Vehicle Description
This attention-grabbing, absolutely dialed-in 1968 Chevrolet
Chevelle Malibu SS Tribute is bound to attract a lot of potential
suitors thanks to its awesome combination of custom paint,
thundering 454 big block V8 power under the hood, and a host of
choice options that all work together to make it a blast out on the
open road. Sinister and clean, this vintage street brawler is sure
to turn heads everywhere it goes.
Finished in high-impact Inferno Orange Metallic and black
LeMans-style SS stripes, this '68 certainly looks the part as of
one of the era's most potent street cars. The body and paint were
restored to a high, top driver-quality level recently, and it's
clear that someone has taken exceptional care of the car ever
since. Sure, it's been driven, because no man can resist the siren
song of a big block and red-hot paint job begging to be shown off,
but it has also been carefully washed and waxed, leaving a
beautiful, smooth finish. Any imperfections that might be found
upon closer examination are very minor, and in fact, a professional
clay bar, buff-and-wax job would easily step this A-Body up into
'show-ready' territory. The custom paint is simply gorgeous in
person, deep and rich, and the way it reflects and dances under our
lights give it an amazing, one-of-a-kind bespoke curb appeal that
make this one of the most exciting Chevelles currently in our
inventory. Those black stripes were painted on and then buried
under the clearcoat, and along with the addition of the dual-cowl
hood, the car looks equal parts aggressive and flashy. There's a
black-out SS grille up front, outlined in bright chrome trim that
matches the headlight surrounds and shiny front bumper, while out
back the tailpanel was treated to the same treatment, with a
blacked-out SS-panel punctuated with a bunch of clean chrome and a
matching big bumper underneath. All that bright stuff really
glitters up against the already flashy paint, and with 'SS' and
'396' badges (even though there's now an even larger 454
underneath) found throughout, this Chevelle isn't exactly sneaking
up anyone.
The interior has a stock look at first glance, although you'll
quickly see that it has upgrades where it matters and matches the
custom look of the exterior perfectly. The black bucket seats and
rear bench aren't factory-issue but have a cool-and-correct vintage
vibe and wear GM-style vinyl upholstery that looks barely touched.
New door panels, a fresh set of black carpets, and a center console
all dress things up, and the wood-rimmed, 3-spoke steering wheel at
the helm really sets the tone for the driver. The factory gauges
just beyond that wheel are very clean and legible, augmented by a
trio of auxiliary units mounted under the dash that help keep a
closer eye on the big block under the hood. And speaking of the
dash, you'll quickly note that it's been upgraded to a more modern
look overall with freshened/restored bezels, trim, and a plush pad
up top, a mild custom look that flows straight into the under-dash
A/C unit that's blowing nice and cold. A horseshoe 'staple' shifter
inside the center console manages the transmission and looks very
sporty inside, and we've always loved the way that it's perfectly
nestled into the middle console of a bucket-seat interior. The
trunk was finished with spatter paint and shows off the super-clean
and super-solid pans, and there's enough room back there to account
for just about any travel plans.
The engine is a thumping 454 cubic inch big block that has been
nicely dressed in a proper coat of Chevy Orange and lots of
blacked-out flash. Black Chevrolet valve covers and a matching
open-element air cleaner give it a burly look, and the performance
aluminum intake and FiTech fuel-injection system atop the block
ensure that it runs even better than it looks. Clearly lots of
money and time was spent under the hood, the big aluminum radiator
keeps everything cool, and the modern alternator and HEI ignition
system ensures reliability. Long-tube headers feed a throaty dual
exhaust system with shorty mufflers with turn-downs that exit just
underneath the rear bumper. With seemingly endless reserves of big
block torque, this Chevelle is a blast to drive, and there's
something special about running your vintage muscle car through the
gears of a capable TH350 3-speed automatic transmission that makes
it so special. The 10-bolt posi-traction rear end is filled with
3.73 gears and doesn't mind the big levels of horsepower churned
out by the big block, and you'll be pleased with just how clean it
is underneath, with new components found everywhere you look - from
fresh bushings, a big front sway bar, new shocks, springs, and
coils all around, and fresh CPP trailing arms that were set-up out
back. Power front disc brakes bring this bruiser to an abrupt stop,
and a highly appreciated power steering system makes driving this
Chevelle an absolute pleasure. Beautiful US Mag wheels wear
staggered 225/45/17 front and 275/40/17 rear performance radials
that stuff the wheel wells perfectly and finish the sinister
look.
This '68 Chevelle Malibu represents the rare opportunity to own a
vintage muscle car you can drive without worries. Fast and fun,
it's ready to rock today!
