Last week we took a look at some Dodge products in the ’60s & ’70s. This time I wanted to revisit the same period but with some products from the bowtie division. So, here’s this collection of drivers, riders, and admirers either posing or caught off guard; the last situation bringing a good deal of fun to some of these.
Not surprisingly, there’s a good amount of SS models, which makes sense. If I had owned one, I would have certainly spent some money to keep the memories. Not that everything in here is that sporty, mind you. And I also fear a couple of these images may date from the early ’80s. But should that get in the way of having fun looking at these?
Great shots. Loved the guy heading off to the prom in his checked tux and his gold MC.
I’m guessing the new mom is thinking it’s time to trade in the Camaro for something a bit more family-friendly.
Lot’s of mag wheels to replace those steel wheels and hubcaps
My first new car.
Top Photo:
Reminds me of the time when Southwest stewardesses (flight attendants) wore Go-Go boots and hot pants. I’m sure the young lady was an excellent candidate to work there.
You mean this. San Diego their home base and I flew on them between 68-78 out of San Diego. Pacific Southwest to be exact.
In the Spring of ’76, I recall my older sister briefly dating a guy who drove a silver ’65-’66 Impala, very similar to the one in the fifth photo. My lasting memory of him, was his reckless driving. I’m sure, why she left him, among other reasons. I rode a couple times with them, on the then very busy Highway 7 between Toronto and Ottawa, as they visited my parent’s home on weekends. The two lane highway, was the most direct route at the time, between the cities. And passing lanes were not yet added. So long lines of cars in both directions, were common. He loved to speed, and make dangerous multi-car passes. Some close-calls. I recall it scared the hell out of her, and me, as a little kid in the back seat. Dangerous passing, was so much more common back then. But she wanted no part of it. I was proud of her, for asserting herself then.
Wonderful pictures.
The young lady from Maryland (black and white photo) looks like a lot of fun. 🙂
I was actually split between Maryland lady and Go-Go boots for the lead pic. Go-Go boots won because of… color photo. It actually tore my heart to choose between the two.
I agree – they’re both outstanding pictures.
The Maryland picture looks like it’s from a mid-1980s high school yearbook… here’s another shot of the same girl and car:
That Chevelle is not a real SS.
That picture struck me as a yearbook picture. We didn’t do much color back in the 1970s.
I agree with Jeff about the lady form Maryland. Rally sweet photo of her. Now, the man with the hood scoop. How does he see the road ahead of him. What is the black device behind the hood scoop? I am guessing an “outdoor” tachometer. Anyone have an idea. Great photos. I would like today to meet the young lad standing in front of the gold colonnade coupe. Let’s ask him if he remembers that hair that he had and the jacket. His undergarments had to be waterproof to wear that jacket.
The Colonnade SS has always been such a weird and wacky car to me. I never know whether to appreciate it or laugh at it.
Same as with Even, above. Who’s going to tell him that his car just isn’t that cool.
I love the white go-go boots in the first shot. I have vivid memories of my 5 year old sister getting a pair for Christmas of 1966 – it think it was the happiest I have ever seen her. 🙂
And Rich, I am not sure you realize it, but you have made history with this post. There are 12 photos here of sporty 1960’s Chevys, and there is not one single Chevy rally wheel in the bunch!
I too never really thought the Colonnade Monte Carlos looked good or hip but, they sold like hot cakes so obviously I was wrong yet again .
The jacket and haircut however……
-Nate
Wasn’t crazy bout them. They did ride nice though.
Give me a black tux any day of the week but that…
Those bowties must generate a lot of downforce.
Go-go boots for the win every time.
An American tradition; an attractive young lady (Go Go boots optional) and a sporty Chevy. Doesn’t get much better.
My teen-aged cousin and his new 69 SS396. My Dad’s old Falcon Ranchero in the background.
Great Chevelle/Malibu SS!
I like the pics. Especially the girl with the go-go boots standing in front of the Malibu! Very catchy!
My favorite car is the dark turquoise (Tahoe Turquoise?) ’67 Chevelle SS396 with the mag-style factory wheel covers.
The white ’66 Impala appears to be a six-cylinder, as there is no ‘v’ emblem in front of the front wheel openings.
I ve.had my 1966 chevelle since nov.1971.and thur high school.and lots of fun till gas went to 80 cents in 1974..just painted the car in 2023….love my old super sport.car.
Summer of ’72
Here’s my Grandpa out is South Burb’s of Chicago modeling his new ’72 Nova (rare moment without a cig)… wooden leg, Schlitz beer and all.
We own 2 camaros. One is a 2024 ss. Love the pictures. Great memories. Thank you!!
Wow the memories, my first car was Monaco orange black top and side stripe 69 SS 396 Chevelle, 16 years old and unleashed, lucky to have made through those days. If that car could talk it would have many fun wild and crazy tales although true to tell. Kept it 30 years but sadly let it go to someone that brought it back to its glory, love you Chevelle wherever you are.
Miss my ss 1981 to 1985….sold it for a new mustang gt.. i was 25 years old when i sold it…saw it on road last 1988..bklyn ny ..
My ss 81/85..didnt know what i had at 21 years old lol.
Here’s my SS427 67 Chevelle, I sold it in 2013. I bought it without an engine and dropped a 69 L-68 Corvette engine into it. It was a fast car with it 4-speed and 12 bolt with 4.11’s. I don’t wish i saved it, because the guy who bought it restored it to a brand new 67 Chevelle SS.
Oh I remember those days. I had a 67 Chevelle ss 396 left to me by my brother when he got drafted in 68. I was only 17 at the time. 2 yrs of payments at $96.00 a month what time in my life.
Sweet pics, I owned a 75 Pontiac Firebird, they weren’t valued like the Camaro. I’m a true Chevy guy, and now have a Silverado 1500, a 1977 Camaro and a 1962 Chevy Nova with a 383 stroker in it. Track car , 440 HP. Lots of fun. Down sizing my collection. 2005 FLHPI Harley and a 1990 Silver Spirit 2 Rolls Royce , 6.9 litre engine have to go this year. Thanks again. Ringo.