 :  the general motors l platform (commonly called the l-body or l car) was a front-wheel drive compact car automotive platform that was produced from 1987 through 1996. the l platform was very similar to the gm n platform however the 1st generation n cars were engineered by oldsmobile while the l cars were engineered by chevrolet. the l platform used a twist-beam rear suspension and macpherson struts in front and featured a  wheelbase. both platforms were used to replace the gm x platform platform on which the citation, among others, were built. the l car lasted just one generation, with the nameplates being retired and replaced by the gm n platform chevrolet malibu. this platform was the basis for the following vehicles: * 1987â1996 chevrolet beretta * 1987â1996 chevrolet corsica * 1987â1991 pontiac tempest (canada) 
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