Which Year Do Think Has The Most Muscular Stance

1970!!!!!!!!!!!!

i dont know if this is going to be accurate, everyone will probably for for the car they have.

71 & 72 BOYS MIGHT BE A LITTLE P.O.D AT YA....

Originally posted by 1BLACKHARLEY:
71 & 72 BOYS MIGHT BE A LITTLE P.O.D AT YA.... oh man i am so pissed, it aint even funny graemlins/angry.gif redface.gif just kidding.

its to hard to choose. they all look good.

aaron

No offence to you 71 & 72 guy's. Your cars are beautiful too !

Gaz

Originally posted by 1BLACKHARLEY:
71 & 72 BOYS MIGHT BE A LITTLE P.O.D AT YA.... I'm not but then I have a 70 as well as the 72.

This brings up something I read in a mag recently. The author was claiming that the 70 model was little more than "a transition body style between the highly desirable 69 and the less sought after 71 and 2 models." I assumed the author owned a 69 of course, but with the 70 being the high water mark with the most powerful 450 HP 454 engine offering and a very refined body style that didn't really very much in 71 and 2, and the 68 and 69 body style actually being more of a transition style between the squarish early sixties cars and the more flowing 70-72 style what would make one, other than a 69 owner, think that the 69 model was anymore desirable than a 67 or a 70? I always thought that from a collectors stand point the early cars and the 70 were the most desired models.

'67 of course

1970 of course, got three of them.
MIKE

I like all the years but, the 70 has to be my favorite, as I'm currently on my third 70.
I agree with what Professor_SS said about the 70
being the water mark for styling and horepower.
JMO. Thanks for the poll. :D Brian

Well......
I voted for the 69s.......remember a certain blue with a black top car. Just wait until the 67 guys get here!!!!! All 67s are beautiful!!!!! I like Granda Gold 67s the best. Don't forget the 64s......I like those too!!!!

Well, now I have a headache..!!!! I like all Chevelles!!!!! Oh, I love the 72s with a 454!!!!!!

Arghhhhh!!!! Too hard to decide!!!!!!!

ktownkid

True, they are all beautiful, some more than others, but the poll didn't ask which was the most beautiful, or the one you like the most...

I assume this is in "stock" form, since aftermarket wheels, tires and lowering will all affect how the car looks...


I think in stock form, the 1970 has the most musclular stance... Those bulging fenders, bulging hood, hood pins, stripes, the headlights sunk into the body-colored (or is that coloured for you Canadians on this board :wink:). Even the tires look more substantial than say the old redline bias-plys.

The 71-72 are close, but the grills/headlight treatment seem (IMO) to give something up... they seem more refined and formal...

For muscluar stance you can't beat a 70-71. I own a 65 by the way. graemlins/thumbsup.gif

69's have the meanest looking nose.

70's look like they're smiling, how can that look "muscular"???

The difference between the 70-72 is so negligable that I would think we could lump them all together...it's all about personal preference anyway.

i had to go with the 70 overall, but i gotta tell ya, you take a black '68 sitting up on some good rubber and that can be one nasty looking hunk of iron. espcially from a rear elevation angle.

Originally posted by deck6972:
everyone will probably for for the car they have. I didn't :eek: ;)

I like the front of the 70 (4 head lights)and the rear of the 71-72 (4 tail lights). I think they should have made this format on the 71 model year.

Pretty cool guys, so far the 70 seems to get the most Muscular votes. When I posted the poll, I kind of thought that most might vote for what they have, but I thought about the four Chevelles that I've owned, 65, 66, 68 and my current 69 and I really think I would have always went with the 69. There is just something about the 69 that looks Bad A$$ to me. Always has, probably always will.

Cheers, Gaz

69 all the way...

HEY! wheres the 71 and 72.

I always have like the 71 year and thats Mopars too. They just seem to look like power, and cool styling. I must admit I pretty mush like all cars from the 60s and 70s till 1974.
71 Chevelle SS Rag-top graemlins/thumbsup.gif
71 Corvette graemlins/thumbsup.gif
71 Roadrunner (orange with pumpkin interior) graemlins/thumbsup.gif
71 Cuda graemlins/thumbsup.gif
71 Nova graemlins/thumbsup.gif
71 Camaro SS graemlins/thumbsup.gif
ETC....ETC

I'm a little biased since I have owned a total of 4 70's :D . I would say my second choice is the 66.

Of the GM "A" bodies through the same years
1964 - none
1965 - GTO
1966 - Chevelle (no bias, i liked the looks so I bought one, i didn't buy it and THEN like the looks)
1967 - GTO
1968 - Chevelle SS
1969 - Hurst Olds (no doubt there... look at the scoops)
1970 - Buick GSX

would be hard to choose a favorite between 65 GTO, 69 H/O & 70 GSX though.... probably 69-70-65, or 70-69-65, maybe 65-69-70..... no wait.... :confused:

The 70 Chevelle, by far. The dual headlamps and the muscular "body bulge" contribute to the great look.

I voted for the 68. Never seen a meaner looking black Chevelle than 68 Malibus and SS396s. Just mean.

I thank the 70 will have the Most Muscular Stance. I believe that because of the 454 450HP. It has made so much media. My first choice is a 71 convertible. I also like the 67 convertibles. Of coarse BB. I thank most of them have + & - features.

69.. nice garnet paint job.. some wide-a$$ BFG's and a little rake...oh man.. gives me goose bumps..but then again. I am a little biased... :D

Originally posted by SS_Sean:
The difference between the 70-72 is so negligable that I would think we could lump them all together...it's all about personal preference anyway. You could argue the same about the 64/65's, 66/67's, and 68/69's. IMO just "minor cosmetic" differences between them.

Ive had a 66,two 67s, and a 69. Iam partial to the 67, but the look of the 70 is something else.

77 of course!! LOL

I do believe this poll has lost its intent. This went from stance to looks. Oh well, lets see where it goes graemlins/thumbsup.gif
Jeff

They all look great but muscular stance, 70. Like a 69 on steroids.

Gotta go with the 69. With the sharp nose and sweeping rear window opening makes it look like it's going 100mph standing still. Another one from Brighton, MI.

I'd have to go with the '70, too. That was the year I originally wanted. I know a pretty bad a** '66 though..

Wow, 64 is in the lead by a large margin. That's surprising. I voted 70. Good points by the Professor.

64 ???????

really ??????????

when I saw that I questioned it too, but then the last post was from October, so I thought maybe Al was working on the software or something, and the poll info got messed up. There wasn't a new post at the time, so I didn't know why it was on the front page again. :confused: Everyone knows 69 it the mos badass looking. :D

Yea The Pole Numbers Are Messed Up If You Click On The Blue Numbers In The Pole Showing How Many People Voted And For What You Will See It Is The 69 By Far With 65 Votes Followed Closely By The 68 Then The 70......69 Rules Once Again!!!

I demand a recount.
I was wondering why it said "You have already voted in this poll" according to the results I voted for 68.I never voted ,so whats going on?First off,if I was to vote it would be either a 1966 or a 1969.My first and second Chevelles.I would've never voted for a 68,no offense intended to 68 owners.

No way man, none of the above...

The Chevelle Laguna all the way:

http://mclellansautomotive.com/photos/H2320.jpg

69's have the meanest looking nose.

70's look like they're smiling, how can that look "muscular"???

You've never seen a bodybuilding competition have you? Those muscle bound freaks are always smiling, just like this :D

I would vote for the 71.

John W.

Yea The Pole Numbers Are Messed Up If You Click On The Blue Numbers In The Pole Showing How Many People Voted And For What You Will See It Is The 69 By Far With 65 Votes Followed Closely By The 68 Then The 70......69 Rules Once Again!!!
Problem with that is all those votes aren't for the 69. Says I voted for 69 but I voted for 70.

How the hell do you vote?

I have a '69 so...oooo. But I do like the 66 and the 70, although in the 70-72 cars, I like the 70 front end , but the 71-72 rear end. The 69 though has a more streamlined look, especially when set up with a rake and the correct wheel/tire combo.

I have a 70 and I also think it is the best year. That's why I bought it.

70 Chevelles are the best year.

I have a 70 and I also think it is the best year. That's why I bought it.



Me too! That's why I waited until 1970....Chevy didn't get them right until then. Sales peaked that year, also. ;)

This poll seems to be way off from the usual results... usually '67, 69, and '70 are the 3 top ones, and '64 & 68 are near the bottom...

1970, It's a one of a kind!

Back to stance. Looks, ride height and wheels.
Looks go to 70 in my book.
Ride height was probably least butt down in 65/66.
Wheels has to go to 15 inch 71-72. 14's deeply set in the wheelwells completely ruin the 69-70 for me in regards to "Muscular Stance". 64-67 = Nice hubcaps!! 68 rallyes aren't bad.

In total I vote for 69 because it is the best balance of the three.

John

I voted, where is my red sticker that says "I voted" please? :D

And for the record...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v625/Roller406Bu/IMG_0025.jpg

http://www.maliburacing.com/images/june_mom_large.jpg

The G body Malibus are quite muscular, especially when done right. I have a soft spot for these cars and borrowed a few pics from another forum. I have both an 80 Malibu and a 66 Chevelle. My 66 is much nicer then my 80. :thumbsup:

With all the calculations I made, it turns out the 71 has the best Muscular stance. Check it out !!!! :cool:

I had to go with a '67 :p

Seriously, I love the square look, and the 66 is awesome, but add in the louvers of the 67 hood and shwingggggg :eek:

I dont know if this assumption is accurate but here it goes, I looked through the voting "records" and noticed alot of screen names with 70 in them who voted for the 69. Maybe they did, the 69 has a nice stance, or could they have been mis routed? Just wondering...
Pat

I'd say the '72. The taillights on the '71-'72's add more of a muscular look from the rear, I saw one today. The '72 front with the blacked out headlight bezels look pretty aggressive too.

70-72 especially when they sit LOW!!!!!!!!!!

If there done RIGHT there all killer. I voted 70 but own a 66. I just think the 70 looks right coming and going in stock and slightly dressed up. I''ll put my 66 up with any of them.

My 1971 and yours looks good too.

.

All Things Considered, I Bought A 70 Elcamino Because, Why Because The Front Of The Elky Has The Most Classic, Chevelle, Muscle Car Look Of Any Other, And The Power Plants Availabe Were Tremendous. That's My 2c Worth.

My vote was for 1970, but I'm a little biased. I'm not saying that the 70' is the best looking year, it just has the most musculat stance.

1972 - NOT "71 or 72, they're the same". You wouldn't tell a '68 guy that it's the same as a '69. I like the one-piece turn signals and the headlight bezels touching the grill. '69 is a close second for me, though.

Obviously we are all educated about chevelles and know the little subtle differences between years. Some not so subtle. However, I think once 68 hit a lot of the muscle cars looked the same. Kind of kills it for uniqueness.

This would be mine......


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/blaauboer/christmas2004057.jpg


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/blaauboer/christmas2004056.jpg


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/blaauboer/AUT_8109.jpg

To me you can't beat the look of a 71 or 72. Anyone out their got one they don't like.
http://images.andale.com/f2/105/117/8536118/1114647552755_DSC02593.JPG

I prefer the rear window and front grill of the 69's but the 70 SS's have a better stock hood look.

I think 69's look the most muscular. Of course, I like them all, 66/67 as well, but 69 as the most muscular. 1970's look to "porky" for me, the 69s look lean and mean, even though they are basically the same. My pops says he likes 70 the best. In my slow & steady search for a either plain jane or shell (no motor/trans) car, its a 69 or 70.

I'm a little biased, like everyone else is. I'd say the 68. The twin hood domes, Vette Rally Wheels, and the blacked-out rocker and tail-light panels give it my thumbs-up. The 69 would have been my first choice, had I been able to find one in my price range, but there are so many similarities between the two, I just gotta go with my car! They are all cool to me.

Everyone knows the '68 rules! Steve

Oh, and '67 Novas of course! Steve

For "most Muscular" given the choices I have to go with '70 because in stock form it IS most muscular and looks it. I actually kinda prefer the "cleaner" style of the '72.

1972 baby.
Yea, I'm jaded.

1970 For Sure!! Just Look Em Over At A Car Show,Although They All Have There Certain Distinctive Design I Think The 70 Gets The Attention, I Have A 70 But I Like The Neighbors 72 LOL So Ya Just Gotta Go With Your Own Tastes, But For The Stout Stance I Would Have To Go With The 70 Just When It Is Ready To Pounce!! Looks Tough!!
Thanks Chev702

1970 For Sure!!

:thumbsup:

Don't you Guys listen? I said 71 has the best Stance.. Just take look

Hi-po is right 71 chevelle is it I`d like to post a pic of mine but I`m not a TC member and I don`t know how

I actually voted for 70, but now that I got the right tire on my 69 I want to change my vote :D ..

Here is my ss I`m now a TC member, what a great sitehttp://www.chevelles.com/showroom/Jeffs%20Chevelle.JPG

'69 or '67

Here is my ss I`m now a TC member, what a great sitehttp://www.chevelles.com/showroom/Jeffs%20Chevelle.JPG

HEY CRUISER, you been holdiing out Dude. 2 good moves, joining TC and showing off your Badd to the Bone Velle. Awesome Ride Man !!!!!! The Wife says "Love that Color".....

69 all the way

70 was the beginning of the grandma chevelles
actually guys
I like them all when they are done right
still can't beleive 67 and 65 are lagging so bad though
they were the hottest chevelles behind the 68 and 69
on the other hand as for muscle cars in general
69 ss chevelle, 69 mach 1, 69 ss rs, 69 charger, 69 AMX
69 in general had to be the best of the best

Tom you woke up an the wrong side of the bed. Your back ass backwards. Start with the 71 then 70 and then 72 and move on from there.

Tom you woke up an the wrong side of the bed. Your back ass backwards. Start with the 71 then 70 and then 72 and move on from there.
loser - you only wish you had a cool car:D
actually as long as the big block has enough umph it really doesn't matter what it is in
but I'd still rather be in my 68 or 69 hot rod than a granny 70 - 72:p

C,mon...it's a no brainer. ALL the Chevelles leading up to the '70 were experimental. Chevy finding their way, if you will. In 1970 Chevy finally got it right! That's why sales peaked in 1970 and went down the hopper after that! :D That one goofy headlight on each side of the '71 was a step backward! :) I mean C'MON, what's up with THAT?! Sheesh! The '70 LOOKS mean just sitting there in stock form The 71's look like Grandma's going to climb in and drive to church. God, she might as well as been driving a Ford! ;) THAT was the beginning of the end for the Chevelle....... :D

C,mon...it's a no brainer. ALL the Chevelles leading up to the '70 were experimental. Chevy finding their way, if you will. In 1970 Chevy finally got it right! That's why sales peaked in 1970 and went down the hopper after that! :D That one goofy headlight on each side of the '71 was a step backward! :) I mean C'MON, what's up with THAT?! Sheesh! The '70 LOOKS mean just sitting there in stock form The 71's look like Grandma's going to climb in and drive to church. God, she might as well as been driving a Ford! ;) THAT was the beginning of the end for the Chevelle....... :D

:eek: Oh no you didn't just say that, think I'll just sit here & watch the flames fly :D

Scott

Which Year Do Think Has The Most Muscular Stance

Definitely 70-72 models

Wow, I thought this post woulda been dead a long time ago.

I'll still go with the 69 as the most muscular stance :D

Gaz

Wow, I thought this post woulda been dead a long time ago.

I'll still go with the 69 as the most muscular stance :D

Gaz

Need glasses, do we? :D Just kidding! ;) Let me go get my asbestos suit......

Need glasses, do we? :D Just kidding! ;) Let me go get my asbestos suit......

Ha! I knew it. Asbestos suit needed when following and trying to catch up to a hot 69 :D

:beers:
Gaz

Ha! I knew it. Asbestos suit needed when following and trying to catch up to a hot 69 :D

:beers:
Gaz

I'm with you Gaz :beers: .. Lets give the 70 guys a break though, they only missed by one year :D :waving:

Scott

Ha! I knew it. Asbestos suit needed when following and trying to catch up to a hot 69 :D

:beers:
Gaz

Nah...the asbestos suit is needed by '70 owners 'cause without it, the car is SOOO hot that you'd burst into flames just approaching it! :D '69 owners have no such problems. ;)

no 70 meant the 7th year of chevelles were for zeros

just kidding

no 70 meant the 7th year of chevelles were for zeros

just kidding

SPEAKING of ZERO's, how is that Brain of yours doing Tommy.....:cool:

1970, but I am just a tad bit biased.
Yup - that's my opinion. :hurray:
rachael anne :waving:

1970, but I am just a tad bit biased.
Yup - that's my opinion. :hurray:
rachael anne :waving:
Biased or not at least you're right! ;)

Damn straight Hank!
Don't question the redhead.
rachie :D

1970 is the muscular looking year, standing proud, then the United States goverment stepped in and had to stop the insanity of everyone buying the 1970 models, they knew 1 more year looking like the 1970's model would mean total destruction of the human race, 1969 is close but no CIGAR, mike

I`ve changed my mind, I think the 1963 chevelle has the best stance

LOL

1970 is the muscular looking year, standing proud, then the United States goverment stepped in and had to stop the insanity of everyone buying the 1970 models, they knew 1 more year looking like the 1970's model would mean total destruction of the human race, 1969 is close but no CIGAR, mike
See, that pic is a perfect example of what Rach and I are talking about!

Hank. you know better than that. I know you do. How could you not think that Blue/ white-stripes 71 doesn't look better than yours??? Come on Amigo, get with it Dude .. :cool:

SPEAKING of ZERO's, how is that Brain of yours doing Tommy.....:cool:
hey there is more than zeros in there
I have a few rocks
some cob webs
and this tiny walnut looking thing high atop a string

Hank. you know better than that. I know you do. How could you not think that Blue/ white-stripes 71 doesn't look better than yours??? Come on Amigo, get with it Dude .. :cool:
Dah! Easy, I look at that blue beast then I look at mine, nuff said.

Rich from a side view you can barely tell the difference between a 70 and 71.

Oh and what is Tom talking about? Maybe he just forgot to take his medicine today.

hey there is more than zeros in there
...and this tiny walnut looking thing high atop a string

This " poll" board is too CooL :thumbsup:

Oh and what is Tom talking about? Maybe he just forgot to take his medicine today.
tom is always not sure of what he is talking about
he is lost and has no clue to what happens in the world around him:confused:
hey now wait you were talking about me:clonk:
well I guess this still holds true:D

as for the poll

70's always top the charts

but that is because most people have no clue what a cool car should look like:p

68 and 69 are the coolest then 67 then 65 then 70

and as for the 71 and 72 well they fall in that granny car catagory that the 70 is in:D

but I still think they are all cool:thumbsup:

as for the poll

70's always top the charts

but that is because most people have no clue what a cool car should look like:p

68 and 69 are the coolest then 67 then 65 then 70

and as for the 71 and 72 well they fall in that granny car catagory that the 70 is in:D

but I still think they are all cool:thumbsup:

Yep, the 68's and 69's are the definate granny car. A quick glance will tell you that. AND that cheesy front end will verify it.....something grandma would put on the car.....tinware galore! That's why Chevy HAD to come out with a REAL muscular looking car...a car which to this day appears on MORE restoration catalogs than ANY other year Chevelle, AND appealed to the youth market of the day....not my PARENT'S generation like the '68 or '69. ;) Heck I knew guys who bought the '68 and traded it when the '70's came out. They were finally able to cruise the streets again without people pointed and laughing! :p The '68's and the 69's LOOK old and SHOULD be considered an antique. :) The '70 still has great lines that are considered classic 35 years later. Sorry guys, the '70 still has the most muscular stance....guess that's why they sold more that year than in any other year. :D

One IMPORTANT fact to remember is that these cars were advertised as mid sized FAMILY cars. NOT performance cars as such. It really wasn't until 1970 when Chevy went all out and pushed the performance angle. There were more, what you youngsters call "granny cars" sold than any other 396 or 454 optioned vehicle. The big blocks weren't practical on the street for everyday use. I remember them as being a tuners nightmare. Try, just try, putting 500 miles or more a week, week after week, on a big block WITHOUT having to do something on it. So, I guess I don't quite understand the term "granny car". "Sleeper", maybe, granny car, no. Let me see how many big blocks went 335,000 miles without a rebuild. ;)

The poll numbers are still off. there are actualy 108 votes for 69 chevelle if you take the time to count them.


so it would be 108 for 69 and 112 for 70 pretty close.

The poll numbers are still off. there are actualy 108 votes for 69 chevelle if you take the time to count them.


so it would be 108 for 69 and 112 for 70 pretty close.
Don't bother counting them. If you look you'll see quite a few 70 owners listed as voting for the 69. Myself included and I voted for 70. Don't think you can trust the results at all.

Yep, the 68's and 69's are the definate granny car. A quick glance will tell you that. AND that cheesy front end will verify it.....something grandma would put on the car.....tinware galore! That's why Chevy HAD to come out with a REAL muscular looking car...a car which to this day appears on MORE restoration catalogs than ANY other year Chevelle, AND appealed to the youth market of the day....not my PARENT'S generation like the '68 or '69. ;) Heck I knew guys who bought the '68 and traded it when the '70's came out. They were finally able to cruise the streets again without people pointed and laughing! :p The '68's and the 69's LOOK old and SHOULD be considered an antique. :) The '70 still has great lines that are considered classic 35 years later. Sorry guys, the '70 still has the most muscular stance....guess that's why they sold more that year than in any other year. :D

One IMPORTANT fact to remember is that these cars were advertised as mid sized FAMILY cars. NOT performance cars as such. It really wasn't until 1970 when Chevy went all out and pushed the performance angle. There were more, what you youngsters call "granny cars" sold than any other 396 or 454 optioned vehicle. The big blocks weren't practical on the street for everyday use. I remember them as being a tuners nightmare. Try, just try, putting 500 miles or more a week, week after week, on a big block WITHOUT having to do something on it. So, I guess I don't quite understand the term "granny car". "Sleeper", maybe, granny car, no. Let me see how many big blocks went 335,000 miles without a rebuild. ;)
I don't want to go 335,000 miles slow
I want to go a few thousand fast
only kidding
I want to go 335,000 real fast:D
jerry has a granny car nananananana:D
I figured I had to slip something intelligent in there:clonk:

I figured I had to slip something intelligent in there:clonk: That's a great idea Tommy, let me know when you plan on doing that so I can read it. In fact if you ever post anything intelligent anywhere on TC let me know, I wouldn't want to miss it! :p

EDIT: Sorry Tom but you been asking for it! All that talk about my floor.

That's a great idea Tommy, let me know when you plan on doing that so I can read it. In fact if you ever post anything intelligent anywhere on TC let me know, I wouldn't want to miss it! :p

EDIT: Sorry Tom but you been asking for it! All that talk about my floor.
that is it hank buddy you are gonna find a cleveland steamer on your floor now:p

For muscluar stance you can't beat a 70-71.

Thats correct Bug, I agree with you !! Lets get more detailed on say 71 has it !!!

Jerry, you're very confused.
I mean, c'mon, let's go back to where the performance started. The SS396 in 1965. Then all the way thru the 60's. It's just a shame that when the engine performance peaked, it was wasted on the 70. A 69 LS6 would have been a much bigger hit.
1970 is the Grandmas car for sure.
It's square and boxy. Big wheel wells and small wimpy tires.
An ugly flat rear bumper with no character at all.
And the hood. OMG, the hood extends all the way to the grille. Can you say, ((((((((drop anchor))))))))))). What a boat !
The 70 looks something more like a Monte Carlo with it's looooooooong hood. YUK.
I mean, just take one look at the dash of a 70 with it's long sweeping grandma speedo dash and it makes me think, Ford Galaxie. Or Impala. YUK.
Now the 69 on the other hand, well now that's a performance minded car. It appeals to two age groups. Under 30. And over ! It has the much sportier round guages. And a much tidier dash configuration. The 69 didn't need that big padded dash that you have in your 70. It's all business baby, none of that big padded dash frilly stuff. Nope. Lightweight. Performance. Serious business, not padded comforts.
And hey, at least the 69 doesn't share it's front bumper with a Monte Carlo like your 70 grandma car does. uuuggghhhh.

1969 is the best Chevelle made.
You can have your LS6.
A 69 L89 375hp 396 or a COPO 427 would outrun that boat.



Nate

Jerry, you're very confused.
I mean, c'mon, let's go back to where the performance started. The SS396 in 1965. Then all the way thru the 60's. It's just a shame that when the engine performance peaked, it was wasted on the 70. A 69 LS6 would have been a much bigger hit.
1970 is the Grandmas car for sure.
It's square and boxy. Big wheel wells and small wimpy tires.
An ugly flat rear bumper with no character at all.
And the hood. OMG, the hood extends all the way to the grille. Can you say, ((((((((drop anchor))))))))))). What a boat !
The 70 looks something more like a Monte Carlo with it's looooooooong hood. YUK.
I mean, just take one look at the dash of a 70 with it's long sweeping grandma speedo dash and it makes me think, Ford Galaxie. Or Impala. YUK.
Now the 69 on the other hand, well now that's a performance minded car. It appeals to two age groups. Under 30. And over ! It has the much sportier round guages. And a much tidier dash configuration. The 69 didn't need that big padded dash that you have in your 70. It's all business baby, none of that big padded dash frilly stuff. Nope. Lightweight. Performance. Serious business, not padded comforts.
And hey, at least the 69 doesn't share it's front bumper with a Monte Carlo like your 70 grandma car does. uuuggghhhh.

1969 is the best Chevelle made.
You can have your LS6.
A 69 L89 375hp 396 or a COPO 427 would outrun that boat.



Nate

:rolleyes:

For the record,all Chevelles are cool in my book.
1970 Super Sports DO NOT have long sweeping grandma speedo dash.
A Monte Carlo bumper is NOT the same as a 70 Chevelle bumper either
And a Monte hood is quite a bit longer than a Chevelle,probably about 16" or so.
A stock L78 is NOT going to outrun a stock LS6 either,and thats a fact.
No offense either Nate :)
All my statements are facts,not opinion other than I think all Chevelles are cool.

Don't bother counting them. If you look you'll see quite a few 70 owners listed as voting for the 69. Myself included and I voted for 70. Don't think you can trust the results at all.

I bet there are plenty of 70 votes from 71-72 owners that would have voted otherwise. I still haven't voted officially out of protest ;).

If I had the bucks I would own a 67 and a 70.

psssst, Mr 4 speed, I'm just trying to get under Jerry's skin. he he he
I know all about what you are saying.
He likes to rib us 69 guys, but we can dish it right back about his 70.

1. Jerry 70 is not an SS. It's a long grandma speedo Malibu !
2. 70-72 Monte front bumpers share the same shape as the 70-72 Chevelles. It's the turn signals that are different.
3. I'll have to do some measuring now, but I know the difference in the length of the 70-72 Monte and 70-72 Chevelle hoods is not 16". They're closer than that. My point was that the 70-72 Chevelles do not have a header panel in front. Thus the long hoods. Can you say "boat".
4. Your statement about and LS6 car outrunning an L78 is speculative. It really depends on the driver ! Yeah I know the LS6 is faster. I'm trying to get Jerrys goat cuz he drives a grandmas 70 Malibu.

And for the record, I thought Chevelles were cool BEFORE you did, so there.


Nate

psssst, Mr 4 speed, I'm just trying to get under Jerry skin. he he he
I know all about what you are saying.
He likes to rib us 69 guys, but we can dish it right back about his 70.

1. Jerry 70 is not an SS. It's a long grandma speedo Malibu !
2. 70-72 Monte front bumpers share the same shape as the 70-72 Chevelles. It's the turn signals that are different.
3. I'll have to do some measuring now, but I know the difference in the length of the 70-72 Monte and 70-72 Chevelle hoods is not 16". They're closer than that. My point was that the 70-72 Chevelles do not have a header panel in front. Thus the long hoods. Can you say "boat".
4. Your statement about and LS6 car outrunning an L78 is speculative. It really depends on the driver ! Yeah I know the LS6 is faster. I'm trying to get Jerrys goat cuz he drives a grandmas 70 Malibu.

And for the record, I thought Chevelles were cool BEFORE you did, so there.


Nate
don't forget jerry's car has as much milage as a grandma too:D
jerry I hope you are laughing

Jerry must not have the energy to defend his corner.
Or maybe he knows I'm right. yeah that's it.

Nate

Duh---66 of course:thumbsup:

Jerry must not have the energy to defend his corner.
Or maybe he knows I'm right. yeah that's it.

Nate

Nah, I bask in the satisfaction that I drive it everyday, not just stare at it, apart in a million pieces in the garage like most of you guys, longing for the day that you can finally drive it before you're too old to remember what it was LIKE to drive! :p That's why the 70's are the best. They actually RUN! The other years are just "old cars" that aren't even road worthy. :p

Nate,lol buddy..I kinda guessed you guys where just having fun :)

Nah, I bask in the satisfaction that I drive it everyday, not just stare at it, apart in a million pieces in the garage like most of you guys, longing for the day that you can finally drive it before you're too old to remember what it was LIKE to drive! :p That's why the 70's are the best. They actually RUN! The other years are just "old cars" that aren't even road worthy. :p
wow jerry that hurt man :D

You old guys sound like a buck of little 6th graders or something arguing about whos car looks better.Give me a break. All Chevelle years have something others dont. But the only thing that really makes me angry is when people with a 70 - 72 Chevelle talk about how ugly the 71 is compared to the 72 or vice versa. They are practically the same dang car with a few minor changes. And who cares about what the stock chevelles look like. There are so many things you can do with Chevelles to get rid of some of the less desirable things on them such as a custom dash. I infact have a genious plan for my 72 that will blow all your cocky 70s and 69s out of the water!

Look at these babies!
www.carsbykris.com/gallery/

There are so many things you can do with Chevelles to get rid of some of the less desirable things on them such as a custom dash. I infact have a genious plan for my 72 that will blow all your cocky 70s and 69s out of the water!
[QUOTE]
Good for you. Teach us old guys a lesson will ya!!!
Acually we need young spirited cuys like you to keep the sport alive.It doesn`t matter what you do to your Chevelle as long as you understand we all share the same interest in fixing up and restoring and racing these fun cars. Most of the "trash" talk from what I have seen so far on this site (which a great one) has been in fun

You old guys sound like a buck of little 6th graders or something arguing about whos car looks better.Give me a break. All Chevelle years have something others dont. But the only thing that really makes me angry is when people with a 70 - 72 Chevelle talk about how ugly the 71 is compared to the 72 or vice versa. They are practically the same dang car with a few minor changes. And who cares about what the stock chevelles look like. There are so many things you can do with Chevelles to get rid of some of the less desirable things on them such as a custom dash. I infact have a genious plan for my 72 that will blow all your cocky 70s and 69s out of the water!

Kids. ;)

Had a good laugh on that one Jerry.

But what really makes me mad now is we have a 72 guy who wants to mix it up too. JK of course.
But this is fun.
I do like the 71 front turn signal lenses better than 72.
I like the grille better too.
But I'll be the first to admit that most people don't even know these subtle differences between the 71 and 72's.
They just see the shape of the car.

I had a 70 Malibu about 10 years ago. It was a bucket seat/console car with AC, but I could see that it just wasn't near the car that the 69's are, so I got rid of it as soon as I could, Jerry.


Nate

Kids. ;)
Old People

You old guys sound like a buck of little 6th graders or something arguing about whos car looks better.Give me a break. All Chevelle years have something others dont. But the only thing that really makes me angry is when people with a 70 - 72 Chevelle talk about how ugly the 71 is compared to the 72 or vice versa. They are practically the same dang car with a few minor changes. And who cares about what the stock chevelles look like. There are so many things you can do with Chevelles to get rid of some of the less desirable things on them such as a custom dash. I infact have a genious plan for my 72 that will blow all your cocky 70s and 69s out of the water!
love all chevelles
some of them have rock crushers
and here at TC some of us are stone crushers
we are just having fun
well except the people who own the 72 rattle traps :D J/K

Old People

Just remember something, SON, ;) it's us "old people" you come to for advice about your Chevelle, NOT the other way around. 17 is a mere blip on my "Year-o-Meter". ;) Learn to recognize that most of these posts were done with tongue firmly planted in cheek....just guys having fun with each other, nothing more, nothing less. :waving:

Hey, I have a plan.
If we can get Jerry's blood pressure up high enough, maybe he'll keel over and then somebody can get the neglected 70 Chevelle and clone it into the SS454 that it has always yearned to be ! That poor Malibu, born into a life of poverty and held down by it's owner, never to see what speed really is. Oh, the humanity.

I know that car just wants to get out and breeeeeaaaaaaath.

In all sincereness Jerry, I hope you drive that car another 20 years. Too many of these cars are kept under lock and key and we just don't see enough of them on the road anymore.

I'm going to go drive my 408 cu in BBC right now and I'll be damned if that excellerator pedal doesn't go to the floor a few times !

Nate

Just remember something, SON, ;) it's us "old people" you come to for advice about your Chevelle, NOT the other way around. 17 is a mere blip on my "Year-o-Meter". ;) Learn to recognize that most of these posts were done with tongue firmly planted in cheek....just guys having fun with each other, nothing more, nothing less. :waving:
Im just givin ya a hard time. I respect all the old wise men on here and the advice that they give. I think this is the greateset site on the net with the best people in the world.

Just remember something, SON, ;) it's us "old people" you come to for advice about your Chevelle, NOT the other way around. 17 is a mere blip on my "Year-o-Meter". ;) Learn to recognize that most of these posts were done with tongue firmly planted in cheek....just guys having fun with each other, nothing more, nothing less. :waving:
Ya gotta admit,he gotcha back a good one though :D

personally my choice is the 67 SS a coulple of friends had them in hig school I've got a 70 I happened on real cheap so I built what I got, but I really would have loved to have found a 67, Jim

This post is still around? havn't you come to the conclusion that 67 (SS) and 68 (non concourse/SS) have the best muscle car look.

Well duhuhh

I drive a '68 ragtop myself, but i think the '72's have the best look...single headlights and cowl induction. Sorry it wasn't a choice on the poll.

This Thread ended already. the 71 Velle won out......

This Thread ended already. the 71 Velle won out......
The 71 wasn't even an option in the poll, and for good reason, it's not even worth mentioning! :p

The 71 wasn't even an option in the poll, and for good reason, it's not even worth mentioning! :p
Hanky, can't you let me say my s--- without attacking me every post ;)

Uh, no! :D

Ok, Ok, I started the post. And, I did forget to include post 70 cars. Twas not cause I dont like em, it was just an over sight. How bout this.........

All year Chevelles have the most muscular stance over any other brand X....

How's that ??????????

It still kills me how long this post has survived........

P.S. 69's still rule LMAO :D

Gaz

Yes, 69's are the best, without a doubt.
I'm glad it has taken 20 years for other people to catch on to this, because it gave me a chance to get the 5 I have !

And Jerry is an ok guy, he's only off by 1 year !

Nate

All year Chevelles have the most muscular stance over any other brand X....

How's that ??????????


Ditto.

Cough cough '70 cough.

The 68's first,then 69's,then 66's then the cranberry red w/blk stripes 70 SS. Mark

I didn't realize this post was still going. My beloved 65 is wayyyyyy behind.

O Well!!

(~00=====00~) (1970)

Someone shoot this thread and put it out of it's misery!

Someone shoot this thread and put it out of it's misery!
BANG!

([]O=======O[]) (72) What now! I agree 72s with cowl induction look downright mean!

I didn't realize this post was still going.

It wasn't, it ended a while back with 70-72's being the winner by a mile.
(70-72 are the same as far as Muscular Stance goes.)

I guess people keep bringing the thread back up to the top trying to get their own year more votes or something.
:D

I sure wish some one would put the CORRECT TOTALS up since the ones being displayed are WAY OFF. If you go in and count the votes and who voted the 69 is the clear winner with 133 votes with the 70 close behind with 128. So please fix the totals so they read correctly.

We know they're screwed up. If your read back through here it's been said a dozen times. It's also been stated that you can't do your own count, I voted for 70 but my name shows under 69, along with at least a couple dozen other 70 owners.

Shoot it!

Finally, You told me that 69's are your favorite. Someone is not telling the truth :).

Just pointing out the facts, you don't have to be mad because you got caught voting for 69.:)

Just pointing out the facts, you don't have to be mad because you got caught voting for 69.:)
Not mad, look thru the screen names of those that voted for the different years. I understand that some people have a 70 when their favorite is really a 69 or vice versa. Things just don't add up though, way to many names with 70 in them under the 69 list. Same is true for the other lists so don't trust them, as you yourself said the numbers don't even add up right so who knows what the real results are.

Ray, I just said that to try and make you feel better. You don't think I would come right out and tell you your car is no where near as cool as mine! :D

I'm mot saying I know the answer to why it's screwed up, but Finally voted for a 70 and it appeared under the 69 column. I voted for 69 and my name appears under the 68 column. It seems almost like it shifted the votes back one year. Just a guess, so don't give me any crap Finally :).

Yeah you are right they are a year off. I voted for the 66 since the 72 wasnt on there and it says I voted for the 65.

Just a guess, so don't give me any crap Finally :).
Boy Ray you're no fun at all! Fine, I'll find someone else to give c*** to, BTW where is Tom? Haven't seen much of him lately. :D

Actually I think it's the mods, they're probably sitting back laughing at all the confusion here. kind of like magical disappearing posts! :p

Just pointing out the facts, you don't have to be mad because you got caught voting for 69.:)
Hank AKA FInally voted for a 69??

Muwhaaaaaaaa....... :D :D :D :D :D :D I knew he had penis envy and like my car more than his own....... :D :D

Muwhaaaaaaaa....... :D :D :D :D :D You must have voted for the 59 Chevelle Harry because your vote doesn't even show up....... Muwhaaaaaaaa....... :D :D :D :D :D

Certainly i have voted 1970. However, 1966 Chevelles always looked tough

1970- 1972 are the best

Muwhaaaaaaaa....... :D :D :D : You must have voted for the 59 Chevelle Harry because your vote doesn't even show up....... Muwhaaaaaaaa....... :D :D :D :D :D
I didn't even read this thread, until I saw that you were the last one to post here and it figures you screwed up your vote........Let me guess,,,,,a hanging Chad? You sure your not from Fla???? :D


Had I voted it would have been for the 55 Chevy. :)

Had I voted it would have been for the 55 Chevy. :)
Don't you mean the "shoe box"?? I know that tuna can of yours does not apply..

Hmmmmmm, tough decision :D

Don't you mean the "shoe box"?? I know that tuna can of yours does not apply..
Funny thing is, I don't even see the sorry Arse 71 on the poll....... GHAaaaaaaa.... :D :D :D :D :D

And in the words of some dork (you) that already posted here, "can't you let me post my S**T without you attacking me"? Whaaa, Fricking cry baby..... :waving:

I didn't even read this thread, until I saw that you were the last one to post here and it figures you screwed up your vote........Let me guess,,,,,a hanging Chad? You sure your not from Fla???? :D


Had I voted it would have been for the 55 Chevy. :)
Harry didn't vote yet, he's still waiting for his absentee ballot to show up in the mail. :clonk:

Actually I think it's the mods, they're probably sitting back laughing at all the confusion here. kind of like magical disappearing posts! :p

Dang it, BUSTED :(

Harry didn't vote yet, he's still waiting for his absentee ballot to show up in the mail. :clonk:
Conflict of interest.

Stands to reason , that since I OWN a 69 must I vote, Come on Hank, I THOUGHT you were the smart one....... Figure it out for yourself... ;)

Admit it Harry, you couldn't figure out how to vote. Looked around and couldn't find an election official to help you so you split. :D

Admit it Harry, you couldn't figure out how to vote. Looked around and couldn't find an election official to help you so you split. :D
I tap out , you win..... :beers:

:beers: I know you could come up with a reply if you wanted to, that's ok we'll let this one go. :thumbsup:

I didn't even read this thread, until I saw that you were the last one to post here and it figures you screwed up your vote........Let me guess,,,,,a hanging Chad? You sure your not from Fla???? :D




That's exactly why I won't go to Florida. I'm terrified of those people hanging Chads!

You have no idea what it's been like being a Chad since the Presidential Election of 2000. I should apply for federal aid or something.

I never really did know, just what the hell is, or was, a chad, let along a hanging chad?

hey hank
here I am
I saw that I had voted 69 and the vote was correct for me
so I think that you are afraid that your car is going to disown you just because you like the 69 better don't you
don't worry hank we won't tell your granny 70 that you really like the 69 better
especially since the 69's are a ton better
besides who ever heard of doin' a 70:D

besides who ever heard of doin' a 70:D

I dunno...I've heard of a 68...where you do me and I owe you one. So I guess a 70 would be a 69 where I do you one better!

I dunno...I've heard of a 68...where you do me and I owe you one. So I guess a 70 would be a 69 where I do you one better!things that make you say hmmm :D

OMG, is this thread still going?????? Lets just go ahead & settle this thing once & for all.......... 1969 is the Chevelle with the most muscular stance

Thanks for eveyrbody else's input, but its over :D :waving:

Scott

yeah what scott said !!!!!!!!!!!

I truly love the 70 model and I really like the 71 and 72 models (I own a few). However, a 1967 Chevelle that is done right (slightly lowered, pro-touring, etc.) is the best IMHO.
Frank

I never really did know, just what the hell is, or was, a chad, let along a hanging chad?

I'm just a regular guy with a wife and kids. I'm fond of Chevelles, El Caminos, fishing, and shooting. I hope they never have a reason to hang me.

Chad

PS, why aren't the '68 and '69 combined? The '70 isn't the only one that shares a "stance" with other years.

I truly love the 70 model and I really like the 71 and 72 models (I own a few). However, a 1967 Chevelle that is done right (slightly lowered, pro-touring, etc.) is the best IMHO.
Frank
I have changed my thoughts over the months, and I have to agree with you, but adding the the 66 along with the 67 with that lower Stance and large rear meats tucked inside the wheel well (pro street or Drag look)...:thumbsup:

I really love the 69's and think they are truly the best chevelle made :thumbsup:now you are coming around:D

now you are coming around I like those 66 and 67's the best also, 69's stink:D
Oh, I see you agree, right on Tommy !!!!!

Oh, I see you agree, right on Tommy !!!!! and those 69's are the greatest - even though the stink comes from the burning tires
yeah rich it is a good kind of stink :D

I like mine:

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3733/carcraftchevelle1ey.th.jpg (http://img237.imageshack.us/my.php?image=carcraftchevelle1ey.jpg)

hope the pic comes through. It's a little grainy from being taken at @5:30 AM before the Car Craft show last year.

The difference between the 70-72 is so negligable that I would think we could lump them all together...it's all about personal preference anyway.
I agree !!!!!

I have change of Heart, after looking at Hi-po SS 454 Chevelle, it does have a Badd ass stance for a 71 Chevelle. Looking Good Rich (DI knew you would come around Tommy, thanks Man...:thumbsup:

I knew you would come around Tommy, thanks Man...:thumbsup:any time rich
that is one bad ass chevelle for a granny car
by the way are you from pasadina or however you spell it
and who is that old lady you let drive that car

66 of course :thumbsup:

uh, what BLACKHARLEY said. One headlight tubbed 71/2 blows away 70s dual lights. Way tougher looking, imho. 69 wins hands down in my book. NOTHING looks better than a blown , tubbed 69. N-O_T_H-I-N-G! :cool:

1970 Chevelle SS 454 LS6. The Greatest Car Ever!!!

70 without a doubt but I have a 69 rag too, so would say 70 then 69!

Same here 69-70http://forums.mozillazine.org/images/smiles/banana.gif
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I have a back yard full of Chevelles and I like them all , not withstandanding the "muscular stance."

Not to swat a hornet's nest here, but even though we, or at least the pollster here, favor the "classic" chevelles (don't understand the exclusion of the 71/72s), many clubs include ALL chevelles/malibus and I wonder how the 73 & up vehicles would've faired.

In all fairness to the hobby and to the cars,it is all in the eyes of the beholder.Some just beholding the wrong car...Everyone knows '70 is the most 'muscular' looking!:D

Honestly I like 'em all...If I wasn't driving a '70 I'd be drivin' a '67 and I would have voted different.:)

Stance wise, you can make any Chevelle look mean with the proper aftermarket goodies.

IMO, stock, stance wise, they all looked pretty weak...

BUT THEY ARE ALL GOOD LOOKIN'!

Stance and Looks are being mismatched here into a long, drawn out blah of a thread.

Can this thread go away now?

OMG thread started on Oct 28. 2004.
Yup...this thread is done, or it should be!
Oh hell - just say we love them all!
rachael anne :waving:

Is this getting close to a record ? Woulda never thunk when I started it !

69's are still the meanest, Ha :thumbsup:

Gaz

1970 !



Can you put that fron end on other years or malibu's ?

I vote for 71..:thumbsup:

Guess most of us just vote for the year car we have...

I'd say the 64 is the most "dangerous" looking only because they are 42 this year and are most likely to come apart at high speed flying down the highway, losing parts and killing pedestrians.

Ryan

Gotta be a 70- SPESHLY a 70 boo. sta. wgn. Full hubcaps,roof rack,whitewalls, This will have the look of a real "MUZZEL" car. What Chevelle is the best looking? What if you owned a two door EDSEL with a 427- 4-speed
After an EDSEL any Chevelle would look good. Be happy with what you have.

1969 of course!!!!!!

1970

Holy crap!! This is the post that just wont go away..

70-72

Us 71-72 Guys have the cool rear bumper. With fat tires in the back, it just oozes muscle!

So, I'm sorry to disappoint you 64-70 guys, you still have nice cars. Just that out 71-72's are better! :-D

I'm just kidding with you guys. If I had the cash, I'd have one of each!

1967---------------

69, 70 & 71

Oh no!! Not this post again......

70 and then 67's

1970 ss

Us 71-72 Guys have the cool rear bumper. With fat tires in the back, it just oozes muscle!
!


Does the 71 rear bumper fit on a 70 ?

Check out my 70 LS5 Elky with 275's on the rear & 255's up front!

Oh no!! Not this post again......

My words exactly Scott, Who would-a-ever-thunk and I started it !!!

Garry

i have a 70 elco...but i have to give a 69 chevelle the nod for meanest looking stance...theres somthing frighteningly shark like about them (especially the back half) when sitting right with the right tires and rims (old school cragar s/s's will be just fine, thank you )...and i personally think they're maybe the one and only car in the world whos looks are actually improved by a vinyl top, a black on black 69 SS chevelle is plenty sinister looking in my book

sorry, but i agree with the 70 cut off point, i'm not sure why, but, i just think they really lost something when they lost two headlights up front....like a biker trying to look mean while holding a cell phone to his ear....lol, no, not nearly that bad

I think the 70 has the most muscular look due to the styling. The image is definitely the most performance oriented.

Damn this thread has been going on forever.

Might as well chime in.

It's a toss up between a '67 drooool and a '70 for most muscular stance.

But I am a '65 guy myself. I like the hard lines and boxier look. better to go cruising with. Knowing me, if I had a '67... I would HAVE to go haulingass everywhere I went.

Buying a '65 I can take it slow and cruise around. if I bought a '67 I would need a helmet and if I had a big old '70 I wouldhave to grow my hair long and get a mustache and keep my cigs rolled up in my sleave :cool: