I had a '76 Chevette in the early 80s. I used to drive a lot between Maryland and New England in those days, when I was an undergrad. It had a 4-speed as I recall.
I had to mount a speaker on the dash because at speeds in excess of 60, it was tough to hear the radio. I bought it used with 49,000 miles for $1100 and sold it 2 years later with 99,000 for $1000. I had to replace the timing belt during that time, but for return on $ and mileage it is one of the best cars I've ever owned.
I do remember, however, that when consumer reports rated the slowest cars on the market, the only thing that was slower than a Chevette was a VW Bus!
