1967 Chevelle
Welcome to the definitive factory decoding center and technical guide for the 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. Featuring refreshed front-and-rear styling with wrapped headlight surrounds, bumper-integrated backup lights, and standard dual-master cylinder power brakes, the 1967 Chevelle represents the pinnacle of the first-generation A-body era. Highlighted by the legendary SS 396 (featuring the high-horsepower L34, L35, and ultra-rare L78 375-hp 396 V8 engines), the 1967 lineup catered to both performance enthusiasts and classic cruisers. Whether you are verifying a true 138 VIN SS 396, decoding a Fisher Body cowl tag, or restoring a Chevelle 300, 300 Deluxe, Malibu, El Camino, station wagon, sport coupe, or convertible, this resource delivers factory-correct documentation. Access complete reference charts for VIN plate breakdowns, engine suffix codes, interior trim numbers, exterior paint options, rear axle ratios, power teams, and RPO production totals to accurately identify and restore your 1967 Chevy Chevelle.
Chevelle or El Camino?
Decoding Information Links
- Engine Suffix Codes/Camshaft Specifications ~ 396 Production Numbers & Pad
Listing of engine ID codes for size, horsepower, and transmission type & camshaft specifications. - Engine Horsepower/Torque Specifications
Table of standard and optional engine horsepower ratings and torque specifications - Exterior/Interior Color Combinations & Convertible/Vinyl Top Colors
Exterior paint colors and recommended interior trim codes. - Fisher Body Number Plate Decoding
Decode your Fisher Body Number Plate (a.k.a. trim tag, cowl tag, firewall tag). - Fisher Body Number Plate General Breakdown
General decoding of Fisher Body Number Plates (a.k.a. trim tag, cowl tag, firewall tag). - Interior Trim Codes
Listing of all interior trim codes found on the Fisher Body Number Plate and samples of many. - Interior Paint Colors
Ditzler interior paint colors. - Interior Trim Combination Chart
Listing from GM parts book on all Chevrolet trim numbers, materials, and applications. - Is it an SS396?
How to tell if a 1967 Chevelle is a true SS396. - Paint Codes
Listing of all exterior paint codes found on the Fisher Body Number Plate and samples of many. - Protect-O-Plate Warranty cards
Decoding Protect-O-Plate Warranty cards ~ See samples via Chevelle and El Camino links below. - Rear Axle Codes
Axle ratio, date, manufacturing plant. - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Plate Breakdown
Generic decoding of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plates.
Other 1967 Reference Material Links
- Build sheet Examples
Examples of build sheets/trim sheets/etc. - Trim Tag Examples
Examples of every assembly plant’s trim tags for Chevelle and El Camino. - Trim Tag Analysis
Analysis and breakdown of trim tag formats for the various assembly plants. - Trim Tag Codes
Group option codes. - Engine Photos
Several engine compartment photos, Partial VIN stampings, Production Numbers of 396 V8 Engines - Interior Photos ~ Bench Seat
Examples of several interiors by code number. - Interior Photos ~ Bucket Seat
Examples of several interiors by code number. - Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous paperwork/dimensions/weights/model identification/exterior & interior equipment/etc. - Options and Accessories when installed by Chevrolet
Options and Accessories when installed by Chevrolet - Options by Quantity/Cost
Options listed by RPO and, where known or suspected, quantity sold and original costs. - Options by Series/Model Number
Options listed by RPO and series/model the RPO was available on. - Physical Year Calendar Weeks
January 1 through December 31 - Power Teams
Engine, transmission, rear end combinations. - Production Year Calendar
August of 1966 to July of 1967. - Production Numbers By Plant
Last VIN reported by GM for each assembly plant. - Production Numbers By Series/Model
How many of each style, model, and engine type (L6 vs. V8) was produced. - Standard Interior And Exterior Equipment
Standard Interior And Exterior Equipment by Chevelle series. - Steering Wheels/Door Panels/Instrument Panel
Different steering wheels, door panels, & instrument panel by Chevelle series. - Trim, Moldings, and Front Sheet Metal
Part numbers from GM Parts & Accessories Book. - Warranty Protect-O-Plate cards ~ Chevelle
Examples of Chevelle Protect-O-Plate Warranty cards. - Warranty Protect-O-Plate cards ~ El Camino
Examples of El Camino Protect-O-Plate Warranty cards . - 1967 Chevelle Sport Coupe, Convertible, Sedan, & Station Wagon Photo Gallery
Photos of 1967 Chevelles in almost every color offered. - 1967 Chevelle El Camino Photo Gallery
Photos of 1967 Chevelle El Caminos in almost every color offered. - Chevelle Dealer Brochures
A variety of 1967 Chevelle dealer brochures. - Beaumont Dealer Brochures
A variety of 1967 Beaumont dealer brochures. - 1967 Trivia
Just for fun stuff.