A-Body GM Cars

Overview

The GM A-body is a General Motors automobile platform that was produced from 1928 to 1996. It was used for a wide range of vehicles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

The A-body was introduced in 1928 as the platform for the Chevrolet Series AA. It was also used for the Pontiac Series 400, the Oldsmobile Series F, and the Buick Series 120.

First Generation

The first generation of the A-body was produced from 1928 to 1935. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with a solid front axle and a leaf spring rear suspension.

The first-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Second Generation

The second generation of the A-body was produced from 1936 to 1948. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The second-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Third Generation

The third generation of the A-body was produced from 1949 to 1957. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The third-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Fourth Generation

The fourth generation of the A-body was produced from 1958 to 1964. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The fourth-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Fifth Generation

The fifth generation of the A-body was produced from 1965 to 1972. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The fifth-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Sixth Generation

The sixth generation of the A-body was produced from 1973 to 1977. It was a rear-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The sixth-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.

Seventh Generation

The seventh generation of the A-body was produced from 1978 to 1988. It was a front-wheel-drive platform with an independent front suspension and a solid rear axle.

The seventh-generation A-body was available in a variety of body styles, including coupes, sedans, convertibles, and station wagons.