Vehicle Description
1971 Chevrolet Malibu Chevelle
In lieu of the fact of being in production for just 13 years - less
time than the Cadillac CTS nameplate - the Chevrolet Chevelle has
been heralded as one of the best, most accomplished vehicles ever
to don the bowtie. It shared a platform with the El Camino and
Monte Carlo: though it was available in convertible, two-door,
four-door, and station wagon-wagon body styles, the multivariate
Chevelle also share it's A-body platform with the El Camino, and
the 1970-'72 Monte Carlo (though it was coded as a G-body in the
latter). Despite wearing one of the most famous nameplates of all
time, Chevrolet has yet to revive the name. Though we've heard
rumblings and rumors over the years, Chevrolet has vehemently
denied claims that a new Chevelle is in the works.
For consignment, the year to have the Chevelle was 1971. From its
sporty grille to the rear bumper with the round tail lights
inserted within and miles of orange metallic paint with silver wide
racing stripes, you can turn heads and the tires with this
supercharged ass kicker.
Exterior
Steeped in Orange metallic which is now covering virtually all the
steel parts there is no rust in sight thanks to the skilful hands
of R&R Auto Body. Near perfectly applied silver stripes race
over the reverse scooped hood with its cut out for the air cleaner,
pause at the roof and pick up again on the gently sloping trunk.
The finish is pristine, and all chromed trimmings are excellent.
Badging is correct, and from top, (which is highlighted by lighted
smoked glass), to bottom, (which is a stainless rocker), front
(which is the original bowtie egg crate grille) to back (housing
the taillights in the bumper) this car is definitely tightly
buttoned up. Put a set of 15-inch Centerline wheels on all 4
corners thrown on for extra style and bling... It's show time!
Interior
A typical but really nice SS door panel with some vertical tuck and
roll greets us as we slip into the nicely preserved buckets in
front. These cozy up to the center hump with a B&M shifter and
small fire extinguisher and in the back is a matching black vinyl
bench seat with a pair of speakers sitting on the outboard sides.
Up front, below the padded dash top, is a simple black textured
dash with several add ons which include a trio of chrome plated
toggles, the full gamut of AutoMeter gauges, and a shift light
strapped to the column. The original SS badged steering wheel
fronts this dash. This car's factory heater slides are still
present and the components are still present. Black carpeting
covers the floors, and above is a slightly sagging black vinyl
headliner.
Drivetrain
A stunner if you will upon opening the hood, it is showroom shiny,
and sports a 355ci Chevrolet V8 hiding under all that polished
aluminum. Topping this mill off is a pair of Holley 750cfm carbs
residing on top of a BDS 6-71 supercharger. In back is a TH350
transmission and putting that power to the pavement is a 10 bolt
rear axle.
Undercarriage
Much like the topside, very nicely done with no rust and
structurally solid as a rock. Seen are front power disc brakes and
rear power drums, independent coil springs for the front and a 4
link with coil springs for the rear. A nice clean exhaust system
with headers and Flowmaster mufflers runs rearward to chrome
exhaust tips.
Drive-Ability
This car lit right up, and ran beautifully on the test track.
Plenty of acceleration from the 355 cubes, and good handling.
Braking was solid and all other functions were working!
A great presentation, fine runner and all very nicely finished off,
particularly in the engine bay, but really all over. Great color
combo, nice powerful mill, and all good on the SS Malibu trim
Chevelle front.
136371B199262
1-Chevrolet
36-Malibu V8
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
1-1971
B-Baltimore, MD Assy Plant
199262-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 71 13637-1971 Malibu 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY B781673-Baltimore Body #
TR 714-Antique Light Sandalwood Coated Fabric Bench
PNT 42-Cottonwood Green
06A-1st Week June Build
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.