Vehicle Description
This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu has a terrific vintage style
with just the right amount of subtle upgrades mixed - including
cold-blowing A/C - in to make it a better V8 cruiser. And the
documentation on this one is some of the best you're ever going to
find. So it's a quite vintage package that also has some unique
touches you'll love.
The factory-correct Mist Blue is a great color for a premium 1960s
machine. It was resprayed about eight years ago, but it has the
luster of an even younger application. That's because this is a
coupe that has been treated with respect. It's believed to be a
life-long southern car with only three owners in the last 55+
years. And we can understand why a car like this would be treated
as something special. The Malibu had terrific lines for '66 with a
well-creased front end that curved around to continue down the full
length of the car. And the flying buttress coming off the
pillarless hardtop seemed almost European-inspired. So when a
design is this special, it's great to have a body that's so
straight. In fact, we do believe this car has the original fenders,
quarters and exterior brightwork preserved in time. This coupe is
proudly a premium Malibu, but there are also some sporty touches
added into the mix. It has an old-school cruiser kind of style with
the half-chrome headlights, a lifted stance, and American Racing
Torq Thrust D wheels. So it has the look of a unique classic, and
it even has the right paperwork to keep it distinct.
The interior looks terrific and really keeps the vintage feeling
going. Plush carpeting, intricate door panels, a taut headliner, a
smooth dash, and good upholstery on the wide bench seats make for
an inviting classic cruiser. There are nice vintage details, like
the trim in the seatbacks, working dome light, correct trunk mat,
and the AM radio there for a display. And there's a terrific
classic sensation when you grip the thin factory steering wheel. So
you'll want to roll down all the windows and go for a drive to get
the breeze flowing through this pillarless hardtop. And the upgrade
to cold-blowing air conditioning means you can get those breezes to
be as cool as you want.
Under the hood is a period-correct 283 cubic-inch V8. In fact, were
told this was a GM factory replacement motor. And while that can't
be confirmed, we bet you're just paying more attention to the tidy
style. The bright orange black, ribbed valve covers, and fresher
components are all about the right care and investments. The small
block even has added pep thanks to a Summit four-barrel carburetor
and a Holley intake. You'll also sport good supporting components
everywhere from the Optima red top battery to the newer bushings on
the sway bar. It makes for a strong driver that fires up readily
and runs smoothly. So it's a good companion for the road. And the
column-shifted three-speed manual transmission gives you good
control with a great old-school feel. Plus, there are good
all-around driver features like power brakes, front discs, and wide
BF Goodrich T/A tires.
The sale comes complete with an awesome paperwork package that
includes the dealer invoice, window sticker, protect-o-plate
warranty card, owner's manual, bill of lading, restoration photos,
and more. This is the crisp-looking icon that's ready to hit the
road today. So don't miss this deal. Call today!!!
