In 2011, Chevrolet fans voted Camaro 1969 Chevrolet as the best of all time. Tom Peters, design director of Chevrolet, said that "1969 Camaro is one of the best examples of fabulous design, which remains attractive over time. Camaro continues to evoke strong emotions people of all ages".
1970 - Chevrolet El Camino SS
The El Camino SS machine is the pinnacle of "Passenger-car pickup," a combination of trucks and cars. The 1970 is the first to benefit from the incredible 454 V8 engine with 450 horsepower.
1970 - Chevrolet Chevelle SS
1970 was the peak year of age " muscle cars ", dominated by very strong car. The Chevelle SS 454, launched in 1970, is perfect at this stage of history autombilelor.
1970 Chevrolet for the first time allowed the use of engines of 7.4 liters and 450 horsepower in the mid-size car, making SS Chevelle in one of the most powerful machines for the general public.
Today, Chevrolet Chevelle SS model is a highly appreciated by collectors, with a great market value.
1971 - Chevrolet C/10 Cheyenne Pickup
1971 brought a new record for Chevrolet trucks are produced in that year 739,478 copies. The most popular model was C/10, with 250,000 trucks produced.
Thanks to the popularity of these trucks have enjoyed among Americans, Chevrolet sold a total of 3 million vehicles in 1971, setting a record.
1976 - Chevrolet C/10 Stepside Pickup
Vans of "stepside" was one of the most popular models are manufactured for 45 years by Chevrolet.Models "stepside" distinguish it from ordinary trucks by standing in the wings level, allowing quick access to items carried.
The design has proved a popular over time, and the 1976 model is one of the most representative of this type of truck manufactured by Chevrolet.
1989 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
This model, known as the "King of the Hill", enjoy a very special engine, LT5 V8, designed in collaboration with British company Lotus. It can produce 375 horsepower, ranging from 0 to 100 km / h in less than 5 seconds.
The launch was a success, the demand is so great that many dealers asking $ 10000-20000 in addition to the list price ($ 60,000). In fact, many of those who have purchased this fireball did not lead to, but to collect a model would certainly become a landmark in the automotive industry.
1993 - Chevrolet Camaro Z28
In 1993 he launched the fourth generation of the Camaro, a coupe and a new design with LT1 V8 engine capable of producing 275 horsepower.
The car was designated safety car the race Indianapolis 500 in 1993. After the event, 633 copies were sold in special edition, that the specimen was painted safety car (photo) .
1996 - Chevrolet Impala SS
In 1996 the series was produced last copy of the Impala. Last Impala Super Sport model was that impressed by V8 LT1 engine capable of 260 horsepower that allows the car to reach 100 km / h in just 7.3 seconds, despite a weight of 1900 kg.
1997 - Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
In 1997, 44 years after the first generation Corvette was launched the five variables in a completely new formula. It was radically improved the LS1 engine (capable of 345 horsepower) to the chassis.The car reached a top speed of 273 km / h, the price is affordable for a sports car.
2008 - Chevrolet Hybrid Tahoe
The Tahoe Hybrid, launched in 2008, was a first in the automotive industry: the first car-type SUV with a hybrid power, using both gasoline and electric battery. Using hybrid system led to reduced consumption of gasoline is still the model Tahoe segment leader in terms of fuel efficiency.
2010 - Chevrolet Camaro
In 2006, four years after giving up the Camaro, General Motors introduced a new concept for this model at the Auto Show in Detroit. The public and press have been very good, and appearance in the movie Transformers prototype a year later led to a huge demand from buyers. Thus, in 2010 launched the new Chevrolet Camaro, with a design inspired by the models from 1967 to 1969, but also avant-garde.
2011 - Chevrolet Volt
The Chevrolet Volt was voted most U.S. magazines ( Motor Trend , Green Car Journal andAutomobile Magazine are some examples) as Car of the Year 2011. This extended-range electric car can travel 60 kilometers using only battery power without carbon dioxide emissions. The battery can be charged in 3 hours using a standard 230V outlet.
Battery revolutionary Volt's liquid cooling is supplemented by a generator that can charge the battery 1.4 l while driving increases the range of the Volt to more than 500 km. Volt is the first electric vehicle that can generate electricity that is needed.
2012 - Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Edition
A model is intended as a tribute to the brand's rich history Chevrolet Corvette celebrates Centennial Edition Corvette models also successes in motorsport competitions, the most recent success was the victory of the 2011 GTE class rate 24 hours after Le Mans.
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