1961 Chevrolet Corviar

First introduced as an economy car, the compact Corvair was gaining sales as an affordable, practical sports car as the sportier bucket seat Monza made its debut. Quick to see a trend, Chevrolet introduced the Sebring Spider Coupe in 1961 to further enhance the sportier, trendy image. Corvair cars will come in 500 and 700 models in two and four-door sedans. The Monza, a two-door hardtop with posh interior and bucket seats, tops the line. The 1961 engines have been upped from 140 to 145 cubic inches. Corvairs can be had with standard three-speed or a four-speed gearbox with automatic transmission or stick shift. Accessories include a gas heater, two-speed windshield wiper-washer and push-button radio. GREENBRIER SPORTS WAGON - MOST VERSATILE VEHICLE IN THE WORLD - Whatever your needs, from serious business to just plain pleasure, the Greenbrier Sports Wagon will rise to the occasion in great style. Its low center-floor gives the Greenbrier 175.5cu. ft. of load space. An easy-to-remove second seat, which faces either front or rear, gives plenty of room for the whole family...plus a tentful of camping gear in the rear. Access to cargo area is through double doors in the curb side and at the rear. Offered in 2 models: Greenbrier and Greenbrier De Luxe. LAKEWOOD 700 4-DOOR STATION WAGON... The only Wagon with plenty of cargo space plus a key-locking front trunk! The new Lakewood, with it's engine in the rear, combines the cargo-carrying capacity and versatility of a wagon with a 10-cu. ft. front trunk. In addition, it's freshly styled, beautifully trimmed and 6-passengers big. The lakewood comes in two models, both with 4-door convenience, and features a one-piece liftgate. With second seat folded down the Lakewood has 58 cu. ft of load space. Available in 12 Magic-Mirror solid colors... 7 two-tone combinations. MONZA 4-DOOR SEDAN in Fawn Beige. Luxurious 6-Passenger Comfort...Full width front seat, upholstered in soft vinyl and rich fabric. Custom trim, including deep-twist carpet, deluxe steering wheel, front and rear arm rests. (Front bucket seats optional at extra cost.)

1961 Chevrolet Corvair Specifications

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Corvair Series 500 - Six-Cyl
05	69	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$1,974	2,355 lbs	18,752
05	27	2 dr Club Coupe - 5P	$1,920	2,320 lbs	18,857
05	35	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,266	2,530 lbs	5,591
Corvair Deluxe Series 700 - Six-Cyl
07	69	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,039	2,380 lbs	51,948
07	27	2 dr Club Coupe - 5P	$1,985	2,350 lbs	24,786
07	35	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,330	2,555 lbs	20,451
Corvair Monza Series 900 - Six-Cyl
09	69	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,201	2,420 lbs	33,745
09	27	2 dr Club Coupe - 4P	$2,201	2,395 lbs	109,945

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Height	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Corvair	108 in	180 in	66.9 in	51.3 in	54 in	54 in	6.50 x 13
Chevrolet Station Wagon	119 in	209.3 in	78.4 in	55.5 in	60.3 in	59.3 in	7.00 x 13

 

1961 Chevrolet Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl - stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. V-8 - stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head. Notes: * High Lift Cam + High Performance # Special High Performance