What were the models of the Chevy in 1961?

Full-size Chevrolet cars

• Bel Air


• Biscayne


• Impala (the top-tier model, available in several body styles and trims)

Corvette and Corvair family

Corvette

• Corvette (coupe and convertible/roadster styles with performance options)

Corvair

• Corvair 500


• Corvair 700


• Monza variants (sportier trims within the Corvair family)

Summary

What models did Chevy make in 1960?

Chevrolet's 1960 lineup included the popular Impala (the top-of-the-line model), Bel Air, and Biscayne. The sporty Corvair was also available in coupe and sedan versions, alongside the El Camino and various trucks like the C/K series. The Corvette was the dedicated sports car in the lineup.
 
Popular 1960 Chevrolet models

• Impala: The premium model featuring distinctive "batwing" tailfins, teardrop taillights, and a wide range of body styles, including a convertible, coupe, sedan, and station wagon. 
• Bel Air: A step down from the Impala, it was available in several body styles and was often praised for its spacious and comfortable interior. 
• Biscayne: The most affordable model in the full-size lineup, also offered in various body styles. 
• Corvair: An air-cooled, rear-engine car that was available as a coupe or 4-door sedan. 
• Corvette: Chevrolet's dedicated sports car, produced as a convertible. 
• El Camino: A coupe utility with an integrated cargo bed, it shared styling elements with the Bel Air. 
• Trucks: The lineup included various trucks, such as the C/K series, a 1960 Apache, and sedan deliveries. 

Engine options
Engine options varied by model but included the Blue Flame inline-six, various V8s like the 283 and 348 cubic-inch engines, and other powerplants.

What cars did Chevy make in 1962?

In 1962, Chevrolet offered a range of models including full-size cars like the Impala, Bel Air, and Biscayne; the compact Chevy II (available in 100, 300, and Nova 400 trims); the rear-engine Corvair (including the Monza and Spyder models); the sports car Corvette; and light-duty trucks like the C/K series (C10, C20, C30) and the Suburban.
 
Full-size cars

• Impala: A top-tier model, often available as a hardtop or convertible. The Impala SS was a popular performance version. 
• Bel Air: A step below the Impala, also a full-size car. 
• Biscayne: The base-level full-size car. 

Compact car

• Chevy II: A compact car offered in several trims, including the 100, 300, and the high-end Nova 400. 

Rear-engine car

• Corvair: A unique, rear-engine compact car.
  • Monza: A popular trim level.
  • Monza Spyder: A performance version with a turbocharger. 

Sports car

• Corvette: Chevrolet's dedicated sports car model. 

Trucks and vans

• C/K Series: A line of light-duty pickup trucks, including the C10, C20, and C30. 
• Suburban: A large, station wagon-like SUV. 
• Corvair Corvan/Greenbriar: A panel van version of the Corvair. 

Which cars did Chevy discontinue?

Chevrolet has recently discontinued several models, including the Camaro muscle car and the Malibu sedan, marking an end to their gasoline-powered cars except for the Corvette. Other discontinued models include the Bolt EV/EUV, Sonic, Impala, Cruze, and Spark, as the company shifts its focus toward electric vehicles, SUVs, and trucks. 
Recently discontinued models 

• Camaro: Discontinued after the 2024 model year. 
• Malibu: Production ended after the 2025 model year, making it Chevy's last gasoline sedan to be discontinued. 
• Bolt EV and EUV: These electric vehicles are being phased out as Chevrolet moves to a new generation of EVs. 
• Spark: The small, affordable city car was discontinued. 
• Sonic: The subcompact car was discontinued, with the Chevy Trax and Trailblazer offered as alternatives. 
• Cruze: The compact car was also discontinued. 
• Impala: Production of this sedan ended. 

Discontinued models from previous years

• Volt: The extended-range electric vehicle was discontinued. 
• Cavalier: This model was replaced by the Cobalt in 2005. 
• Geo: Chevrolet merged the Geo brand back into Chevrolet in 1997. 
• El Camino: The classic muscle car/pickup truck was discontinued in 1987. 
• Corsica: The budget sedan was discontinued due to reliability issues. 
• Lumina APV: This minivan was discontinued due to its poor performance. 

What cars did Chevy make in 1961?

In 1961, Chevrolet offered a variety of models, including the passenger cars Impala, Bel Air, and Biscayne (in several trim levels like Deluxe and Fleetmaster). The compact and rear-engine Corvair was also available in different models like the 500, 700, and Monza. The Corvette and several trucks like the C/K series and Apache were also part of the 1961 lineup.
 
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Passenger Cars

• Impala: Included various body styles and the performance-oriented Impala Super Sport. 
• Bel Air: Available in different sedan, sport coupe, and station wagon models. 
• Biscayne: Offered in various trims, including the "Deluxe" and the economy "Fleetmaster". 

Other Models

• Corvair: A compact car available in models like the 500, 700, and Monza. 
• Corvair 95: This included the Rampside pickup. 
• Corvette: Chevrolet's dedicated sports car. 
• Trucks: The lineup also included the C/K series of trucks, which includes the C10, C20, and C30. The Apache model was also part of the truck offerings. 
• Station Wagons: Specific station wagon models were offered in the Impala, Bel Air, and Biscayne series.