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Page 8 1966 AUTOMOTIVE SECTION Thursday,-October 21, 1965 NEW LINES "DETROIT -- Variety, safety and new peaks of luxury highlight the 1966 Chevrolets--plus th^gceatest assortment of models in the division's 55-year hiStOrjr| f: ; • ,, E>M^Estes, general manager, said the new Chevrolets, totaling 50 models in six passenger car lines, will go On display in dealer showrooms on Thursday, Oct. 7. I "Model, option, color and interior combinations in the new Chevrolets number in the billions, giving the buyer an unparalleled opportunity to individually customize his car," Estes said. Principal features include: New Models -- A Caprice top-of-the-line series with four prestige models is added to the top selling regular Chevrolets. A fourdoor hardtop joins the Chevelle line, plus a distinctive Super Sport 396 series. Styling -- The Chevy II receives its first complete redesign since introduction in 1962 models. The Chevelle is restyled, there are design refinements in the Corvair and Corvette, and the regular Chevrolet has an even "bigger car" look. Safety Features -- Numerous safety features are made standard on all models ranging from a padded instrument panel and padded sun visors to rear seat belts and b a c k u p lamps. . Mechanical Features -- New engines include a 250cubic inch L6 and two 427-cubic inch V8's. A new three-speed fully synchronized transmission is, standard on all Chevrolet models. Options -- Offered for the first time, in addition to the more than 400 options and accessories already available to Chevrolet -buyers, are a single dial automatic heating and air conditioning system, a bench front seat with center armrest, adjustable front seat headrests and tilt-telescoping steering. Interiors -- Restyled, high fashion interiors are featured in all models. Bucket seats in Chevrolet, Chevelle and Chevy II models are a new slim "Strato" design. Each of the 14 station wagons has an all-vinyl interior. Here are details on the six Chevrolet lines for 1966: Regular Chevrolet -- Headed by the luxury Caprice series, there are 19 models in five series. A color keyed paint stripe distinguished the Caprice Custom coupe -- which has a special roofline unique among all Chevrolet.models -- and the Caprice Custom sedan The two Caprice Custom station wagons have walnut grained exterior trim. All Caprice models have high prestige interiors. The regular Chevrolets have a more powerful appearance, with a forward-thrust to front fenders and l>old horizontal bars in the grille. Individual moldings and ornamentation designate each series. All have taillamps integrated int# the rear quartters and deck giving a wider look. Structural improv ements have been made in both chassis and body. New springs, shock absorbers and softer bushings and body mounts increase smoothness and quietness of ride. The 110-inch wheelbase is retained. Performance of the base six cylinder engine is improved by increasing displacement from 230 to 250 inches. Six V8's are available, including the two new 427cubic inch - engines. Horsepower range is from 155 to 425. Five basic transmissions are off e r e d ' , i n c l u d i n g T u r b o H y d r a Matic. SHOP IN McHENRY New roof line enhance» 1966 Chevy II Super Sport Coupe mwm s •• Reflecting smart new lines for 1966 is this Chevy II Nova Super Sport Coupe. New body panels combined with a new extruded aluminum grille and redesigned front and rear lamp treatments complement the sparkle of the new interiors and instrument panel. New sedan and coupe roof lines with restyled windows and 6 new colors point up the styling surge made by the '66 Chevy II. Chevrolet dealers throughout the nation will display the new cars on October 7. COMING INTO VIEW... THE NEW CHEVROLET FOR 1966 Caprice Custom Coupe THE CHEVROLET --• The most popular car in the U.S.A., and 1966 will be even greater. The jet smooth ride of Chevrolet is tailored to you. THE CHEVELLE -- All' new models. New 300s. New 300 Deluxe models. New Malibus and the famous Super Sport. All with engines to fit your taste and budget. THE CHEVY II -- Some call it the Chevy IIL it is so different. The roofline^ are new, as are the fenders, grille, hood, laillights. THE CORVAIR -- The only rear-engine American car. want sports car handling with Chevrolet dependability -- Corvair is for you. AND CORVETTE -- The only true 2 - seat sport car in America -- and right here at your Chevrolet dealer. If you Chevrolet Presents The Most Complete Line Of Cars Under One Roof bt The Entire U.S.A. NOTE: We still have 4 Brand New and 6 Demo 1965's in stock. Now is the time to make a good deal. CheveUe Super Sport 396 Coupe CLARK CHEVROLET SALES 908 N. FRONT STREET McHENRY PHONE 385-0277