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{{Infobox Automobile | {{Infobox Automobile | ||
|image=[[Image:OldChevyVan.jpg|250px|1st version of Chevy Van with flat windshield]] | |||
| image | |name=Chevy Van/Sportvan/GMC Handi-Van | ||
| | |production=1964-1970 | ||
|manufacturer=[[General Motors]] | |||
| production | |class=[[Compact van]] | ||
| | |body_style=3-door [[van]] | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{Infobox Automobile | {{Infobox Automobile | ||
|image=[[Image:Wiki cars 346.jpg|250px|GMC Vandura]] | |||
| image | |name=Chevrolet Van / GMC Vandura | ||
| | |production=1971–1996 | ||
| | |manufacturer=[[General Motors]] | ||
| engine | |class=Full-size [[van]] | ||
| | |body_style=3-door [[van]]<br>4-door [[van]] | ||
|wheelbase= {{Auto in|110|0}} (SWB)<Br>{{Auto in|125|0}} (LWB) | |||
|length= {{Auto in|178.2|0}} (SWB)<br>{{Auto in|202.2|0}} (LWB) | |||
|width= {{Auto in|79.5|0}} | |||
|height= {{Auto in|79.4|0}} (SWB)<Br> {{Auto in|79.2|0}} (LWB)<Br> {{Auto in|79.8|0}} (SWB)<Br> {{Auto in|81.9|0}} (LWB) | |||
| | |engine=6.2[[Liter|L]] 130 [[Horsepower|hp]] [[V8]]<Br> | ||
6.2L {{Convert|145|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} V8<Br> | |||
4.3L {{Convert|150|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} [[V6]]<Br> | |||
5.7L {{Convert|185|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} V8 | |||
|layout=[[Front-engine design|Front-engine]], [[rear-wheel drive]] / [[four-wheel drive]] | |||
|transmission=3-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]<Br>4-speed automatic<Br>4-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] | |||
|assembly=[[Lordstown Assembly]]<Br>[[Wentzville, Missouri|Wentzville Assembly]]<Br>[[Scarborough Van Assembly]] | |||
|predecessor=Chevrolet Sportvan/GMC Handi-Van | |||
|successor=[[Chevrolet Express]]/[[GMC Savana]] | |||
|similar=[[Dodge Ram Van]]<Br>[[Ford Econoline]]<br>[[Volkswagen Type 2|Volkswagen Bus]] | |||
|related=[[Chevrolet C/K]]/[[GMC Sierra]]<br>[[Chevy II]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
:''This page talks about the 1964-1996 Chevrolet Van and GMC Vandura. For the long-wheelbase versions (Beauville/Rally), see [[Chevrolet Beauville]]. For the post-1996 successor, see [[Chevrolet Express]].'' | |||
The '''Chevrolet Van''' was one of several [[van]]s made by [[General Motors]] for North America. Its strongest competition was the [[Ford Econoline]] van and the [[Dodge Ram Van]]. | |||
The term "Chevrolet van" also refers to the entire series of vans sold by [[Chevrolet]]. The first Chevrolet van was released in 1961 on the Corvair platform, and the latest Chevrolet van in production is the [[Chevrolet Express]]. | |||
==History== | |||
The first General Motors van was the [[Chevrolet Corvair]]-based Greenbrier van, introduced for 1961, which used a [[flat-6]] [[Opposed piston engine|opposed]] [[rear engine]] with [[Air-cooled engine|air cooling]], inspired by the [[Volkswagen Type 2|Volkswagen bus]]. | |||
The '''ChevyVan''' (1964-1970) was, like the competing [[Ford Econoline]] and [[Dodge A100]], a [[compact van]] based on a modified passenger car platform. The [[engine]] was placed between and behind the front seats with a flat nose. Both engines and brakes were sourced from the [[Chevy II]], a more conventional [[compact car]] than [[Corvair]]. This model was also sold as the '''GMC Handi-Van'''. | |||
The | The second generation ChevyVan/Vandura introduced for 1971 followed the engine-forward design of the 1968 [[Ford Econoline]]. The engine was placed forward of the driver with a short nose and hood. Suspension parts and engines came from the [[Chevrolet C/K|Chevrolet/GMC C-series pickup trucks]]. | ||
The third generation Express and Savana of the 1990s adopted aerodynamic styling, without exposed hinges on the rear doors. Taillights were placed high on the rear pillars. The extended 15 passenger version rode on a longer wheelbase, rather than just an extended body, and a left-side door was made available, for the declining passenger van market. | |||
==Updates== | |||
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===1963=== | |||
The original "classic" flat windshield van. Four or Six Cyl inline engines. Very straightforward construction and a boxy design optimized for hauling cargo, tools and equipment around town. Not well suited for highway use. The base cargo model was the "HANDIVAN", available with or without windows and side doors in the rear. Even the heater and right front passenger seat were options. A slightly spiffier window model designed for passengers was called the "SPORTVAN". | |||
===1967=== | |||
A slightly restyled version with a rounded windshield, bigger engine and better brakes was released. V8 engines were available for the 1st time. The short wheelbase vans measured {{convert|90|in|mm|0}}, while the long wheelbase was {{convert|108|in|mm|0|sing=on}} | |||
===1971=== | |||
All new bodystyle was introduced this year, which continued until the end of the 1995 model year. | |||
The Vandura and sister ChevyVan replaced the earlier flat nosed model. The GMCs were introduced in April 1970; interior components such as the steering column and steering wheel were sourced from the [[Chevrolet C/K|Chevrolet/GMC C/K]] pickups. The short wheelbase vans measured {{convert|110|in|mm|0}}, while the long wheelbase was {{convert|125|in|mm|0|sing=on}} wheelbase). Clear blinker housings were used on early models, along with blue grille ornaments on Chevrolet models. | |||
===1978=== | |||
The front sheetmetal was updated. Changes include: a new, built-out plastic grilles with integrated blinkers, different fenders, round headlamps on lower-end models and square headlamps on higher-end models, new steering wheel similar to the 1973-87 pickups, and new dash. Front and rear bumpers were enlarged. | |||
===1980=== | |||
All 1980 vans were given new rear view mirrors on the drivers and passenger doors. | |||
===1982=== | |||
For 1982, the locking steering column was introduced, along with a new column mounted ignition switch. It was the last model year for a 3-speed manual transmission on the column, and round headlamps. A 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission was also introduced. | |||
===1983=== | |||
Stacked 4-headlights introduced, alongside with a revised grille. Base models continued with 2 headlights. All vans models now have square headlamps. From this model year on, tilt steering was available with a manual transmission because the steering column was retilted to be similar to the C/K trucks. New steering wheels were introduced as well to be similar to the cars for that time. | |||
This version was made famous by the American television series [[The A-Team]]. | |||
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== | ===1984=== | ||
New swing out side doors were introduced to go with the standard sliding side door. The doors were a 60/40 split. | |||
The | ===1985=== | ||
The taillight and side marker lenses were redesigned. New Grille Treatment similar to the pickups. | |||
===1986/87=== | |||
Most engines are fuel injected and a 4.3 litre V6 replaces the old 4.1 liter inline six. Diesel engine is available. A carbureted 5.0 liter 180 hp V8 engine (option LE9) was also available in the 49-state version, with fuel injection for California-emission vehicles. | |||
[[Image:GMCRally.jpg|px 200|thumb|right|GMC Rally 15 pass van]] | |||
===1990=== | |||
Unlike the [[Dodge Ram Wagon|Dodge Ram]] and [[Ford Econoline]] vans which had a welded-on body extension, a {{convert|155|in|mm|0|sing=on}} wheelbase was introduced (about the same length as a Chevrolet/GMC crewcab truck). | |||
===1992=== | |||
Facelift using the front grille from the former Chevrolet/GMC R/V series pickups and [[SUV]]s ([[Chevrolet K5 Blazer|Blazer]], [[Chevrolet Suburban|Suburban]], Crew Cab/Dually), previously phased out of production in 1991. | |||
===1993=== | |||
4L60E [[automatic transmission]] introduced, replacing the 4L60/700R4. | |||
===1994=== | |||
A driver's side airbag was made standard. | |||
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===1995=== | |||
A new longer nose and four head light design was introduced, a very popular school bus conversion.The engine also received a facelift, with the 4.3L V6 now labeled the "Vortec". Engine sizes remained fairly the same e.g. 4.3L, 5.7L, 7.4L engines. Several versions of the van were available for purchase depending on the buyer's needs. Base model was basically a stripped down model - no thrills, very limited interior and no rear seats. The "Sportvan" Had all the features of a full conversion van, but no rear seats and no fiberglass roof extension. Then finally, the "Conversion". These models were sent from the factory bare-bones, to have the interior and exterior upgrades added by third party companies such as "Mark III, Tiara, Coach, Starcraft, etc." | |||
{{Early Chevrolet Trucks}} | |||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-10071307-48.html?tag=mncol;txt The first fuel cell vehicle was built from a Chevrolet Van in 1966] | |||
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