Vehicle Description
1969 Chevrolet Malibu Chevelle
The storied Chevelle is one of those timeless designs that looks
good no matter how it's built. Stock, modified, race, pro-touring,
whatever; the clean lines and balanced stance on these tough
classics create a confident swagger that's universally admired.
That means, if you're looking to ride in style, you really can't go
wrong with a Chevrolet A-Body. And when you factor in this ride's
big block drivetrain, tastefully restored interior and first rate,
all-American sheet metal, you get the picturesque profile of an
incredible muscle car!
For consignment a Chevrolet Malibu from 1969. This full on custom
Pro-Street car was built over a period of 5 years by the prior
owner and then featured in the May 1999 issue of GM High-Tech
Performance, finally purchased by our consignor 2 years after the
build was finished and kept on private display until recently.
While the overall original appearance has been retained, but now
sporting more of a drag car look in Pro-Street form along with huge
rear tires, a monster big block mill with a list of parts that
reads like the who's who of speed components and a mid 9 second
quarter mile capability even with the factory's less than ideal
aerodynamics, this Chevy is one to kick ass and take names.
Exterior
A side view has this car setup for a permanent lunging forward look
thanks to the perfectly neutral stance of the suspension. To add to
the effect, it is bathed in a pearl white paint. Most of the side
trimmings have been left off, and the only chrome still seen is the
door handles, rear view mirror, and brightwork around the
passenger's compartment glass. Up front, dual headlights frame a
black egg crate grille with integral trim spear and lead back to a
pair of fiberglass fenders and a fiberglass cowl induction hood
with a scoop added atop. These fenders are held to the body with
Dzus pins and extra traditional hood pins for the rear of the hood.
A nicely curving rear glass melts seamlessly into the fiberglass
trunk lid and moves to the back of the car where angled inward tail
lighting is seen on each corner. If the taillights seem a bit out
of place to you, it's not your eyes playing tricks, they're from a
Pontiac Beaumont, the cousin to the Malibu from the Great White
North. Pearl white fiberglass bumpers are on both ends of the car
and in the back, we see a fabricated aluminum wing along with
wheelie bars to keep things from going too far skyward and a
parachute to help things come to a stop on the big end. 15 inch
Centerline wheels are wrapped in 26x7.50-15's in front, and
steamroller-esque 33x18.50-15s on back for handling all that
horsepower.
Interior
Nicely straight black vinyl covered door panels are on the inside
of the 2 doors, along with some billet style cranks and door
actuators. Moving inside, very little is left of the original
interior, the rear seat has been removed to accommodate the
aluminum wheel tubs. This brushed and bead rolled aluminum pattern
continues on the rear inner side panels. An orange padded menagerie
of roll cage tube encompasses the interior keeping both the driver
and front seat passenger safe. Dual racing bucket seats with black
vinyl covering flank the fabricated aluminum transmission tunnel
with the B&M shifter, fire extinguisher and small fan to keep
the driver cool while sitting in the staging lanes. The original
dash has been removed in favor of more fabricated sheet aluminum.
Within this custom dash is a full on display of AutoMeter gauges
along with a Line Master delay box and a MSD 7AL-2 Plus ignition
controller. A snazzy Grant GT rally style steering wheel is
fronting this updated dash. On top of the dash are more warning
lights for shifting and other engine functions. Black carpet, in
very nice condition, provides the backdrop for this full on custom
interior.
Drivetrain
As we lift off the hood we can unequivocally say "Toto we are not
in Kansas Anymore!". Here we see a large consigner stated 468 ci V8
stuffed into the engine bay. Our consignor states this engine is
based off of a 1989 LS6 engine but no paperwork is included to
substantiate this claim. A consignor stated Stahl camshaft with
.7395" of lift actuates the large Manley 2.25 intake & 1.88 exhaust
valves that are fitted into the ported and flow tested Dart 320
cylinder heads. Feeding the copious amounts of fuel and air are 8
individual Kinsler stacks with 2.89" throttle plates and 83lb/hr
fuel injectors. Dual SX fuel pumps rated at 1000hp feed this
Kinsler DFI set up. Bolted to the back is an ATI TH400 3-speed
automatic transmission with a 4,200rpm stall converter which sends
power rearward to a Ford 9" axle with a spool and 3.89 Precision
Ring & Pinion gears, 35 spline Summers Brother axle and spool. The
engine is a very nice presentation with a concerto of cast
aluminum, polished aluminum valve coverings, and it's making use of
all braided stainless-steel hoses, and high output wiring. Lookin'
good under this hood.
Undercarriage
A fine coating of surface rust covers the undercarriage. Floor
pans, rockers, and suspension parts are involved, but no structural
integrity has been compromised. Disc brakes are up front as well as
the factory Malibu independent coil spring suspension now with Koni
racing shocks and front disc brakes. In the back, a S&W Race
Cars provides the back half kit to accommodate the large rear tires
and a ladder bar with adjustable coil overs are seen for the
suspension as well as drum brakes. Hooker Super Comp headers snake
their way down to meet up with mammoth sized 4" exhaust and
Flowmaster mufflers.
Drive-Ability
While I wanted to wheel this skate, the tight confines with the
roll cage and my ample frame made it nearly impossible for me to
enter and there was a good chance that Crisco and the local fire
department would have to be involved with my exit, so I let my
muscle car aficionado and partner in crime take the wheel. A quick
fire up, and on the test track is performed just swimmingly. Huge
horsepower, lightning fast acceleration and adequate stopping let
you know that this car, while street legal, is definitely more at
home on the 1/4 mile.
A nice example of the Chevrolet Malibu Chevelle. Built to be a
serious 1/4 mile contender but retain some of the street legal
manners. Is it crude, yes...is it loud, hell yes...is it fast, fast
enough to change the color of your skivvies if you aren't prepared,
but it will bring a smile to your face and put fear in the heart of
any competitor who may dare to challenge you. Check out our West
Mallway and be ready to feel the true Heartbeat of Today's
Chevrolet!
VIN DECODE
136379G326791
1-Chevrolet
36-Malibu V8
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
9-1969
G-Framingham, MA Assy Plant
326791-Sequential Unit Number
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interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
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