Vehicle Description
New to our showroom at Cruisin Classics is a stunning 1965
Chevrolet Malibu Super Sport. The second and third numbers of the
VIN, being "38," confirm this beautiful ride to be an actual SS
Malibu. The complete VIN decoding goes as follows
1 - Chevrolet
38 - Malibu SS 8-cylinder
37 - 2 DR Sport Coupe
5 - 1965
Z - Fremont California Plant
134608 - Sequential Production Number
This rust-free and unbelievably clean Malibu SS was built in
California and spent most of its life out west. This explains the
remarkable condition it is in today-equipped initially with a 283ci
engine with a 2-speed Powerglide transmission. The last owner
decided that because of how clean the body and frame are, this
would make the perfect donor car to create a 1965 Malibu SS Z16
tribute. The 1965 Z16 was the first big block Chevelle ever built
and powered by a 396ci engine. Chevrolet built only 201 of these
now-famous muscle cars. Before getting into the build details, we
must tell you that this is a car you need to see in person to
appreciate how detailed this car is. The car now gets its power
from a new 454 big block .30 over, a new set of aluminum heads with
2.19/1.88 valves from Skip White Performance out of Kingsport,
Tennessee, and a new Comp Cams hydraulic .550 lift roller cam. New
10.5 to 1 Forged pistons. New Edelbrock performer intake with a 750
cfm Edelbrock carb with electric choke. A new distributor, Sewart
water pump, a new aluminum radiator with dual electric fans on a
thermostat that automatically kicks on at 185 degrees, engine runs
very well with no overheating issues at all. To add a very cool
factor a new reproduction Z16 air cleaner and matching chrome valve
covers were added.
The engine bay itself is very highly detailed and shows very well.
It's also equipped with a correct 1965 big block power steering
pump with a remote reservoir. This big block beast is mated to a
completely rebuilt and thoroughly detailed Turbo 400 with a
2200-stall converter. The rear end is a 10-bolt non-posi with a 331
gear. The car has been professionally repainted in the correct
Ermine White (Paint code "CC") and is an exceptionally well-done,
high-quality repaint. The trim pieces and bright work on the car
are in excellent condition. Both the front and rear bumpers are
new. The vehicle can be seen in an episode of "Bitchin Rides" at
the upholstery shop that worked on the trim tag correct, new medium
blue ( Interior code 741) bucket seat interior. According to the
previous owner, the new interior was hand-stitched for $10,000. It
is one of the most beautiful interiors, absolutely stunning when
combined with the Ermine white exterior. Also included in the car's
interior is a period correct Sun tach and a new reproduction "SS"
wood steering wheel. The Bluetooth radio looks authentic, with
speakers under the front seats. To improve the ride and handling,
it is equipped with front upper and lower tubular control arms with
coil-over shocks, new front disc brakes, brake lines, and a new
cad-plated brake booster.
Exterior
Correct Ermine white repaint, very high quality (code "CC")
Beautiful trim and bright work new front and rear bumpers
Clear glass all around
Correct SS badging
Correct Z16 "396 / turbojet" emblems
Interior
Beautiful, hand-stitched correct Medium Blue (code 741) bucket seat
and center console.
Period correct original sun tach
New correct wood "SS" steering wheel
Bluetooth retro stereo
Front retractable seat belts
Rear seat belts
New door seal plates
Engine
New Chevrolet 454ci .30over big block
Skip White aluminum heads
New Comp Cams hydraulic roller cam
New Edelbrock performer intake
New Edelbrock 750 cfm carburetor
New distributor
New aluminum radiator with dual electric fans
Z16 dual snorkel air breather with matching chrome valve covers
Correct big block power steering pump with remote reservoir
Transmission
Freshly rebuilt Turbo 400
2200 stall converter
Rear axle
10 bolt open rear end
3.31 rear gear
Rims and tires
Front - 215-50-ZR17 Hercules Raptis tire on new US Mag rim
Rear - 245-45-ZR18 Hercules Raptis tire on new US Mag rim
If you have any additional questions, please call one of our
friendly sales staff. We will be glad to help in any way with
questions on financing, shipping the vehicle, or perhaps an
interest in our sell your car brokerage program. We've been in
business since 1996 and have sold cars all over the world and we
insist on giving the best personal service in the industry.
The sale is subject to the following conditions and
representations. This vehicle is being sold as-is, where-is with no
warranty in connection therewith. The seller shall not be
responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness,
or defects herein, and make no warranty in connection therewith. No
allowances or set aside will be made on account of any
incorrectness, imperfection, defect, or damage. Any descriptions or
representations are for identification purposes only and are not to
be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have
satisfied oneself as to the condition and value based upon that
judgment solely. The seller assumes no responsibility for any
repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
Thank you from all of us at Cruisin Classics.
