Copo chevelle history book

While few knew about this backchannel program at the time, it is now recognized as the origin of gms top muscle cars. Sep 27, 2007 1969 copo chevelle lingenfelter private collection duration. Yenko remained a central figure in the story of how the copo process was applied to produce subsequent factory madesupercars such as the 1968 yenko super camaro, the gibb chevy ii nova super sport, the zl1 camaro, the 1969 copo chevelle, the 1970 yenko deuce nova, the 1970. His new book, copo, showcases more than forty worldclass collector vehicles processed through gms central office. I bought a 1970 chevelle ss when i returned from vetnam n 1970 and have restored a 1966 chevelle ss 396. If youre looking for a great piece of nova history give kevin a call at 7172786621. The chevelle was the basis for the beaumont which was a retrimmed model tat was sold only in canada by pontiac dealers. Yenko chevrolet was a chevrolet dealership located at 575 west pike street in canonsburg, pennsylvania. The 69 chevelle copos had regular malibu bucketseat interiors, though some got super sport steering wheels.

Nov 21, 2014 were looking at a 1969 chevrolet chevy chevelle copo central office production order. Service stock list applicable to copo option 9566 ba is the same as option 9562 fa with exception of the tires. The names barrettjackson, and all associated graphics, logos, page headers, button icons, scripts, and service names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade dress of the barrettjackson auction company, llc or its affiliates. The l72s highrise intake and openelement air cleaner let it breathe, compared to the ls6s snorkel air cleaner and cramped lowrise intake. Copo chevelle with storied past found in storage unit by randy bolig november 28, 2017 we have all heard or even have to regrettably tell a depressing tale about the one car we wish we could get back. At the opposite end of the copo spectrum from the striped and badged chevelles marketed by don yenko were those delivered just as chevy built them. Mar 26, 2007 remembering the 1969 copo 9562 427 chevelle super car, a special highperformance chevrolet chevelle built by don yenko with a 427ci l72 engine super chevy magazine. A 1969 copo chevelle has some ss features, like the twindomed hood, blackout grille and blackout panel between the taillamps. This provided a wide variety of performance and styling upgrades, but the central office purchase order copo is legendary for creating rare, super secret, high performance camaros. Chevy muscle car aficionado and author matt avery retraces the history of the copo program and the creation of these premier muscle cars. Matts expansive library of more than 400 images, captured specifically for the book, has a permanent home in the archives at the gm heritage center.

The only real threats to copos were 428 scj fords, 440 six pack mopars, and hemis. This car has been kept in a climate controlled facility. A blue chevrolet bowtie emblem replaced the ss badge in the center of the grille. New book on copo chevrolets tells tale of rare muscle cars.

Formerly part of the prestigious otis chandler collection of historically significant american muscle, this unrestored and highly original 1969 yenko copo chevelle, one of only 99 built, qualifies as centerpiece material for the collector searching for original cars with good provenance. Matt averys new book, copo camaro, chevelle and nova. Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars 97816253915 by avery, matt and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. All normal service parts are found in regular catalog listings. It was published by cartech and has a total of 204 pages in the book.

This was accomplished using a copo, or a central office production order. Unfollow copo camaro book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. This web is for enthusiasts considering building or upgrading a copostyle camaro. Chevy muscle car aficionado and author matt avery retraces the history of the copo program and the creation of these premier muscle cars with this 204page. The only known example with copo daytona yellow paint and black cloth interior. The 1969 copo camaro was the ultimate offmenu item chevys 427 cid engine never appeared on any order sheets and wasnt a part of any official package. Hugger orange was not available for the chevelle in 1970. He continued to work with the camaros until 1969 when he decided to expand his inventory with the chevrolet nova and chevelle. The beauty of the book is that it will appeal to the diehard gear heads and at the same time stands very readable for those who just grew up during their hay day and want to know more about them. The chevelle had such a high survival rate that today it is one of the most common cars seen at car shows across the countryand one of the most beloved. Part of the general motors gm abody platform, the chevelle was one of chevrolets most successful nameplates. In fact, a properly set copo chevelle can take a later 454 ls6 in the quarter mile. In his book american muscle published in 1990 author randy leffingwell.

While copo orders were generally reserved for adding alterations to municipal fleets, people found a way around get around limitations gm placed on chevys performance vehicles. This 1969 chevrolet chevelle copo hardtop coupe, finished in fantom green, was offered for sale at the 2006 worldwide group auction held on hilton head island. The chevelle was produced with the intention to compete with the similarly sized ford fairlane and to return to the chevy lineup a model similar is size and concept to the popular 195557 models. Remembering the 1969 copo 9562 427 chevelle super car, a special highperformance chevrolet chevelle built by don yenko with a 427ci l72 engine. The supplemental information is furnished for greater detail, assembly and components peculiar or special to the vehicle involved. Nov 15, 2010 the chevelle would also have gms widest array of trim options, spanning from the barest of entry levels to the most plush chevrolet available besides the impala. Veteran automotive journalist matt averys new book, copo camaro, chevelle and nova. The copo program was designated for fleet vehicles such as taxicabs, but at the peak of the muscle car wars it was used to build the ultimate highperformance chevy muscle cars. This web is for enthusiasts considering building or upgrading a copo style camaro. What significance does laharpe, illinois, have to chevelle history.

Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars book covers muscle cars from chevrolets central office production order option from the 1960s and 1970s. The copo story home the copo story for racers and collectors alike, the most famous of those historic bowtiebuilt missiles was the 1969 copo 9560 zl1 camaro, of which only sixtynine were assembled, aimed squarely at nhra stock and super stock classes, and for going head to head with chevys crosstown detroit rivals. When the chevelle was originally released in 1964, the wheelbase measured 115inches, the exact length as the 5557 chevy. Sold new at eddie hopper chevrolet original build sheet national ls6 registry certificate. A brief history of the copo camaro the copo camaro is a specialty vehicle with low production volumes, initially created by finding a loophole to circumvent limitations gm placed on chevys performance vehicles. Were looking at a 1969 chevrolet chevy chevelle copo central office production order. These cars were offered in variations, with specific numbers indicating special equipment. Muscle, power, and rumble youre thinking about the chevelle now, arent you.

Truth is, chevy created some of the greatest muscle cars of the era well beyond the camaros legendary models like the z28, ss 396, and 427powered copo. Later on, others used the road map to build copo novas and chevelles to similar spec, with similar results. Thats because this classic chevy embodied american muscle cars like no other. Here at kuyoths klassics we are proud to present this beautiful all numbers matching l78 1969 chevrolet chevelle super sport. Copo chevrolet camaro chevelle nova book avery muscle cars fits. Operating between 1949 and 1982, the dealership is best known for selling customized muscle cars in the late 1960s. Fifty years celebrates americas halfcentury love affair with this iconic muscle car. Sep 18, 2012 an epic tale of how one man traded in his ultrarare 427 copo 1969 chevy chevelle for a 70 camaro, then tracked it back down 40 years later.

Click here for more details or check out the october. Rare garnet red 1969 chevrolet copo chevelle gets a whole new. The cidceiling would be lifted for 70, so copo chevelles were built for 1969 only. Licensed with general motors, this book showcases neverbeforeseen archival chevelle. Authored by automotive historian matthew avery, copo camaro, chevelle, an nova. For racers and collectors alike, the most famous of those historic bowtiebuilt missiles was the 1969 copo 9560 zl1 camaro, of which only sixtynine were assembled, aimed squarely at nhra stock and super stock classes, and for going head to head with chevys. One of only two known to exist with original engine. Chevy muscle car aficionado and author matt avery scoured archives and tracked.

When equipped in the small camaro, it could run circles around most of the corvettes on the street. A friend of mine and i tracked down and was able make a purchase on this unbelievable car hidden for decades and totally unknown to the supercar registry, muscle car, and chevelle. The copo muscle car and racing program produced a storied and remarkable journey, and avery captures all these facets in this entertaining and revealing history. Uncover rare nascar history with this 1001 facts series book that spans decades from the. Referred to today as yenkos, they are among the most collectible 1960s vehicles. This model was available in many different varieties including everything from 2door sports coupes to 4door wagons. He has scoured archives and tracked down owners and personnel involved in the program to deliver a comprehensive story and complete guide to the copo cars. Rare garnet red 1969 chevrolet copo chevelle gets a whole. The 300 series was dropped after 1969, but early in 1970 the carryover malibu was joined by another lowpriced model simply labeled chevelle. Copo chevrolet camaro zl1 history classic chevrolets. He started out with souping up chevrolets 67 camaros. The copo muscle car and racing program produced a storied and remarkable journey, and author matt avery captures all these facets in this entertaining and revealing history.

Gm parts center a brief history of the copo camaro. Operating from 1949 to 1982, the dealership is best known for selling customized sports cars during the late 1960s. Rare 1969 chevrolet nova yenkosc 427 was parked in a cow. Body styles include coupes, sedans, convertibles and station wagons. Click here to read hemmings motor news buyers guide for the 19681969 chevrolet chevelle. Unfollow 1969 chevelle book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.

Copo cars shared a post at american muscle car museum. These are our picks for the five best chevy muscle cars that arent camaros. The chevrolet chevelle is a midsized automobile which was produced by chevrolet in three generations for the 1964 through 1977 model years. Elky, yenko and copo fans will also love this handy reference. Offered as the copo central office production order, it was a hushhush program that wasnt in the sales brochure, and most dealers. His newest book, copo, showcases over forty, worldclass collector vehicles processed through gms central office. The bow tie brigrade will even walk you through the process with the copo build book. The 5 best chevy muscle cars that arent camaros hagerty media. Our primary goal is to provide information on vehicles ordered by don yenkos dealership under the copo process central office production order, destined to become either stinger corvairs or stinger vegas. Chevy muscle car aficionado and author matt avery retraces the history of the copo program and the creation of these premier muscle cars with this 204page 10 x 10 hardback guide. Yenko stinger archives is presented to you by ed cunneen you can contact ed at. Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars immediately appeals as an entertaining read while providing fresh referencegrade data on a fascinating chapter of the muscle car era.

This lemans blue example is among the estimated 96 equipped with automatic transmission. The chevelle would also offer the largest range of trim options from basic to swanky packages from gm. One of five copo hugger orange ls6 chevelles known to exist. This muscle car the 1969 chevrolet chevelle copo 427 spoke softly but carried a very big stick. The book won a 2019 silver journalism award winner from the automotive heritage awards. Retrace the history of how don yenko and other performanceminded individuals used a loophole in gms copo program to create the ultimate camaros. Although don yenko had hit a home run with his 1969 copo 9561 camaro and 1969 copo 9562 chevelle build programs, he had trouble selling.

Copo chevrolet camaro zl1 history most of the chevy camaros were ordered using the regular production option or rpo method. The copo chevelle market is neatly divided into two categories. The complete book of classic chevrolet muscle cars by mike mueller. The copo camaros, chevelles, and novas of the 1960s and early 1970s were the ultimate highperformance gm muscle cars. Sep 18, 2019 a tiger king comic book is coming in june. Even rarer was 1969s copo chevelle, powered by the corvettes 427cid v8. This 1969 chevy chevelle ss has the protectoplate and warranty books and rare original code 76 daytona yellow paint. For 1969, yenko had worked with chevrolet to equipped camaros with an l72 427 v8 engine. Matt avery has made his contribution to expanding details of the copo story to. Yenko history book camaro copo nova deuce the machines.

Learn the story of chevrolets ultimate musclecars the copos. While few knew about this back channel program at the time, it is now recognized as the origin of gms top muscle cars. Heres brief history of the life and death of the beastly chevy chevelle. Thanks to copo parts direct, you can build a 20 chevrolet copo camaro. Extremely rare copo option hugger orange with white stripes and parchment interior. Copo camaro and the vega yenko stinger all which receive designated chapters in the book. Originally listed under yenko stock number 9299, this chevelle was first sold through joseph chevrolet in cincinnati to fred j. Daytona yellow was not available for the chevelle in 1970. The chevelle ss was the high performance version of chevrolets chevelle, and had its own line of engines and performance equipment.

Matts expansive library of over 400 images, captured specifically for the book, has a permanent home in the archives at the general motors heritage center. Yenko chevelle l72 427425hp don yenko was one of the most famous muscle car tunists during the late 1960s. Introduced on the 26th of september 1963, the chevelle had a short run. The highprofile, inyourface attitude of a yenko and its double copo spec including the copo 9566 sport car conversion that included special suspension raises the price accordingly. The chevrolet chevelle ss represented chevrolets entry into the hot midsize muscle car battle. Yenko remained a central figure in the story of how the copo process was. Best camaro history book with over 50 pgs per year 1967 1968 1969 rs ss z28. Bob dunahugh, james rice, rick loving, bill hadley, charlie doerge, kasey vandenberg, warren and michael leveque, john gray, pat chrisman, chris shade, and rocco egizio. Little is known about the cars history, but grady is sure that back in the day no one had any idea it was rare. Yenko history book camaro copo nova deuce the machines stinger corvair chevelle. The copo camaros, chevelles, and novas of the 1960s and early 1970s were the.