1970 LS3 Malibu 400 BB coupe. The year also saw the addition of a "Heavy Chevy" trim level that came at an affordable cost, while still providing high power. A one-year Nomad trim, called the Nomad Custom, was offered. units assumed to be for Canada consumption. This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. A power moonroof was an option in 1973-75. L78 engines were built; 18 were sold and 10 were service document.write('') I make every attempt to keep the details accurate and up to The 1972 Chevelle SS had a top engine rated at 270 nethp (201kW) conforming with GM's decree that all engines were to be rated at their net engine ratings. Though a 375 horsepower (280kW) cowl induction version was available, few were sold in favor of the newly introduced 454 engine during late-1969 timeframe. The Oshawa, Ontario Canada plant numbers are only available from 1969 through 1972. John Z. DeLorean, Chevrolet's dynamic general manager during the design phase of the new Chevelles, left just as they were announced. Fewer engine selections were available though the engines that remained gained a few horses. Free shipping for many products! Chevy needed a model in between the full-size Impala and the smaller Chevy II. On minor impact the urethane nose cone, backed up by shock-absorbing cylinders, deflects and rebounds; Laguna models also featured a specific diecast chrome grille with bowtie emblem, a body-colored (steel) rear bumper, front and rear bumper rub strips, bright roof drip moldings, bright wheel opening moldings, chrome taillight bezels, full wheel covers, and Laguna fender nameplates. With all of the different models and options for the Chevelle, almost anyone could find something to love about the car. var iframeobj=document.getElementById? The L78 engine was available in the 1967-1970 Camaro. Beaumont/Canso sport coupe and convertible and the 1966/1968 It is suspected the reason is Chevrolet did allowed to be continued but no new orders would be accepted. This change in engine signaled Chevrolet's commitment to positioning the Chevell as a high-performance vehicle. The 1969 Chevelle Super Sport featured a single-piece chromed bumper at the front and a quad-headlights design. Corvette. The 454 engine option was available for the first half of the model year after which the 400 engine became the top engine. The 1970 Chevelle came in Sport Coupe, Sport Sedan, convertible, four-door sedan, a couple of wagons, and coup utility (the El Camino) body styles. same meaning as the VIN from Chevrolet, 1964 Chevelle: The Tonawanda RPO L78 Production Figures for the As a baseline redesign, the second-generation Chevy Chevelle received a shorter wheelbase at 112" and rear deck but ended up with a longer hood. may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. two numbers (13), the third number indicates base See more ChevyWorld.net supporters here . This move reduced horsepower ratings on the big-block engines to 300 for the 402 cubic-inch V8 but the LS5 454 option got an "advertised" five-horsepower increase to 365. After a four-year absence, the El Camino was reintroduced as part of the new Chevelle lineup in 1964. Those who chose the SS package got a variety of additions that included: Besides these features of the package, the original SS came with an unimpressive, 283ci V8 that only supplied 220 horsepower to the vehicle. Contact page and describe the issue. It's a lot better looking out-front than the big bumper approach. Large wraparound taillamps went into a new rear end with standard backup lights. Optional was a four-barrel carbureted version of the 350 V8 rated at 275 gross (200 net with dual exhaust and 175 net with single exhaust) horsepower. the L78 engine numbers but are part of those numbers. The style number on a Fisher Body trim tag does not have the Landau coupes came with a vinyl roof, full-wheel covers, whitewall tires, color-keyed body striping, and dual sport mirrors. Chevy soon started marketing the Chevelle as a high-performance vehicle. The standard engine was 350cuin (5.7L) producing 145hp (108kW) with a 2-barrel carburetor, with options for a 150hp (112kW) 2-barrel or 180hp (134kW) 4-barrel 400cuin (6.6L) V8, and a 230hp (172kW) 454cuin (7.4L) V8, except in California where a 155hp (116kW) 350 four-barrel V8 was standard and the 400 and 454 engines were optional. Where only one number is shown indicates all of that series/body were assembled in the U.S. Canadian production numbers are unknown. 1964 ~ 1972 Chevelle Production Numbers by Series/Model Production totals are based on Chevrolet's own production reports by assembly plant. 1970 model year are not known as the Tonawanda engine plant Laguna interiors were pattern cloth and vinyl or optional breathable all-vinyl upholstery, distinctive door trim with map pockets, deep-twist carpeting, woodgrain vinyl accents, and Laguna nameplates. Camaro. Chevy II/Nova. Production totaled 15,792 cars. However, those in the Chevelle community will point out models like the 1968 SS 396, 1969 COPO 427, 1965 Malibu SS 396 Z16 and 1964 Malibu SS L76 as some of the most sought after models. The more upmarket Malibu continued to sell best by a wide margin and many Chevelles went to the fleet market, but the costlier Laguna coupe and sedan made a respectable showing, with 56,036 going to customers. The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. strikes). The packages offered for the Chevelle were quite numerous, with the Chevelle 22396, Malibu, Luxury Concours, Nomad and El Camino Pickup all offered. New Federal safety-mandated equipment included side marker lights, as well as shoulder belts for outboard front seat occupants on cars built after December 1, 1967. New round instrument pods replaced the former linear layout. Through the 1970s, California cars often had different powertrains than those marketed in states with less-stringent emissions regulations. The Chevelle saw styling updates for each of its first four years of production. A two-door sedan and station wagon was available in 1964 and 1965 in the base 300 series. With that V8, the Malibu Sport Coupe was the top seller by far starting at $2,923. Both 350 V8 engines, as well as the dual exhaust 402 cid V8 engine, were available without the SS option; only the LS5 454 V8 required the SS option. A limited 201 Malibu SS 396 'Z-16' big-block -equipped cars were also eventually produced starting in late 1965, with most being built between mid-March and mid-April. The SS 396 series lasted from 1966 through 1968 before being relegated to an option package in 1969. Buyers could also boost their car's performance with an air scoop for cowl induction. In four-door sedan form, too, the Malibu Classics outsold base models by a substantial margin. Besides being family-friendly, the Chevy Chevelle also quickly appealed to buyers who were looking for something fun to drive that could be displayed proudly outside their home. not from actual production numbers that got to the public. logo and identity is strictly prohibited by law. *. SS emblems, often placed in the center of the car's front grill. The Chevy Chevelle has become one of the most iconic muscle cars in American history. Chevelle station wagons came in three levels: Concours, Nomad, and Greenbrierthe last a badge formerly used on the Corvair van. Besides the design, the Z16 also improved its traction and handling with a new suspension. The car adopted a long-hood/short-deck profile with a high rear-quarter "kick-up". [6] The Chevelle was the U.S. auto industry's only all-new car for 1964 and was positioned to fill the gap between the small Chevy II and the full-sized Chevrolet models. 38,111. 1971 ] | [ with a 402-4 engine (U). engine option for any Chevrolet. Such a public database would be a gross invasion of privacy. This RPO code required any optional engine and transmission available in the Chevelle lineup. The base 454cuin (7.4L) engine was rated at 360bhp (365PS; 268kW), which was also available with cowl induction; and the optional LS6 version equipped with a single 4-barrel 800 CFM Holley carburetor produced 450bhp (456PS; 336kW) at 5600 rpm and 500lbft (678Nm) at 3600 rpm of torque. ), The most extensive redesign in its 10-year history marked the 1973 Chevelle. 1972. Due to concern over proposed Federal rollover standards, convertible and 4-door hardtop models were discontinued, while the 2-door hardtop was replaced by a pillared coupenamed "Colonnade Hardtop". With hot competition from other muscle cars, the Chevelle would add a 327ci small-block Chevy engine that offered a much stronger 300 horsepower. It combined Laguna luxury with the upgraded handling of the SS, which it replaced. if (ie||dom){ The entry-level Chevelle 300 (131 - 132 VIN prefix) was available as a pillared coupe and/or station wagon (Nomad) while the 300 Deluxe and Nomad Custom (133 or 134 VIN prefix) had a 2-door hardtop added to the lineup (fourth and fifth VIN characters will be 37; with the previous 300 Deluxe the hardtop was available with the Malibu and SS396 but not the base 300/Deluxe in the USA not counting those produced for the Canadian market). The 1977 Chevelles featured new grilles. not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with the new SS396 //Specify random URLs to display inside iframe These Malibu series interiors included cloth and vinyl or all vinyl seat trim and deep-twist carpeting. In 1964, a 327 engine that produced up to 300 horsepower overtook the original 220 horsepower engine. Interiors were sourced and shared with select Buick, Oldsmobile, or Pontiac A body patterns - during the middle of the 1968 model year, some Chevrolet A-bodies (including the El Camino) ended up with interior door panels shared with the Buick or Oldsmobile A bodies (Special, Skylark) where supply and demand issues forced a substitution, and during the April 1968 production month in the wake of the assassination of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. there were some work stoppages (e.g. RPO L79 Production Figures for the 1965 ] | [ Chevy II/Nova/Acadian Beaumont. Along with improving the performance, this version of the SS arrived with front and rear seatbelts, a 160mph speedometer, padded dash and AM/FM radio. The L79 engine option was available in the 1965/1967 Corvette Three luxury Concours options became available in March 1968 for the 4-door sedan, the 4-door sport sedan (and the hardtop coupe) and consisted of special sound insulation, and a deep-padded instrument panel with simulated woodgrain accents and all-vinyl color-keyed interiors. The fastback appearance was a revival of a streamlining bodystyle on all GM products from 1942 until 1950, as demonstrated on the Chevrolet Fleetline. The 1976 Malibu Classic received a crosshatch grille flanked by two stacked rectangular sealed-beam headlamps, while lesser models had a waterfall grille and continued with the previous single round lamps. However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. on this website. the El Camino was included in the SS396 series so the L78 To my knowledge Example: 45637 indicates a 1964 (4) V8 Malibu (56) 2-Dr. with tailored fabrics with metallic thread accents. October 21, 1973: American 500-Benny Parsons pits for repairs after an early crash. Sport Coupe Strongly in the Laguna's favor is the integrated, body-colored urethane bumper-front end. // window.onload=random_iframe, Mac's Starting in 1970 the displacement rule was discontinued. V8. inserts were used to cover part of the big rear quarter window. Options included a tachometer, mag-style wheel covers, and sintered-metallic brakes, four-way power seats, a tissue dispenser, and cruise control.[17]. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 All Malibus had concealed wipers. WBD shall not be held liable Malibu and the newly named Deluxe series base model featured the new 5mph (8.0km/h) bumper system with a large chrome front bumper and a chrome rear bumper. The majority of the styling remained for the 1972 Chevelle, but included a new grille and new parking lights mounted on the leading edges of the fenders. To give drivers more customizability, Chevrolet made it so that the car came with a Muncie 4-speed transmission. and optional in the 13680 Malibu series El Camino. CDs, Coins, Gifts, coupe and convertible with no known breakdown of engine More massive rear bumpers were also added, in accordance with stricter US Federal standards for 1974 cars. The grille on the Super Sport was painted flat black, other models got a silver-finished grille. head option in 1969, GM's documentation does mention 311. Lesser Chevelles would get that change later. //This credit MUST stay intact for use of what series was ordered with any specific quantity of There are no known breakdowns The LS5 454cuin (7.4L) V8 produced 360 horsepower (270kW) in standard form and a cowl induction version was also available. //Specify random URLs to display inside iframe The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. 48385. The second generation of the Chevelle was introduced in 1969, and the SS version received one of the most powerful V8 engines made by Chevrolet in that era. taxicabs and rental cars); at the time the police option was reintroduced since the 1964/65 model years (at the time midsize squads came with economy powertrain usually in the case of the Chevelle a third-generation Chevrolet inline-six. Rear seat legroom was up 3.5in (89mm) in sedans. var ie=document.all&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 The number of L78 service engines for the 1969 model Chevrolet's decision to engineer a mid-sized vehicle paid off, with338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. The LS6's oomph came from its 11.25:1 compression ratio, rectangle-port heads with 2.19-inch intake valves, and a mechanical cam . Nimble, quick and responsive." Model-year output totaled 49,352 Chevelles and 290,008 Malibusplus 54,335 station wagons. Where no 'Import' numbers are shown indicates all of that series/model were assembled in the U.S. } The 300 Deluxe squads was not a sales success since the market was dominated by rival manufacturer Chrysler Corporation where its B platform (and its full-sized sedans) outsold its competitors. The G-body Monte Carlo, introduced in 1970, also used a platform that was based heavily on the Chevelle platform, although it was lengthened ahead of the firewall. Six Cylinder Eight Cylinder : Series / Body Produced Series / Body Produced Total; Chevelle 300, 2 Dr Sedan: 3111: 9,663 129 9,792: 3211: Inside, the Malibu Classic interiors had notchback bench seats[clarification needed] upholstered in cloth or vinyl, carpeted door panels, and simulated woodgrain instrument panel trim. Floor coverings were color-keyed in vinyl-coated rubber. Four-door hardtops, dubbed Sport Sedans, were available (1966 through 1972). Chevelle. Deluxe series interiors featured cloth and vinyl or knit vinyl seat trim. This website is designed and maintained The base model of the Chevelle came with either a 140hp Turbo-Thrift six engine, a 200hp Turbo-Fire 307 V8 engine or a 325hp 327 V8 engine. The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 Around an estimated 323 Chevelle 2-door hardtops were fitted with an L72 427cuin (7.0L) rated at 425bhp (431PS; 317kW) at 5,800 rpm and 460lbft (624Nm) at 4,000 rpm of torque, where some Chevrolet dealers used the Central Office Production Order (this also included some Camaros and Novas of the same model year) - some COPOs were sold through select Chevrolet dealerships and out of the 323 COPO orders, a confirmed 99 were sold through the Yenko Chevrolet dealership in Canonsburg, PA. During the 1969 model year, a police package (RPO B07) was available on the Chevelle 300 Deluxe 4-door sedan where some were optioned with the RPO L35 (396) motor along with a boxed frame (also shared with fleet orders e.g. In line with other Chevrolet series, the two-door hardtops were called Sport coupes. With the hardtop, a rare option is a horseshoe floor shifter with an integrated console (with bucket seats - sourced from the SS). While all 1967 Chevelle models rode a 115-inch (2,900mm) wheelbase, the 1968 coupes and convertibles now rode a 112-inch (2,800mm) wheelbase. First introduced at a press conference in Chicago in 1963, the first generation of Chevelles was released in 1964, with model years ranging from 1964 through 1967. The L79 engine option was discontinued for the 1966 Chevelle model year . [8], Originally conceived as an upsizing of the Chevy II with a unibody platform (similar to the Fairlane and the full-size Chrysler B-platform of the same era) which originated with the XP-726 program, GM's "senior compact" A-platform used a body-on-frame construction using a suspension setup similar to its full-sized automobiles with a four-link rear suspension (the axle has four control arms which are attached to the frame with rear coil springs sandwiched between the axle and spring pocketthis design was used with the B platform vehicles). type. This website is the sole property of WBD. 294 of those with the L34 396 cid engine. February 20, 1977: Daytona 500-Cale Yarborough Chevelle pulls away from Benny Parsons Chevelle in the final laps to win in his second Daytona 500. It was possible to order an SS station wagon this year - with the option of a 454-cubic-inch V8 engine, but the mix of sport and utilitarian wagon virtues would last only a single season. in Canada; 36 of these were optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. Corvette. in your browser's window when reporting it. Find out more about the history of the Chevy Chevelle, along with some of the most popular options that you can still get your hands on today. The SS package for the Chevelle would quickly become a favorite of those looking for a high-performance muscle car. is Chevrolet did not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with Just 12,772 Chevelles (9,451 in standard trim, and 3,321 SS 396 models), 29,937 full-size models (Impala and SS 427), plus 14,436 Corvettes were built for the year. 378,618. He held off a late rally by Cale Yarborough to win by only 67.15 points. Forth and fifth numbers indicate the body style, 37 is for a 2 Door Sport Coupe. Flory, p. 356. or submitted by readers and are not to be copied or distributed station wagon, or pickup. This total production number agrees with Chevrolet's Accumulative Production Report of August 31, 1965. Also, the Concours option package (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) from the previous year was continued. The Laguna, which had been Chevelle's top-of-the-line model in 1973, became the sporty Laguna Type S-3 and was only available as a coupe. This is followed by the serial number . option in those two years. The SS option required an available 350 or 454 V8 with 4-speed or Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission. The L79 engine option returned for the 1967 Chevelle model Chevrolet also added 14-inch wheels and a three-speed automatic transmission to their line of transmissions. First production year: 1969 Engines: Gasoline Body style: . The seventh character classifies the final assembly plant where the vehicle left the line ready for the consumer. optioned with the L35 396 cid engine. The SS option was dropped at the end of the model year. These economy-focused models included a simulated floor carpet made of vinyl-coated rubber color-matched to four available interior colors. The Z-16 option included the convertible boxed frame, a narrowed rear axle and brake assemblies from the contemporary Impala, heavy-duty suspension, plus virtually all Chevelle comfort and convenience options. 1969 Chevelle SS396 L78 M22 4:10 Tuxedo Black. In its third and final year, the 1976 Laguna Type S-3 was little changed. Part of the GM A-Body platform, the 1973 Laguna series included coupes, sedans and station wagons. The rear panel of the Z-16 had unique black and chrome trim which framed untrimmed Chevelle 300-style taillights (Malibu and Malibu SS models had bright silver-painted lens trim). engine plant records show only 8,876 L78 engines built but Headroom was up slightly and shoulder room gains were by 1.6 inches (41mm). } Chevrolet produced 60,499 SS 396 sport coupes, 2,286 convertibles, and 5,190 El Caminos; 1968 was the only year the El Camino body style would get its own SS396 series designation (13880).[21]. All-vinyl bucket seats and a console were optional. This was now called a coupe (or pillar coupe) while the 2-door hardtop remained a sport coupe. 1969 Chevelles were billed as "America's most popular mid-size car." Registries for Chevelle/Camaro/Nova/HHR. The L78 engine was introduced late in the More than 24,000 Malibu Sport Sedans were built, with a standard 307-cubic-inch V8 rated at 130 (net) horsepower. The engines included three 396cuin (6.5L) V8s the standard, rated at 325hp (242kW), an optional 360hp (270kW), and an optional 375hp (280kW) (the mid-horsepower 396 was rated at 360hp (270kW) for 1966 and 350hp (260kW) thereafter). Those Still another benefit of the new body designs was greatly improved visibility, up 25% in coupes and wagons, and 35% in sedans. A total of 37,215 Malibu Classic Landau coupes were produced, as opposed to 73,739 Malibu Classic coupes and 28,793 Malibu coupes. Starting in January 1967, the Chevelle SS396 took over and became its own 138xx series, the same as in the U.S. New options included power door locks and a stalk-mounted wiper control. It is suspected the reason iframeobj.src=randomcontent[Math.floor(Math.random()*randomcontent.length)] The Chevelle was introduced by Chevrolet in late 1963. The Chevelle SS 396 became a series of its own in 1966 with series/style numbers 13817 and 13867. Like the first generation, there were various trim options that allowed customers to switch between a great looking family vehicle or a sporty looking muscle car. totals 522,761 and does not match figures above. The series/model explanations indicated Vent windows were also removed on the cars. here does include 15,356 units built in Canada for import. In Mexico, the base version of the new-for-1978 Malibu used the Chevelle name through 1981. The station wagon, available in 6- or 9-passenger seating, featured a new counterbalanced liftgate which allowed for easier entry and loading up to 85 cubic feet.[27]. As noted above, the L79 engine option was discontinued for Use of WBD name, Check out some of our top options: Browseour selection of Chevellesto find more options available to you. (4) Neither convertibles nor station wagons were assembled at Atlanta In order for a 1970 Chevelle SS to be appropriately deemed Numbers Matching, it must meet all of the following requirements: the casting number of the engine block must be correct for the car. Optional on Malibu Classic coupes were swiveling bucket seats in cloth or vinyl. Standard equipment included a console, a vinyl roof, opera-type vertical rear quarter windows which could be covered with optional horizontal ribs; bodyside striping, Laguna S-3 badging, rally wheels, a 4-spoke steering wheel, firmer springs and shock absorbers, a front anti-roll bar, and HR70x15 radial tires on rally wheels. Design, For 1965, Chevrolet also added the 350-hp 327 V8 as a Regular Production Option (RPO) L79. 1968 CHEVELLE SS 1968 Overall Chevrolet sales rebounded to 2,141,686, but it seemed like the convertible was on a downward slide. [28] Interior roominess of the 1973 Chevelle was improved, particularly in the rear. They also had simulated hood scoops, red-stripe tires, and bright trim moldings. Like the 1965 model year the Sixth character indicates the year of production, 1 is for 1971. Rear windows on coupes no longer opened. Considered a limited edition model by NASCAR, the Laguna S-3 was ineligible for competition following the 1977 season. Chevelle. However, the Colonnade models became a sales success. The vehicle would not change much in 1972, with the year largely being a carryover period before the third generation released. [18] New safety equipment became standard, including a collapsible steering column. var iframeobj=document.getElementById? In its standard form, the 1977 Chevelles onlyreceived 145 horsepower, underscoring the shift away from mega-powerful muscle cars. the production numbers above. The Evolution & History of the Chevrolet Corvette, 338,286 Chevelles sold in their first year. Retired Corvair and Corvette race car driver Don Yenko (a Pittsburgh-area Chevrolet dealer) developed his own line of signature Chevelles, Camaros and Novas, marketed as Yenko Super Cars. In Canada, the base series retained its 300 Deluxe name, with appropriate badging on each front fender just behind the front wheel well. The second 402 cid engine was available under RPO, rated at 330hp with single exhaust, and was available in any V8 series except an SS optioned Malibu or El Camino. SS396 convertible, or SS396 sedan pickup. Upscale versions were Malibus including the convertible models. From 1964 through 1969, GM of Canada sold a modified version of the Chevelle that included a Pontiac-style grille and a LeMans instrument panel, marketed as the Beaumont. Chevrolet specifications for 1971 included both "gross" and "net" horsepower figures for all engines. * The El Camino is a body style and not a series. The variety of the Chevelle carried over from the first generation, with plenty of engine upgrade options available. 47142. along with the RPO Z25 SS Equipment option in both 1969 without express consent from WBD in writing. Government-mandated side marker lighting was incorporated, with early 1968 SS 396 light bezels seen with the SS 396 nomenclature - at some point in the later production cycle the engine callout had a 396 also shared with the Chevy II Nova SS (the side marker bezels, also sourced from the Chevy II Nova in 307, 327, and 396 displacements) had the engine displacement except for the six-cylinder models). First number indicates the manufacturer, 1 is for Chevrolet. optioned with the L34 396 cid engine. The 3-speed manual transmission was standard; a 4-speed manual and Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed automatic were optional. Example: 1D80U indicates a Malibu series (D) Custom El Camino (80) Ultimately, with all of the models and packages offered for these vehicles, there's going to be a lot of mixed opinions on which one is the most popular. was replaced with the Z15 SS 454 Equipment option. Options for any Chevelle included a 350 4-barrel V8 of 175hp (130kW) and a 454 4-barrel V8 rated at 245hp (183kW). randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" The rarest Chevelle is the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertiblesome believe that less than20 were ever produced. The Chevelle Super Sport, or SS, represented Chevrolet's entry into the muscle car battle. Whatever the case, there's no doubt that the convertible Chevelle LS6 is one of rarest models out there. The SS 396 sport coupe started at $2,899 - or $236 more than a comparable Malibu with its 307-cubic-inch V8. date. please note the exact page by its address More potent editions of the 396 engine also made the options list, developing 350 or 375 horsepower (280kW). [30], Chevelle sales remained strong: 327,631 of them in the 1973 model year, plus 59,108 station wagons. randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" except the SS396 sport coupe or SS396 convertible. This Chevrolet website is not designed The 4 door sedans and wagons turned to a 116-inch (2,900mm) span. Some mistakes can be made, but Caveats: (1) The total production according to the reported last VIN of each assembly plant totals 375,618 leaving 3,000 units unaccounted for in U.S production: 378,618 - 375,618 (VINS) = 3,000. "The Laguna is the type of car you want to own for fast, comfortable transportation in quiet luxury. 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