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1921 Chevrolet Series 490

For the 1921 model year, the Chevrolet Model 490 continued with very few changes over the prior year. It was available as a roadster, touring car, coupe, or sedan. A rolling chassis version was also available. Power was from an overhead-valve four-cylinder engine that offered 26 horsepower and was mated to a three-speed selective sliding gearbox.

Production of the Series 490 lasted from 1915 to 1922. When introduced in 1915, the cost of the car was $490. It was an immediate success. For an additional $60, the buyer would receive an electric lighting and starting system.

The price for the 490 soon fell to $440.

The Model 490 rested on a 102-inch wheelbase and was powered by a 171 cubic-inch four-cylinder engine that was sourced from the Series H and offered 20 horsepower. The Model 490 was squarely aimed at the Model T, in both price and mechanical prowess.


By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011

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1921 Series 490
$1,375-$25,000
1921 Chevrolet Series 490 Price Range: $795 - $1,375

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Specification Comparison by Year

Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
13,605
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 170.87 CID., 19.00hp
$490 - $490
18,000
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 171.00 CID., 24.00hp
$490 - $490
57,692
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 171.00 CID.
$530 - $620
86,200
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 171.00 CID., 26.00hp
$660 - $1,060
127,231
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 171.00 CID., 26.00hp
$715 - $1,185
117,827
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 171.00 CID., 26.00hp
$795 - $1,375
109,473
102.00 in.
4 cyl., 170.87 CID., 26.00hp
$500 - $900

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