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'''Brookwood''' was a name used by [[Chevrolet]] on certain models in its [[station wagon]] offerings between 1958 and 1972.
The '''Chevrolet One-Fifty''', or '''150''' was the economy/fleet model of the [[Chevrolet]] car from 1953-1957.  It took its name by shortening the production series number (1500) by one digit in order to capitalize on the numerical auto name trend of the 1950s.  The numerical designation '"150"' was also sporadically used in company literature. It replaced the Styleline Special model available in previous years. This model was dropped following the 1957 model year being replaced by the [[Chevrolet Delray|Delray]].


[[Image:1958 Chevrolet Brookwood.jpg|thumb|right|1958 Chevrolet Brookwood]]
[[Image:1955-chevy-150-chevrolet-archives.jpg|right|thumb|250px|1955 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Sedan]]
[[Image:1972 Chevrolet Brookwood.jpg|thumb|right|1972 Chevrolet Brookwood]]
[[Image:1957-chevy-150-air-chevrolet-archives.jpg|right|thumb|250px|1957 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Sedan]]


==1958–1961==
== History ==
Introduced in 1958 as Chevrolet's mid-priced station wagon, Brookwoods were trimmed in line with Chevrolet's mid-priced [[Chevrolet Biscayne]] models. The Brookwood offered for the 1958 model year was a 4-door station wagon, available in either six- or nine-passenger models.


In 1959 Chevrolet eliminated its entry-level [[Chevrolet Delray|Delray]] series and the Biscayne became Chevrolet's least expensive series. Tied to the Biscayne, the Brookwood became the entry-level (and least expensive) wagon offered by Chevrolet. Brookwoods were now available in two- or four-door body styles, both in six-passenger configuration onlyThe two-door variant would become the basis for the new-for-1959 [[Chevrolet El Camino|El Camino]].  Unlike the Brookwood, the El Camino could be ordered in trim levels corresponding to the entire full-sized car line including the [[Chevrolet Impala|Impala]].  
The One-Fifty was mainly conceived as a fleet model and little effort was spent marketing it to the average car buyer of the day although sales weren't limited to fleets. It was most popular with police, state governments, small businesses, economy-minded consumers and hot roddersChevrolet sold substantially fewer One-Fifties than Two-Tens or Bel-Airs in every year of its life.  


Chevrolet stood pat on its series offerings in 1960. In 1961, the two-door body style was dropped, but the nine-passenger model returned. Chevrolet discontinued the Brookwood name for 1962, instead naming their station wagons after their series names: Biscayne, [[Chevrolet Bel Air|Bel Air]] and [[Chevrolet Impala|Impala]].
True to Cheverolet's vision, the 150 was no-frills basic transportation.  It had limited options, stark trim, solid colors, plain heavy duty upholstery and rubberized flooring.  Small things like ashtrays, cigarette lighters and even mirrors were extra cost options. Compared to the mid-level Two-Ten or premium Bel-Air models, the One-Fifty was stark and bland.  However, the model became a little more stylish in the last years of existence with previous year's Bel-Air stainless steel side trim and an improved interior due to more standard equipment being included in all Chevrolets.  


==1969–1972==
Body style choices were also limited to sedans, wagons and (until '55) the club coupe. The only body styles specific to the One-Fifty were decidedly fleet oriented: the sedan delivery (a 2 door wagon without rear windows and the rear seat removed) and the business sedan (A 2 door sedan with immobile rear windows and back seat removed). Powertrain choices were limited to manual transmissions and low output engines until 1954. In 1957, a full race ready version was also available commonly known as the "Black Widow" for its black and white paint color. It was equipped with 4 wheel heavy duty brakes, 6-lug wheels and dual shocks.
In 1969, each Chevrolet station wagon regained its own unique model name. Brookwood, again related to the Biscayne, was assigned to the least expensive model, followed by the [[Chevrolet Townsman|Townsman]], [[Chevrolet Kingswood|Kingswood]] and [[Chevrolet Kingswood Estate|Kingswood Estate]] models. Brookwood models could be ordered with either six-cylinder or V8 engines. 1970 model Chevrolet full-size station wagons were nearly identical to the 1969 models, the biggest changes being the elimination of six-cylinder availability and the redesign of the front fascia, which did away with the previous year's loop bumper-grille assembly in favor of a more traditional front bumper and grille design.  


In 1971 Chevrolet restyled its full-size models; all full-size station wagons, including the Brookwood, received GM's clamshell rear gate assembly with power rear window. Unlike the door-gate assembly offered in 1969 and 1970, the clamshell gate design required raising the rear window up into the roof of the wagon, while the gate slid downward and under the cargo floor. GM offered an optional electric motor assist for the gate on its lower-priced models after consumer complaints about the weight of the gate and difficulty many had in manually lifting the gate into locking position.
== Today ==


Midway through the 1971 model year, all full-sized station wagons, including Brookwoods, received the previously optional TurboHydraMatic transmission as standard equipment. Despite the series economy roots, virtually all previous Brookwoods had been built and sold with the automatic transmission.
In general, One-Fifties are less valuable than the sibling Two-Ten and Bel-Air models on the collectors' market but the rare surviving sedan delivery or Utility Sedan (particularly the 1957 model when equipped with a [[fuel injection|fuel-injected]] engine, although these all are latter-day modifications) can command premium prices. V8 One-Fifties are popular with hot rod enthusiasts due to lower curb weight and lower prices.


Brookwoods received Chevrolet's front fascia restyle in 1972 and could be ordered with any number of options from full wheel covers to a vinyl top. For 1972, Chevrolet listed a four-door sedan and the Brookwood in that year's Biscayne line.
== 1953-1954 Models ==


For 1973, Chevrolet eliminated the Biscayne and ended production of vehicles bearing the Biscayne and Brookwood names. The Biscayne sedan & wagon was sold in [[Canada]] until the 1975 model year.
First year for the One-Fifty as well as the Two-Ten. These model years were essentially the same except that the business coupe was renamed the Utility Sedan for '54.


From 1969 until 1972 the car was built at the [[Oshawa Car Assembly]] in [[Ontario]]. 
=== Powertrains ===


[[Category:Chevrolet vehicles|Brookwood]]
Three engines were used in the '53-'54 model years although not all were available at the same time. All One-Fifties in 1953 used a 3 speed [[Synchromesh]] manual transmission.  Starting in 1954, Powerglide automatic transmission was available on this series.
[[Category:Station wagons]]
 
*216 in³ "Thrift-master" I6 rated at 93 hp (1953 sedan delivery only)
*235 in³ "Thrift-King" I6 rated at 108 hp  (1953 standard equipment)
*235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 115 hp. (1954 standard equipment)
 
== 1955 ==
 
The '55 model year marked the introduction of a new chassis and the debut of Chevrolet's legendary [[small block]] V8. The One-Fifty buyer was free to chose any powertrain option available.  The business sedan was renamed the utility sedan this year.
 
=== Engines ===
 
*235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 123 hp (manual transmission)
*235 in³ "Blue Flame I6 rated at 136 hp (automatic transmission)
*265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 162 hp or 180 hp (optional)
 
=== Transmissions ===
 
*3-speed Synchromesh manual
*3-speed Synchromesh manual with [[Overdrive (mechanics)|overdrive]] unit
*2-speed [[Powerglide]] automatic.
 
== 1956 ==
 
Engine choices remained the same except for higher hp ratings.  The 265³ V8 was available in three different versions. The I6 had a new unified build regardless of transmission type.
 
=== Engines ===
 
*235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 140 hp.
*265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 170 hp.
*265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with quad barrel carburetor rated at 210 hp
*265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with dual-quad barrel carburetors rated at 225 hp
 
=== Transmissions ===
 
*3-speed Synchromesh manual
*3-speed Synchromesh manual with [[Overdrive (mechanics)|overdrive]] unit
*2-speed [[Powerglide]] automatic
 
== 1957 ==
 
New for '57 was the 283 in³ small-block V8.  Even the fuel injected version was theoretically available to the One-Fifty buyer. The One-Fifty also had side trim in this year, similar to the 1955's Bel-Air trim in fact.
 
=== Engines ===
 
*235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 140 hp.
*265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 162 hp.
*283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 185 hp.
*283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with 4 barrel carburetor rated at 220 hp
*283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with dual 4 barrel carburetors rated at 270 hp
*283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with [[Rochester Products Division|Rochester]] Ram-Jet fuel injection rated at 283hp
 
=== Transmissions ===
 
*3-speed Synchromesh manual
*3-speed Synchromesh manual with [[Overdrive (mechanics)|overdrive unit]]
*2-speed [[Powerglide]] automatic
*[[Turboglide]] variable speed automatic
 
== References ==
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Revision as of 22:49, 2 February 2009

The Chevrolet One-Fifty, or 150 was the economy/fleet model of the Chevrolet car from 1953-1957. It took its name by shortening the production series number (1500) by one digit in order to capitalize on the numerical auto name trend of the 1950s. The numerical designation '"150"' was also sporadically used in company literature. It replaced the Styleline Special model available in previous years. This model was dropped following the 1957 model year being replaced by the Delray.

1955 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Sedan
1957 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Sedan

History

The One-Fifty was mainly conceived as a fleet model and little effort was spent marketing it to the average car buyer of the day although sales weren't limited to fleets. It was most popular with police, state governments, small businesses, economy-minded consumers and hot rodders. Chevrolet sold substantially fewer One-Fifties than Two-Tens or Bel-Airs in every year of its life.

True to Cheverolet's vision, the 150 was no-frills basic transportation. It had limited options, stark trim, solid colors, plain heavy duty upholstery and rubberized flooring. Small things like ashtrays, cigarette lighters and even mirrors were extra cost options. Compared to the mid-level Two-Ten or premium Bel-Air models, the One-Fifty was stark and bland. However, the model became a little more stylish in the last years of existence with previous year's Bel-Air stainless steel side trim and an improved interior due to more standard equipment being included in all Chevrolets.

Body style choices were also limited to sedans, wagons and (until '55) the club coupe. The only body styles specific to the One-Fifty were decidedly fleet oriented: the sedan delivery (a 2 door wagon without rear windows and the rear seat removed) and the business sedan (A 2 door sedan with immobile rear windows and back seat removed). Powertrain choices were limited to manual transmissions and low output engines until 1954. In 1957, a full race ready version was also available commonly known as the "Black Widow" for its black and white paint color. It was equipped with 4 wheel heavy duty brakes, 6-lug wheels and dual shocks.

Today

In general, One-Fifties are less valuable than the sibling Two-Ten and Bel-Air models on the collectors' market but the rare surviving sedan delivery or Utility Sedan (particularly the 1957 model when equipped with a fuel-injected engine, although these all are latter-day modifications) can command premium prices. V8 One-Fifties are popular with hot rod enthusiasts due to lower curb weight and lower prices.

1953-1954 Models

First year for the One-Fifty as well as the Two-Ten. These model years were essentially the same except that the business coupe was renamed the Utility Sedan for '54.

Powertrains

Three engines were used in the '53-'54 model years although not all were available at the same time. All One-Fifties in 1953 used a 3 speed Synchromesh manual transmission. Starting in 1954, Powerglide automatic transmission was available on this series.

  • 216 in³ "Thrift-master" I6 rated at 93 hp (1953 sedan delivery only)
  • 235 in³ "Thrift-King" I6 rated at 108 hp (1953 standard equipment)
  • 235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 115 hp. (1954 standard equipment)

1955

The '55 model year marked the introduction of a new chassis and the debut of Chevrolet's legendary small block V8. The One-Fifty buyer was free to chose any powertrain option available. The business sedan was renamed the utility sedan this year.

Engines

  • 235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 123 hp (manual transmission)
  • 235 in³ "Blue Flame I6 rated at 136 hp (automatic transmission)
  • 265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 162 hp or 180 hp (optional)

Transmissions

  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual
  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual with overdrive unit
  • 2-speed Powerglide automatic.

1956

Engine choices remained the same except for higher hp ratings. The 265³ V8 was available in three different versions. The I6 had a new unified build regardless of transmission type.

Engines

  • 235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 140 hp.
  • 265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 170 hp.
  • 265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with quad barrel carburetor rated at 210 hp
  • 265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with dual-quad barrel carburetors rated at 225 hp

Transmissions

  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual
  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual with overdrive unit
  • 2-speed Powerglide automatic

1957

New for '57 was the 283 in³ small-block V8. Even the fuel injected version was theoretically available to the One-Fifty buyer. The One-Fifty also had side trim in this year, similar to the 1955's Bel-Air trim in fact.

Engines

  • 235 in³ "Blue Flame" I6 rated at 140 hp.
  • 265 in³ "Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 162 hp.
  • 283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 rated at 185 hp.
  • 283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with 4 barrel carburetor rated at 220 hp
  • 283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with dual 4 barrel carburetors rated at 270 hp
  • 283 in³ "Super Turbo-Fire" OHV V8 with Rochester Ram-Jet fuel injection rated at 283hp

Transmissions

  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual
  • 3-speed Synchromesh manual with overdrive unit
  • 2-speed Powerglide automatic
  • Turboglide variable speed automatic

References

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