Inspired and (perhaps) envious of the success that Ford was having with their Ranchero of 1957, Chevrolet responded with their all-new El Camino model in 1959. It was originally based on the Impala and survived for just two years. During its introductory year, 22,246 examples were produced. A year later, sales slumped to 14,163 and Chevrolet made the decision to cancel production. It would re-appear in 1964 based on the new intermediate-sized Chevelle. It would remain in production through 1987. The name, El Camino, means 'The Road' in Spanish.The Chevrolet El Camino, advertised as a dual-purpose vehicle, was both a pickup and a passenger car. The second-generation Chevelle was produced through 1967. The El Camino had distinctive styling that was portrayed in a long, low profile all of its own. It was said to be either Chevy's sportiest truck or hardest-working car. Period advertising claimed that the El Camino was endowed with a streak of versatility that enables it to step gracefully into dozens of roles.
The third-generation El Camino brought about many mechanical and styling changes. It now rode upon a 4-door station wagon Chevelle wheelbase. The hood was stretched and could accommodate larger engines, such as the newly introduced Super Sport SS396. Horsepower ranged from 325 through 375.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
The El Camino was restyled in 1968 and lasted through 1972. That same year, the El Camino was finally able to be purchased with Super Sport equipment, and buyers could partake of the additional muscle car options offered for the Chevelle SS.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
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The Chevrolet El Camino was produced from 1959 through 1960 and again from 1964 through 1987. The vehicle could be classified as a small car but with a pick-up truck bed. The name, El Camino, means The Road in Spanish.Two years after Ford introduced their Ranchero, Chevrolet introduced the El Camino. The styling, both interior and exterior, and its platform were courtesy of the Impala. During....
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March 2023
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Performance and Specification Comparison
El Camino FR A-body Specification Comparison by Year
Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
117.10 in.
6 cyl., 250.00 CID., 155.00hp
8 cyl., 400.00 CID., 265.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 360.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 360.00hp
8 cyl., 400.00 CID., 265.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 360.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 360.00hp
116.00 in.
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 165.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 175.00hp
8 cyl., 402.00 CID., 240.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 270.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 175.00hp
8 cyl., 402.00 CID., 240.00hp
8 cyl., 454.00 CID., 270.00hp
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