1965 El Camino Specifications
The 1965 Chevrolet El Camino didn’t differ that much from the previous year, but the El Camino grille, bumper, parking lamps, and fenders were restyled.
The 1965 El Camino trim was available in two levels including the base model El Camino and the El Camino Custom. The base level El Camino was similar in trim to a 1965 Chevelle 300 and lacked body side moldings.
The El Camino Custom was similar in trim to a 1965 Chevelle Malibu. It featured classier trim such as bright body sill moldings, wheel opening moldings, bright roof drip moldings, windshield pillar moldings, door frame moldings, and chrome hood molding. Each configuration could be ordered with a six cylinder or V8 engine.
El Camino interior colors were Aqua, Red, or Light Fawn. The buyer could have ordered a number of different El Camino exterior colors including Tuxedo Black, Ermine White, Mist Blue, Danube Blue, Willow Green, Cypress Green, Artesian Turquoise, Tahitian Turquoise, Madeira Maroon, Evening Orchid, Regal Red, Sierra Tan, Cameo Beige, and Crocus Yellow.
To complement the wide variety of available colors were the available drive train combinations that could be opted for on the 1965 El Camino. Base power was had by one of two six cylinder engines. Buyers who wanted more power could opt for a V8. Manual transmissions were either 3 speeds or 4 speeds and the only available automatic transmission was the 2 speed Powerglide.
About 34,700 1964 Chevrolet El Caminos were produced.
1965 El Camino Advertisements
Model Options:
1965 El Camino Base Model Information
- Body Styles
- 2 Door Pickup
- Engine Options
- 194 cubic inch 120 horsepower 6 cylinder (base)
- 230 cubic inch 140 horsepower 6 cylinder (optional)
- 283 cubic inch 195 horsepower V8 (base)
- 327 cubic inch 250 horsepower V8 (optional)
- 327 cubic inch 300 horsepower V8 (optional)
1965 El Camino Custom Information
- Body Styles
- 2 Door Pickup
- Engine Options
- 194 cubic inch 120 horsepower 6 cylinder (base)
- 230 cubic inch 140 horsepower 6 cylinder (optional)
- 283 cubic inch 195 horsepower V8 (base)
- 327 cubic inch 250 horsepower V8 (optional)
- 327 cubic inch 300 horsepower V8 (optional)
1965 El Camino Engine Codes & Specs:
Available Engine Specifications
Type | Size | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
L6 | 194 cid (STD) | 120 hp @ 4400 RPM | 177 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM |
L6 | 230 cid (RPO L61) | 140 hp @ 4400 RPM | 220 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM |
V8 | 283 cid (STD) | 195 hp @ 4800 RPM | 285 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM |
V8 | 283 cid (RPO L77) | 220 hp @ 4800 RPM | 295 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM |
V8 | 327 cid (RPO L30) | 250 hp @ 4400 RPM | 350 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM |
V8 | 327 cid (RPO L74) | 300 hp @ 5000 RPM | 360 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM |
V8 | 327 cid (RPO L79) | 350 hp @ 5800 RPM | 360 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM |
V8 | 396 cid (RPO L37) | 375 hp @ 5600 RPM | 420 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM |
1965 El Camino 6-Cylinder Engine Codes
Code | Size / Carburetor | HP / RPO | Transmission | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
194 | ||||
AA | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | 3-Speed Manual | - |
AC | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | 3-Speed Manual | Heavy Duty Clutch |
AG | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | 3-Speed Manual | Air Conditioning |
AH | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | 3-Speed Manual | Heavy Duty Clutch & Air Conditioning |
AK | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | 3-Speed Manual | Taxi Equipment |
AL | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | Powerglide | - |
AN | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | Powerglide | Taxi Equipment |
AR | 194 cid 1x1bbl | 120 hp | Powerglide | Air Conditioning |
230 | ||||
CA | 230 cid 1x1bbl | 140 hp L26 | 3-Speed Manual | Overdrive |
CB | 230 cid 1x1bbl | 140 hp L26 | 3-Speed Manual | Air Conditioning |
CC | 230 cid 1x1bbl | 140 hp L26 | Powerglide | - |
CD | 230 cid 1x1bbl | 140 hp L26 | Powerglide | Air Conditioning |
1965 El Camino 8-Cylinder Engine Codes
Code | Size / Carburetor | HP / RPO | Transmission | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
283 | ||||
DA | 283 cid 1x2bbl | 195 hp | 3-Speed Manual | - |
DB | 283 cid 1x2bbl | 195 hp | 4-Speed Manual | - |
DE | 283 cid 1x2bbl | 195 hp | Powerglide | - |
DG | 283 cid 1x4bbl | 220 hp L77 | 3/4-Speed Manual | - |
DH | 283 cid 1x4bbl | 220 hp L77 | Powerglide | - |
327 | ||||
EA | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 250 hp L30 | 3/4-Speed Manual | - |
EB | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 300 hp L74 | 3/4-Speed Manual | High Performance, AFB Carb |
EC | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 350 hp L79 | HD 3/4-Speed Manual | Special High Performance, Holley Carb |
ED | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 350 hp L79 | HD 3/4-Speed Manual | Transistor Ignition, Holley Carb |
EE | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 250 hp L30 | Powerglide | - |
EF | 327 cid 1x4bbl | 300 hp L74 | Powerglide | High Performance, AFB Carb |
396 | ||||
IX | 396 cid 1x4bbl | 375 hp L37 | 4-Speed Manual | Z16 Option, Special High Performance |
IY | 396 cid 1x4bbl | 375 hp L37 | 4-Speed Manual | COPO, Special High Performance |
There is no breakdown of engine type or size by specific series/model other than 6-cyl. vs. 8-cyl. The 396 8-cyl engine was only available in the 13837/67 Malibu SS.
1965 El Camino Rear Axle Codes
Code | Axle Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|
CA | 3.08:1 | - |
CB | 3.36:1 | - |
CC | 3.73:1 | - |
CD | 3.07:1 | Positraction |
CE | 3.08:1 | Positraction |
CF | 3.31:1 | Positraction |
CG | 3.36:1 | Positraction |
CH | 3.70:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CI | 3.73:1 | Positraction |
CJ | 3.07:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
CK | 3.07:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CL | 3.08:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
CM | 3.08:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CN | 3.31:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
CO | 3.31:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CP | 3.36:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
CQ | 3.36:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CR | 3.70:1 | Positraction |
CS | 3.70:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CT | 3.73:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
CU | 3.73:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
CV | 3.70:1 | Overdrive |
CW | 3.31:1 | 327 |
CX | 3.07:1 | 327 |
GA | 3.31:1 | Heavy Duty |
GB | 2.73:1 | 327 w/ Powerglide |
GC | 2.73:1 | Positraction |
GD | 2.73:1 | w/ Metallic Brakes |
GE | 2.73:1 | Positraction w/ Metallic Brakes |
1965 El Camino Factory Options
Regular Production Option (RPO)
RPO | Description | Quantity | 1965 Price | Est. 2020 Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
A01 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass - All Windows | 53,604 | $31.25 | $266.42 |
A02 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass - Windshield Only | 147,345 | $19.95 | $164.81 |
A31 | Electric Control Power Windows | 2,052 | $102.25 | $844.71 |
A33 | Electric Tailgate Window | 11,587 | $26.90 | $222.23 |
A41 | 4-Way Electric Control Power Seat | 717 | $64.60 | $533.68 |
A46 | Electric Control Drivers Bucket Seat (Available May 1965) | 23 | $64.60 | $533.68 |
A47/A49 | Custom Deluxe Rear Seat Belts (Available March 1965) | 820 | $23.15 | $191.25 |
A49 | Custom Deluxe Seat Belts with Retractors | 107,978 | $7.35 | $60.72 |
A64 | Custom Rear Seat Belts (Available March 1965) | 490 | $12.95 | $106.98 |
A66 | Divided Second Seat | 78 | $37.70 | $311.45 |
B70 | Padded Instrument Panel | 140,610 | $18.30 | $151.18 |
C06 | Power Convertible Top | 8,710 | $53.80 | $444.45 |
C08 | Black Vinyl Roof Cover | 2,442 | $75.35 | $622.48 |
C48 | Heater and Defroster Deletion | 7,751 | $72.00 CR | $594.81 CR |
C50 | Rear Window Defroster | 1,667 | $21.55 | $178.03 |
C51 | Rear Window Deflector | 24 | $19.40 | $160.27 |
C60 | Four Season Air Conditioning | 42,098 | $363.70 | $3,004.61 |
C64 | Air Conditioning Equipment | n/a | n/a | - |
F40 | Special Front Suspension | 26,386 | $4.85 | $40.07 |
F60 | Heavy Front Spring Equipment | n/a | n/a | - |
G66 | Superlift Rear Shock Absorbers | 1,961 | $37.70 | $311.45 |
G67 | Superlift Rear Shock Absorbers with Automatic Level Control | 587 | $86.15 | $711.71 |
G75 | 3.70:1 Rear Axle Ratio | 96 | $2.20 | $18.17 |
G80 | 3.08:1, 3.36:1, and 3.70:1 Rear Axle Ratio w/ Positraction | 23,023 | $37.70 | $311.45 |
H05 | 3.73:1 Rear Axle Ratio | 293 | n/a | n/a |
J50 | Vacuum Power Brakes | 29,236 | $43.05 | $355.65 |
J65 | Metallic Brakes | 1,506 | $37.70 | $311.45 |
K02 | Temperature Controlled Fan | 343 | $16.15 | $133.42 |
K24 | Closed Positive Engine Ventilation | 53,054 | $5.40 | $44.61 |
K66 | Transistorized Ignition | 209 | $73.35 | $605.96 |
K77 | 55 Amp Delcotron Generator | 346 | $21.55 | $178.03 |
K79 | 42 Amp Delcotron Generator | 776 | $10.80 | $89.22 |
K81 | 62 Amp Delcotron Generator | 164 | $64.60-$73.35 | $533.68-$605.96 |
L26 | 140 hp Turbo-Thrift Engine | 68,741 | $26.90 | $222.23 |
L30 | 250 hp Turbo-Fire Engine | 36,261 | $94.70 | $782.34 |
L74 | 300 hp Turbo-Fire Engine | 13,593 | $137.75 | $1,137.99 |
L79 | 350 hp Turbo-Fire Engine | 6,021 | $202.30 | $1,671.25 |
M01 | H.D. Clutch | 662 | $5.40 | $44.61 |
M10 | 3-Speed Overdrive Transmission | 4,076 | $107.60 | $888.91 |
M20 | 4-Speed Transmission | 39,092 | $188.30 | $1,555.59 |
M35 | Powerglide Transmission | 254,750 | $188.30-$199.10 | $1,555.59-$1,644.81 |
M55 | Transmission Oil Cooler (Discontinued December 1964) | 113 | $16.15 | $133.42 |
N10 | Dual Exhaust | 6,881 | $21.55 | $178.03 |
N33 | Comfortilt Steering Wheel | 7,251 | $43.05 | $355.65 |
N34 | Sports-styled Walnut Grain Plastic Steering Wheel | 2,166 | $32.30 | $266.84 |
N40 | Power Steering | 125,808 | $86.10 | $711.29 |
P01 | Wheel Cover | 125,202 | $21.55 | $178.03 |
P02 | Simulated Wire Wheel Cover | 6,544 | $57.05-$73.35 | $471.30-$605.96 |
P19 | Spare Wheel Lock Equipment | 264 | $5.40 | $44.61 |
P58 | 7.35-14-4 Ply Rating Tires, Whitewall | 118,716 | $31.90-$39.70 | $263.53-$327.97 |
P61 | 7.75-14-4 Ply Rating Tires, Nylon Whitewall | 2,391 | $54.10-$73.20 | $446.93-$604.72 |
P62 | 7.75-14-4 Ply Rating Tires, Whitewall | 35,316 | $46.30-$54.10 | $382.50-$446.93 |
P67 | 6.95-14-4 Ply Rating Tires, Whitewall | 93,406 | $28.70 | $237.10 |
T60 | Heavy Duty Battery | 14,252 | $7.55 | $62.37 |
U03 | Low Note Horn | 5,461 | $14.00 | $115.66 |
U16 | Tachometer | 7,724 | $48.45 | $400.26 |
U60 | Radio,, Manual AM | 52,851 | $50.05 | $413.47 |
U63 | Radio, Push Button AM | 187,895 | $58.65 | $484.52 |
U69 | Radio, Push Button AM/FM | 2,794 | $136.70-$150.15 | $1,129.31-$1,240.42 |
U73 | Manual Rear Antenna | 82,788 | n/c | n/c |
U80 | Auxiliary Speaker | 24,658 | - | - |
- | With U69 | - | $150.15 | $1,240.42 |
- | With U63 | - | $72.10 | $595.64 |
V01 | Heavy Duty Radiator | 21,104 | $10.80 | $89.22 |
V31 | Front Bumper Guard | 15,200 | $9.70-$19.95 | $80.13-$164.81 |
V32 | Rear Bumper Guard | 11,037 | $9.70 | $80.13 |
V55 | Luggage Carrier | 7,423 | $43.05 | $355.65 |
Z01 | Comfort & Convenience Equipment, Type A | 209,641 | $30.15-$40.90 | $249.08-$337.88 |
Z04 | Heavy Duty Chassis Equipment | 23 | $19.40 | $160.27 |
Z08 | Body Molding & Trim | 485 | $30.70 | $253.62 |
Z13 | Comfort & Convenience Equipment, Type B | 7,405 | $39.85-$50.60 | $329.21-$418.02 |
Z16 | Special Sport Coupe & Convertible Equipment | 201 | $1,501.05 | $12,400.53 |
724 | Trim - Bucket Seats | 3,234 | n/a | n/a |
759 | Trim - Vinyl Coated | 1,562 | $5.40 | $44.61 |
950 | Color Combination - Two-Tone | 5,100 | $16.15 | $133.42 |
