1976 Chevrolet Chevelle Navigation
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Perimeter box frame with cross members |
Production Years for Series : | 1973 - 1977 |
Price : | $3,640-$5,115 |
Weight : | 3730 lbs | 1691.9 kg |
Engine & Transmission
Inline 6 | |
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Displacement : | 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L. |
Power : | 105 BHP (77.28 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 1200 RPM |
Bore : | 3.9 in | 99 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
Compression : | 8.25:1 |
Main Bearings : | 7 |
Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
Rochester 1-barrel carburetor |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
Power : | 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
Compression : | 8.50:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
2-barrel carburetor |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2200 RPM |
Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
Compression : | 8.50:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
2-barrel carburetor |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
Power : | 165 BHP (121.44 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
Torque : | 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
Compression : | 8.50:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
Power : | 175.00 SAE @ 3600 RPM |
Torque : | 305 Ft-Lbs (414 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
Compression : | 8.50:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L. |
Power : | 235 HP (172.96 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
Torque : | 360 Ft-Lbs (488 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
Bore : | 4.3 in | 108 mm. |
Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
Compression : | 8.50:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Column Shift; Turbo HydraMatic
Gear Ratios
1st Gear : | 3.11:1 |
2nd Gear : | 1.84:1 |
3rd Gear : | 1.00:1 |
Production Figures
Total Chevrolet Production for 1976 : | 2,103,862 |
Total 1976 Chevelle production : | 333,243 |
1976 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
9-Passenger Station Wagon 4 dr. 9 P : | 2,984 |
Colonial Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 30,592 |
Colonial Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 38,469 |
Laguna Colonial Coupe 2 dr. 5 P : | 9,100 |
Malibu Classic 3-Seat Estate Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 6,386 |
Malibu Classic 9-Passenger Malibu Classic 4 dr. 9 P : | 11,617 |
Malibu Classic Colonial Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 82,634 |
Malibu Classic Colonial Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 77,560 |
Malibu Classic Estate Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 5,518 |
Malibu Classic Landau Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 30,167 |
Malibu Classic Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 24,635 |
Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 13,581 |
Dimension(s)
Colonial Sedan
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Colonial Coupe
Price : | $3,640 |
Weight : | 3650 lbs | 1655.612 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Station Wagon
Price : | $4,540 |
Weight : | 4240 lbs | 1923.232 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
9-Passenger Station Wagon
Price : | $4,690 |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 9 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic Colonial Coupe

Price : | $3,930 |
Weight : | 3690 lbs | 1673.756 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic Landau Coupe
Price : | $4,125 |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic Colonial Sedan
Price : | $4,200 |
Weight : | 3830 lbs | 1737.259 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic Station Wagon
Price : | $4,775 |
Weight : | 4300 lbs | 1950.447 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic 9-Passenger Malibu Classic
Price : | $4,920 |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 9 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic Estate Wagon
Price : | $4,970 |
Weight : | 4330 lbs | 1964.055 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Malibu Classic 3-Seat Estate Wagon
Price : | $5,115 |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Laguna Colonial Coupe
Price : | $4,625 |
Weight : | 4980 lbs | 2258.89 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 22.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 5 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.3 in | 5316 mm. |
Height : | 53.1 in | 1349 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 116.0 in | 2946 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.7 in | 1542 mm. |
Handling
Suspension | |
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Front : Unequal-length control arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar Rear : Rigid axle, lower trailing radius arms, upper oblique torque arms and coil springs |
Steering | |
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Recirculating Ball |
Tires / Wheels | |
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Tires : | FR78x15/B |
Recall
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 76V038000 |
Notes | CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 76C09.POSSIBILITY THAT THE SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM DOESNOT COMPLY WITH BRAKE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETYSTANDARD 105.THE FAILURE TO COMPLY IS DUE TO INSTALLATION OF INCORRECT BRAKECOMBINATION VALVE.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, IT WILL DECREASE THE STOPPINGABILITY AND COULD RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING IN A SITUATIONREQUIRING MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACINGVALVE WHERE NECESSARY). |
Data updated June 2024
1976 Averages
Avg. Car Cost : | $1 |
Avg. Household Income : | $16,000 |
Avg. Home : | $43,400 |
1976 Chevrolet Chevelle FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle has a wheelbase size of 116.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle has a length of 209.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle cost when new?A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle cost approximately $3,640 to $5,115 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle was offered as a 9-Passenger Station Wagon, Colonial Coupe, Colonial Sedan, Laguna Colonial Coupe, Malibu Classic 3-Seat Estate Wagon, Malibu Classic 9-Passenger Malibu Classic, Malibu Classic Colonial Coupe, Malibu Classic Colonial Sedan, Malibu Classic Estate Wagon, Malibu Classic Landau Coupe, Malibu Classic Station Wagon, Station Wagon.Q: What tires did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle had FR78x15/B tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1976? A: Chevrolet produced 2,103,862 automobiles in 1976.Q: How many 1976 Chevelles were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 333,243 examples of the Chevelle in 1976.Q: What engines did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 105 BHP (77.28 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 1200 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2200 RPM V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 165 BHP (121.44 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 175.00 SAE @ 3600 RPM and 305 Ft-Lbs (414 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (7440 cc | 454.0 cu in. | 7.4 L.) with 235 HP (172.96 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 360 Ft-Lbs (488 NM) @ 2800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Column Shift; Turbo HydraMatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle has a wheelbase size of 116.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle has a length of 209.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle cost when new?A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle cost approximately $3,640 to $5,115 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle was offered as a 9-Passenger Station Wagon, Colonial Coupe, Colonial Sedan, Laguna Colonial Coupe, Malibu Classic 3-Seat Estate Wagon, Malibu Classic 9-Passenger Malibu Classic, Malibu Classic Colonial Coupe, Malibu Classic Colonial Sedan, Malibu Classic Estate Wagon, Malibu Classic Landau Coupe, Malibu Classic Station Wagon, Station Wagon.Q: What tires did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle had FR78x15/B tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1976? A: Chevrolet produced 2,103,862 automobiles in 1976.Q: How many 1976 Chevelles were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 333,243 examples of the Chevelle in 1976.Q: What engines did the 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle have? A: The 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 105 BHP (77.28 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 1200 RPM- 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle Menu
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