Chevy Chevette: They Sure Don't Build Cars Like They Used To

In some ways, the Chevy Chevette had a lot in common with a new Mercedes — or similar high-end luxury car. It wasn't, for openers, front-wheel-drive. Like the Benz, the 'Vette was rear-wheel-drive. Theoretically, it could do a burnout. And if the road was wet, you could! Or, if you put somethi…