1914, A New Chevrolet is a Hit
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Chevrolet’s second car, called the "490," offered more power and features than the industry-leading Ford Model T, at almost the same price. The "490" was an immediate success, and Chevrolet was soon so profitable that Billy Durant began buying shares of GM stock with his Chevrolet stock.
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Chevrolet is my favorite brand.
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