Vehicle Description
You'd think people might get tired of all these good-looking
Chevelle Malibus on the market, but the fact is, these are flat-out
AWESOME cars that are only getting more and more popular in the
classic car world. That growing popularity means they also sell
very quickly, and beautiful restomods like this dialed-in 1971
Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu 496 featuring a pro-built, big block
pumping 435HP, 4-wheel disc brakes, a high-impact paint job, and
sporty A/C interior lead the pack in the jaw-dropping department.
Take a closer look but do it fast, because gorgeous Chevelles like
this never last long.
The vivid Medium Red Metallic paint pegs the desirability meter
when it comes to Bowtie performance, and this car is certainly
slick, straight, and rock-solid enough to show off with great
pride. The upgraded paint is of a very good driver quality and has
that deep, wet shine that comes from modern two-stage urethane, and
there are no signs that it's been used and abused since this A-body
was built just 6,982 miles ago. Nice bodywork emphasizes the crease
that runs along the body and makes the fenders look especially
aggressive, and we love that the builders showed such great
restraint when it came time to pick a hood, opting to go with a
more conservative original piece that doesn't give away the monster
that lurks underneath. Hard to say if it's a real SS without a
factory buildsheet, but after such a thorough and modern
restoration it doesn't really matter, does it? You're not looking
at this car because it's a concours showpiece. No, you're looking
at it because it looks super-slick and someone's already done all
the hard work for you. There are a few imperfections that can be
seen upon closer examination, but we're talking some fairly minor
stuff, and the finish is very uniform, shiny, and looks like a
top-end piece from just a foot or two away. There's a bright grille
up front with an incorporated SS badge, the turn signal lenses
(split on each side to indicate that this is indeed a 1971) have
clear covers, and shiny chrome bumpers really look great against
the high-impact paint. The black vinyl roof adds a little grown-up
flair to the curb appeal, while the chrome on the handles, mirrors,
wheel arch molding, and rocker panel trim has been all shined
bright.
Modern, high-back black buckets, a full center console, and several
choice options inside make this Chevy an easy sell, too. The black
leather upholstery was all upgraded and shows only minor signs of
use in the higher-traffic areas, and although the seat pattern
isn't 100% factory-authentic (as you'd expect with modern buckets),
it's a perfect complement to the sporty exterior. Reproduction door
panels are Malibu-spec and look great too, as do the plush black
carpets below, and that killer pistol-grip Hurst shifter inside the
center console will always be the coolest way to pick your gears.
The instrument panel is an upgraded carbon-fiber unit that was
filled with sporty Auto-Meter gauges, all neatly arranged and tuned
to keep a close eye on the big block's vitals. A leather-rimmed
billet steering wheel anchors the cockpit atop an aftermarket tilt
column, the original black dash and matching headliner help keep
things looking clean inside, and options include a modern JVC
AM/FM/AUX head unit with upgraded speakers and a Vintage A/C system
that's blowing nice and cold. With this car, you also get a
spacious trunk finished with plush black carpets that match the
cabin.
The big block under the hood of this 'Bu is a Blueprint 496 cubic
inch mill built by Vortec Pro Racing and Machine, and my goodness
is it a monster. With a recent Dyno-rating boasting 435 horsepower
it's got more power than you'll ever need, further augmented with
what feels like a sizeable cam inside, a big Holley 4-barrel
carburetor, a Weiand aluminum intake, an MSD ignition, and
ceramic-coated long-tube headers at the flanks. Chevy Orange paint
on the block looks great, and with those shiny aluminum valve
covers, a chrome Edelbrock air cleaner, and polished accessories,
the engine bay is worthy of being shown off at almost any venue. A
big aluminum radiator with dual electric fans keeps the big block
nice and cool, and all the accessories are tucked-in tight against
the block and run through a serpentine belt system. Long-tube
headers help the big block breathe through a true dual exhaust
system that sounds incredible through throaty Flowmaster mufflers,
and the pans and frame are very solid and presentable thanks to
years of conscientious ownership. A quick-shifting TH400 3-speed
automatic gearbox with a Gear Vendors overdrive system manages the
gears and spins a heavy-duty 12-bolt rear end, while big sway bars
fore and aft along with Eibach suspension parts help this A-body
handle like a dream. An upgraded power steering system manages the
big coupe effortlessly, while a set of Baer power 4-wheel disc
brakes help the car stop on a dime. Staggered American Racing
Torque Thrust wheels finish off the look perfectly, wrapped in
225/45/17 front and 295/40/18 rear Falken performance radials with
plenty of grip.
This Chevelle Malibu has got the 'look' and the hardware to back it
up. It's easy to see why they sell so quickly, so if you like this
one, don't hesitate, call today!
