Vehicle Description
This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Restomod has a very cool kind
of dilemma. It has the slick paint and custom style that can win
you awards at the shows. But since it has a fuel-injected LS3
motor, overdrive transmission, and a comfy A/C interior, it might
be hard to get you off the road long enough to show this one
off.
This hardtop is the right mix of classic and well-placed upgrades.
It starts with the paint. The color holds close to the 1969-correct
Cortez Silver, but there's a modern metallic element to really let
it pop in the sunshine. The paint is a quality application from
only a few years ago, and with only about 1,300 miles on the coupe
since completed, it delivers the kind of smooth shine that will
have you looking for car shows. The panels are exceptional, and so
you get a crisp look on one of the most iconic Chevys of all time.
Bright bumpers, fresh weather-stripping, and newer glass give this
an overall look of quality. It loves having a smooth style, and so
this one forgoes a full Super Sport look to give this a sleeker
style with less badging and a sleeker/cleaner hood. But it does
utilize the right iconic SS elements to add style and intimidation.
The blackout grille and full-length sport stripe look excellent
against the sliver while adding some intimidation. And the black
18-inch American Racing alloys are a thoughtful way to coordinate
while also having the look and stance that make sure people know
you have a powerful restomod.
Just like the exterior, the interior focuses on delivering plenty
of vintage style while also upgrading your driving experience. The
door panels, upholstery, dash pad, headliner, and carpeting all
have a dark style that looks good against the exterior. Bucket
seats, a center console, and a factory SS steering wheel give you a
proper driver's environment. The horseshoe shifter looks stock, but
keen eyes will notice the extra gear. And the dash now features
Dakota Digital instruments nicely integrated into the factory
housings. You'll love rolling down all the windows on this
pillarless hardtop to hear the sounds of the motor. And you can
easily enjoy this feeling even throughout the summer thanks to a
fresh investment in cold-blowing R134a air conditioning installed
in 2022.
Under the hood is a GM Performance 6.2-liter LS3 V8. The crate
motor was a fresh addition in 2020, and the odometer represents how
far this has gone since installed. While this obviously wasn't
factory-issued, the way this motor fits in this professional
upgrade looks like it could have been here from day one. This
fuel-injected powerhouse packs 495 horsepower right out of the box.
Plus, Hooker long tube headers are feeding an H-pipe dual exhaust
to properly announce this power upgrade. The entire setup was
professionally done, and it includes serpentine belts, an Optima
red top battery, and an aluminum radiator with twin electric fans
to help keep the full package running cool. The motor is mated to a
4L70E four-speed automatic that was made to handle big power
machines like this, and it feeds the Moser 3.73 Positraction rear
end. The receipt shows this motor and trans upgrade was a $34k
investment all on its own! And you haven't even checked out the
investments underneath yet. You have an upgraded Ridetech
suspension that includes strong upgraded front control arms and a
reinforced four-link rear. There are also adjustable coilovers
behind each wheel and thick sway bars. Plus, power steering, power
brakes, Wilwood four-wheel discs, and Michelin Pilot Sport tires
make for both confident and easy driving.
Complete with build receipts and service manuals, this is the ideal
mix of show and go. So don't miss this very custom Chevelle Malibu
hardtop. Call today!!!
