In 1965, Chevrolet changed all that with the introduction of the 396 V8. The 396 was offered in a variety of horsepower ratings including the Corvette L78 396 that produced a whopping 425 horsepower and …

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Feb 10, 2024 · The Chevy 396 engine is a legend in car circles known for its power and performance, especially in muscle cars. Here's everything we know about it,

Jul 30, 2025 · The 396 engine, part of Chevrolet’s legendary big-block family, has earned its place in automotive history as a symbol of raw power and performance. Introduced in the mid-1960s, this …

Chevrolet developed its big block 396-cubic-inch V8 engine in response to the big engines powering the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 and Pontiac GTO. Beginning in 1965, the 396 engines powered Chevelles, …

Jul 13, 2021 · For six glorious model years the 396 twisted and turned its way through the golden age of Detroit performance, burning acres of rubber on drag strips and city streets and leaving a trail of …

Jan 2, 2024 · Since its initial release in 1965, the Chevy 396 big block has been one of the top racing engines available. During its production run, it appeared in Camaros, Chevelles, El Caminos, and …

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Feb 1, 2001 · It probably didn't help that GM kept calling this engine a 396 big-block, further adding confusion to the already vague big-block market.

May 7, 2020 · The Chevelle SS 396 had already attained an incredible following, which was further bolstered its now-iconic redesign that appeared a year prior. It maintained big-block power and …