CHEVROLET CORVAIR (1960-1964)
Nameplate year of origin: 1960.
Current bodystyle lifespan: 1960 through 1964.
Predecessor to this model: None.
Replacement for this model: Corvair (1965 to 1969).
Percentage of division’s sales volume: 15.14%.
Corporate siblings: None.
Primary competition: Rambler American, Ford Falcon, Plymouth Valiant and Studebaker Lark.
Notable changes: All-new model for 1960.
Major standard equipment: Fabric and vinyl front bench seat, left-hand sun visor, turn signals, center dome light, electric windshield wipers, and 6.50 × 13 BSW tires. 700 adds: Luggage compartment trim, color-keyed floor mats, dual horns, and automatic dome lamp switch. Monza adds: All-vinyl bucket seats, folding rear seat, dual sun visors, glove box light, and additional exterior chrome trim.
Measurements
Wheelbase 108.0″
Length 180.0″
Width 66.9″
Height 51.3″
Legroom—front 42.8″
Legroom—rear 36.5″
Headroom—front 38.9″
Headroom—rear 38.0″
Cargo capacity (cu. ft.) 15.6
Fuel capacity (gals.) 11.0
Chevrolet Corvair Models Available
Corvair 500 2-Door Club Coupe
Corvair 500 4-Door Sedan
Corvair Deluxe 700 2-Door Coupe
Corvair Deluxe 700 4-Door Sedan
Corvair Monza 900 2-Dr. Club Cpe.
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