The Chevelle SS 396 with a standard V8 with 350hp |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
In 1970, Chevrolet introduced the ultimate powerhouse for it's mid-sized line-up. Chevelle enthusiasts were greeted by the LS-6 with the fearless 454 V8. The 454 had a factory rating of 450 hp. Few other muscle cars could rival the power of this super sport optioned model. The LS-6 454 included high compression pistons, rectangle port cylinder heads, and solid valve lifters, teamed up with dual exhaust and a cowl induction hood. While performance was important, so was looks and 1970 SS optioned Chevelles were available with twin stripes running over the hood and rear deck lid. Magnum 500 steel wheels were used on all SS option models as well as heavier suspension. The 1970 Chevelle LS 454 remains one of the highest collected muscle cars of all time.
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Production Numbers
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon Series 31 - Six-Cyl | |||||
31 | 36 | 4 Dr Nomad - 6P | $2,835 | 3,615 lbs | Note 3 |
Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon Series 32 - V-8 | |||||
32 | 36 | 4 Dr Nomad - 6P | $2,925 | 3,718 lbs | Note 3 |
Chevelle Series 33 - Six-Cyl | |||||
33 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,537 | 3,196 lbs | 10,700 (rounded off) |
33 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe | $2,572 | 3,142 lbs | |
33 | 36 | 4 Dr Greenbrier- 6P | $2,946 | 3,644 lbs | Note 3 |
Chevelle Series 34 - V-8 | |||||
34 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,627 | 3,312 lbs | 13,200 (rounded off) |
34 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe | $2,662 | 3,260 lbs | |
34 | 46 | 4 Dr Greenbrier- 6P | $3,100 | 3,748 lbs | Note 3 |
34 | 36 | 4 Dr Greenbrier- 8P | $3,213 | 3,794 lbs | |
Chevelle Malibu Series 35 - Six-Cyl | |||||
35 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,685 | 3,221 lbs | 21,100 (rounded off) |
35 | 39 | 4 Dr Sport Sedan - 6P | $2,790 | 3,302 lbs | |
35 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,719 | 3,197 lbs | |
35 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $2,919 | 3,243 lbs | |
35 | 36 | 4 Dr Concours - 6P | $3,056 | 3,687 lbs | Note 3 |
Chevelle Malibu Series 36 - V-8 | |||||
36 | 69 | 4 Dr Sedan - 6P | $2,775 | 3,330 lbs | 354,700 (rounded off) |
36 | 39 | 4 Dr Sport Sedan - 6P | $2,881 | 3,409 lbs | |
36 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $2,809 | 3,307 lbs | |
36 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $3,009 | 3,352 lbs | |
36 | 46 | 4 Dr Concours - 9P | $3,323 | 3,836 lbs | Note 3 |
36 | 36 | 4 Dr Concours - 6P | $3,210 | 3,794 lbs | |
Malibu Concours Estate Series 38 - V-8 | |||||
38 | 46 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 9P | $3,455 | 3,880 lbs | Note 3 |
38 | 36 | 4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P | $3,342 | 3,821 lbs | |
Chevelle SS 396 Series 36 - V8 + RPO Z25 Super Sport 396 Option Package | |||||
36 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $3,439 | Not Available | 49,826 |
36 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $3,639 | Not Available | |
Chevelle Malibu SS 396 Series 36 - V-8 + RPO Z15 Super Sport 454 Option Package | |||||
36 | 37 | 2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P | $3,497 | Not Available | 3,773 |
36 | 67 | 2 Dr Convertible - 6P | $3,697 | Not Available |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Chevelle (2 Dr) | 112 in | 197.2 in | 76 in | 59 in | 59 in | E78 x 14B |
Chevelle (4 Dr) | 116 in | 201.2 in | 76 in | 59 in | 59 in | E78 x 14B |
Chevelle Station Wagon | 116 in | 206 in | 76 in | 59 in | 59 in | 7.75 x 14 |
Chevelle SS 396 & 454 | 112 in | 197.2 in | 76 in | 59 in | 59 in | F70 x 14 |
Options & Accessories
Description | Description |
Four-Season Air Conditioning | Ash Tray Light |
Rear Window Air Deflector (station wagon) | Courtesy Light |
Air Injection Reactor | Glove Box Light |
Rear Antenna | Luggage Light |
Positraction Rear Axle | Under Hood Light |
Optional Rear Axle Ratio | Luggage Rack (station wagon) |
Heavy-Duty Battery | Front & Rear Floor Mats |
Center Rear Seat Belt | Left Outside Remote Control Mirror |
Front & Rear Custom Deluxe Seat Belts | Side Window Moldings |
Center Rear Custom Deluxe Seat Belt | Rear Window Moldings |
Custom Deluxe Shoulder Belts | Two-Tone Paint |
Front Disc Brakes | Power Brakes |
Sintered Metal Brake Linings | 4-Way Power Front Seat |
Front Bumper Guards | Power Steering |
Rear Bumper Guards | Power Tailgate Window (station wagon) |
Electric Clock | Power Convertible Top |
Heavy-Duty Clutch | Power Windows |
Rear Window Defroster | Heavy-Duty Radiator |
Door Edge Guards | AM/FM Push Button Radio w/ Front Antenna |
250-cid/155-hp 6-Cyl | AM/FM Push Button Radio w/ Front Antenna & Rear Speaker |
327-cid/325-hp V-8 | Rear Seat Speaker |
327-cid/275-hp V-8 | Vinyl Roof Cover |
396-cid/350-hp V-8 | Thick Front Foam Seat Cushion |
396-cid/375-hp V-8 | Strato-Bucket Seats |
Temperature Controlled Fan | Super-Lift Rear Shock Absorbers |
42-amp Delcotron Generator | Speed & Cruise Control |
61-amp Delcotron Generator | Speed Warning Indicator |
Tinted Windows (all glass) | Deluxe Steering Wheel |
Tinted Windshield | Comfortilt Steering Wheel |
Strato-Ease Headrests | Sport Styled Steering Wheel |
Heater & Defroster Deletion | Stereo Tape System |
Tri-Volume Horn | Heavy-Duty Front & Rear Suspension |
Special Instrumentation | Tachometer |
7.35 x 14 White Sidewall Tires | 4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio) |
7.35 x 14 Black Sidewall Tires | 4-Speed Manual Transmission (wide-ratio) |
7.75 x 14 Black Sidewall Tires | Turbo Hydra-Matic Transmission |
7.75 x14 White Sidewall Tires | Powerglide Transmission |
F70 x 14 Red Stripe Tires | Overdrive Transmission |
F70 x 14 White Stripe Tires | Vinyl Interior Trim |
Deluxe Cloth Interior Trim | Positive Crankcase Ventilation |
Mag-Styled Wheel Covers | Simulated Wire Wheel Covers |
Appearance Group | Auxiliary Lighting Group |
Foundation Group | Convenience Group |
Engine Data
Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.Letter Code | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Carburetor |
CCK | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 1 BC |
CCL | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
CCM | 6-250 | 155 | 235 | Powerglide | 1 BC |
CKO | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CKP (A.H.) | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CKQ | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual (Heavy-Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
CKR | 8-400 | 330 | 410 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CKS | 8-400 | 330 | 410 | 4-Speed Manual (Heavy-Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
CKT | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CKU | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual (Heavy-Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
CNC | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | 3-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CND | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CNE | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | Powerglide | 2 BC |
CNF | 8-307 | 200 | 300 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 2 BC |
CNI | 8-350 | 250 | 245 | 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
CNJ | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CNK | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | Powerglide | 4 BC |
CNM | 8-350 | 250 | 245 | Powerglide | 2 BC |
CRE | 8-350 | 300 | 380 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 | 4 BC |
CRN | 8-454 * | 360 | 500 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CRQ | 8-454 * | 360 | 500 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CRR (A.H.) | 8-454 # | 450 | 500 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CRS | 8-454 # | 450 | 500 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CRT | 8-454 * | 360 | 500 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CRV | 8-454 # | 450 | 500 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CTW | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CTX | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
CTY | 8-396 # | 375 | 415 | Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 | 4 BC |
CTZ | 8-396 * | 350 | 415 | 4-Speed Manual (Heavy-Duty Clutch) | 4 BC |
* = High Performance
Axle Codes
Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.Codes - Non-Locking | Codes - Locking | Ratio | Inspection Cover |
CCA | CCE | 3.08 | 10 Bolt |
CCN, CGA, CRJ | CCO, CGB, CRK | 2.56 | 12 Bolt |
CCP, CGC, CKD | CCH, CGD, DKC | 2.73 | 10 Bolt |
CCW, CRU | CCF, CRV | 3.31 | 12 Bolt |
CCX | CCD | 3.07 | 12 Bolt |
CGG | CGI | 3.36 | 10 Bolt |
CKJ | CKF | 3.55 | 12 Bolt |
CKK, CRW | 4.10 | 12 Bolt |
Manufacturer Identity | |
B - Buick | C - Chevrolet Buffalo |
O - Oldsmobile | K - GM of Canada, St. Catharines |
P - Pontiac | M - GM of Canada |
G - Chevrolet Gear & Axle |
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