How many years did they make the Chevy Chevette?
The Chevette was produced in the United States for 12 model years, spanning 1976 through 1987. Globally, production timelines varied by market, with some regions continuing into the early 1990s.
To answer the broader question, this article lays out the U.S. production span and places it in a wider context, noting that international markets saw different end dates for the Chevette depending on local demand and GM regional strategies.
United States production years
The following list shows each model year during which Chevrolet sold the Chevette in the United States.
- 1976
- 1977
- 1978
- 1979
- 1980
- 1981
- 1982
- 1983
- 1984
- 1985
- 1986
- 1987
The 12-year run from 1976 to 1987 marks the Chevette’s primary production window in the U.S. market.
Global footprint and regional notes
Beyond the United States, GM produced Chevette models under varying arrangements in other markets. In some regions, the Chevette’s life extended longer than in the U.S., with production continuing into the early 1990s and, in certain countries, through later mid-decade periods. The exact end dates depended on local demand, manufacturing arrangements, and the introduction of successor models.
Summary
The Chevrolet Chevette enjoyed a 12-year production span in the United States (1976–1987), representing its core run. Globally, the story varied by market, with some regions continuing the Chevette lineage into the early 1990s. Taken together, the model’s production reflects GM’s broader subcompact strategy during and after the energy crisis era.
