In 1966, Chevrolet decided to sell the Chevelle SS 396 as a standalone model, but this approach lasted for just two years, as the company reverted the change for the 1969 model year. In other words, ...

Back during the ‘60s, Chevrolet had a hard time making up its mind regarding the marketing strategy for the Chevelle SS 396. Given sales of the Super Sport were on the rise, the GM brand decided to ...

Chevy has one of the richest engine back catalogs in automotive history, but this V8 is easily the rarest the brand has ever ...

Petersen Publishing photographer Pat Brollier made a very busy trip to the Detroit area in the fall of 1966, judging by the wide variety of subjects on the film he submitted to Petersen’s in-house ...

The solid lifter Mark IV engine could rev as high as you wanted it to. Just add the necessary valvetrain goodies, ignition, and go. Most remember 1965 for the incredible Z16 Malibu SS 396. Official ...

When installing the NASCAR cam in the 375-through-435-hp engines, additional piston-to-valve clearance must be cut. A street-driven, 11-second, rat-motored Camaro is not beyond the realm of ...

For those GM Authority readers out there aching for some classic drag racing action, we’ve got a great matchup for you, with a 1968 Chevy Camaro SS 396 lining up against a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner.

First introduced in September of 1963, the Chevelle nameplate was Chevy’s answer to the growing demand for midsize models, offering everything from sensible family sedans to performance-oriented ...