Vehicle Description
This 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS is both interesting and
awesome. There's a terrific story with the distinct paint, and it
also has an A/C interior, four-on-the-floor, and a 400hp small
block that's all ready to enjoy right now.
The color that's grabbing your attention is called Evening Orchid.
The modern clearcoat application was done with quality during the
car's restoration, and so it gives this coupe the look of a modern
vibrant custom paintjob. But this one is actually showcasing a very
interesting hue that GM offered only in 1965. Also, according to
the trim tag, Glacier Gray was this car's factory color. This was
only offered on a real-deal Super Sport like this one, and in fact,
Evening Orchid was also only one of the few colors exclusive to the
Malibu SS. So not only does this one love to radiate in the
sunshine, but also you have a very cool story to tell when showing
it off. And you know you're going to be taking this one to the car
shows, because the mirror-like bumpers, bright trim, and black
vinyl roof give this classic a very premium look. And those classic
torque thrust competition-style wheels hint at the power within
this looker.
The black roof is a nice preview of the all black interior. There
was a solid investment here during the restoration so that the door
panels, dash, headliner, and brightwork trim all look terrific. A
real-deal SS means bucket seats and a center console. This one is
so vintage on the inside that even the AM radio is still working.
But there are a few well-done upgrades. For example, there is a CD
changer to upgrade your driving tunes. And the air conditioning is
blowing nice and cold with R134a. It means you can roll down all
the windows and enjoy the pillarless hardtop profile even in the
summertime.
Chevy's 327 cubic-inch V8 was the speedy small block in '65, and so
we're glad to see they retained that displacement while giving this
one serious upgrades in power. It's a fully-built motor reportedly
done to the Chevelle Iron Butterfly standard that was featured in
Super Chevy magazine. It includes aluminum heads, an Edelbrock
Performer intake, cast valve covers, a four-barrel carburetor, and
long tube headers feeding a rumbling dual exhaust. Plus, you have
the right supporting components like an MSD ignition, serpentine
belt system, and a large aluminum radiator w/electric fan. The full
package is estimated at a street-eating 400 horsepower, and you
have full control over this monster motor thanks to the four-speed
manual transmission. Power steering, power brakes w/discs up front,
and Cooper Cobra GT tires make sure that this powerful classic is
also easy to enjoy.
Complete with owner's manual, this is a terrific-looing and
strong-running restored hardtop that has true distinction from the
moment it comes into view. Don't let this Chevelle end up in
someone else's garage, call today!