General Motors Chevrolet 490

convertible ·

The Chevrolet Series 490 (or Four-Ninety) is an early American automobile, made from 1915 to 1922 by Chevrolet. Introduced in June 1915, the Chevrolet 490 was sold for $490 ($ in dollars ). It was an immediate success and established the brand as a big player. The name would not denote the price for long (in 1921, the average price was $820), but it would stay low enough to take a chunk out of the Model T market. The Model T started at $495 at the time. Chevrolet was soon so profitable that Chevrolet owner Billy Durant began buying shares of GM stock with his Chevrolet stock, enough that he wa…

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About the General Motors Chevrolet 490

Body type: convertible · segment CABRIO
Transmission: Selective-sliding 3-speed cone clutch

Overview

The General Motors Chevrolet 490 is a convertible.

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of car is the General Motors Chevrolet 490?

The General Motors Chevrolet 490 is a convertible, classified in segment CABRIO.

Does the General Motors Chevrolet 490 have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the General Motors Chevrolet 490, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.