Chevrolet made the 396 engine standard in the Chevelle SS. Also available was the L34 396 engine which featured a taller cam, a stronger block, and larger four barrel carb. Later in the year, Chevrolet released the L78 396 which had solid lifters and new exhaust manifolds, the 427's large valve heads, 11.0:1 compression, aluminum intake manifold, and an 800-cfm Holley. All Chevelles used stiffer springs and shocks to correct their handling problems, but their performance still was subpar. The 1966 Chevelle SS was renamed the Chevelle SS396 to represent its standard 396 engine and separate model status. It was also redesigned, with a new bumper, a new roof line with a recessed rear window between the sailing roof panels. Two simulated scoops, which would become a SS signature, was introduced this year. The exterior remained all business, especially with its standard red line tires and small (dog dish) hub caps . The crisp styling, tractable engines, and low prices made the Chevelle SS a good deal.
Thank you Salvador. Wish I had the money to buy some of these classic cars but really appreciate how the owners put so much time and money to keep them in tip top shape.
Well if you're looking for a car with good gas mileage, this wouldn't be the car for you Jose, but if you're looking to do a little racing, now that's a different story.
I took my drivers exam in my dad's 1966 Chevelle. Unfortunately it was a six cyl automatic :( Maybe that was a good thing for a sixteen year old beginner. I passed the test!!!
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