Vehicle Description
A lot of guys like to keep a low profile, so if you like high
performance without the flash, perhaps this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
Malibu is the smart choice. Finished in dark purple with black SS
stripes and a vinyl roof, it makes a compelling case for speaking
softly and carrying a big stick.
The fender tag says it was originally code 71 LeMans Blue, but
what's on the car today is a bit more unique and eye catching now.
Dark SS stripes give the car a tougher look, as does the
blacked-out front grille, and the not-too-loud paint job that lets
the shape of this 'Bu do the talking. It's an older paint job but
it still shows well and is presentable because it was correctly
applied by experts when it was fresh. The sheetmetal is straight,
the gaps are good, and there's no bad news waiting for you
underneath that very nice vinyl roof. The purple color actually
looks great outside, and if you look at it in the right light, it
really highlights the A-body's awesome shape; just check out the
way the finish glows in the side profile shots. It's still wearing
all its correct badges and trim, which are in decent condition, and
it's always refreshing to see one still looking the way the factory
built it, right down to the MALIBU block letter on the quarter
panels.
Checking the cowl tag, you can see the original interior is code
765, Metallic Dark Blue Coated Fabric. It's obviously been restored
and changed to a much more desirable black interior, and with
bucket seats and a console, it's dressed rather well. The seat
covers, door panels, headliner, and carpets are all reproductions,
and although they are no longer brand new, they're still very
presentable and all the soft parts the body touches are absolutely
comfortable. The original gauges are in good shape and cover the
basics, and are augmented by a set of black-face Auto Meter gauges
below the dash and a column-mounted matching tachometer to expand
the information provided of the engine's vitals. The steering wheel
is a 4-spoke rubberized/vinyl piece that works well in the vintage
Chevelle, and even the original factory radio slot has been
preserved, but now houses a Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo that didn't
require a hack-job for its installation. It only has heat and
defrost, no A/C, but that's certainly one place someone could add a
lot of value without a huge investment. Out back the trunk is
detailed with spatter-finish paint and is spacious enough to
accommodate almost all travel plans.
The 396 V8 big block under the hood has received a few extras to
deliver a fairly serious punch when you nail the throttle. When it
was built, they obviously dressed it up to show-off with a Chevy
orange engine block, finned M/T valve covers, chrome air cleaner
with correct 396 decals, and even a chrome radiator shroud cover
for a little pop. There's quite a bit of newer hardware, including
a Holley 4-barrel carburetor and Edelbrock intake manifold, an MSD
ignition system, and bright red plug wires add a dash of contrast.
Underneath, it's very solid, with a slick-shifting TH400 driving a
10-bolt rear, which are both strong enough to handle all the
horsepower from the 396. The exhaust system features long-tube
headers and a rumbling Flowmaster dual exhaust system with
turndowns just before the rear bumper for a great sound. Chrome
Rallys are the right choice and carry 215/70/15 front and 275/60/15
rear performance radials that fill the fenders perfectly.
Great Malibus don't have to be expensive, with a little time and
effort, this cool big block hardtop could be something truly
amazing. Call today!