Vehicle Description
1969 Chevrolet Malibu Chevelle SS396
"The second generation Chevrolet Chevelle was introduced for the
1968 model year. This updated generation of Chevelle saw updated
styling, as well as improved mechanicals. Ten engine options were
available, with two inline six units and eight V8 units with the
7.4L unit having the largest displacement. Production of the second
generation lasted until 1972, when it was replaced by the Third
Generation Chevrolet Chevelle." Thx Classic.com
For consignment, a 1969 Chevrolet Malibu Chevelle SS396 showing
51,035 miles, but the true miles are unknown. Every car at Classic
Auto Mall has a story and this one is particularly poignant as it
was purchased by a loving wife who surprised her husband on his
50th birthday with the year, make, and model he previously owned.
The car has been cherished and garage kept since 1997 and retains
its numbers matching transmission.
Exterior
Two stage Tuxedo Black dresses this car and is adorned with a red
spear down each side which in turn, is complemented by the redline
tires on 14-inch Magnum 500 wheels. The normal band of black trim
that connects the distinct tail lights and the coveted SS badge now
blends almost seamlessly with the car while oval exhaust tips hint
that this is not your grandmother's Chevelle. Up front, square
bezels with black inset surfaces envelop each of the four
headlights flanking a heavily segmented grille over a beautiful
chrome bumper that takes in the marker lights in the lower intake.
That fine chrome is in line with the quality of all the metal trim
on the car, in great shape. Only two imperfections to speak of
including a raised area of paint on the driver's door and a touched
up triple scratch.
Interior
Clean black vinyl door panels have multiple width ribbed sections
and of course, a small SS badge leading to clean bucket seats with
headrests and decorative buttons on the back, a style that
continues on the back bench where belts are provided for three
occupants. The black steering wheelleads to a fairly typical
instrument cluster for the era with a large speedometer to 120mph,
and most other functions, indicated by lights in the second dial.
Simple, basic and clean is how we find the center stack with just
an AM/FM radio and vent panel but your eyes will be drawn to the
shifter in the center console, based in a sliding plate and
metallic console, all over very nice black carpet under a black
stitched headliner with shoulder belts, all in great shape. A spare
tire and period mat occupy the spotless trunk.
Drivetrain
A bright orange block is the basis for the 402ci V8, mated to the
numbers matching Muncie M20 4-speed manual that routes power to the
12 bolt rear with 3.73 gears and Positraction. The bay is very
clean, chrome valve covers pop against the orange iron and
everything else looks factory fresh. The distinctive gold power
booster is in there too, backing up the front disc and rear drum
brakes.
Undercarriage
Clean underneath with some typical surface rust consistent with
driver quality and dry condition except for some sling at the
u-joint. Dual exhaust flows through its pipes, then stock style
mufflers before exiting to the atmosphere via chrome tips.
Suspension here is made up of coil springs in the front and a 4
link with coil springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
This well sorted and nicely maintained Chevelle starts right up and
offers that distinctive big block bellow from the dual exhaust.
Shifts are crisp and the clutch is smooth and the car responds to
throttle blips with energy that registers 6.5 on the Richter scale.
She tracks straight, holds turns well at manageable speeds, and the
power brakes engage when required. All functional operations on
board work as they should and our short date with this amazing
muscle car is over. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
This beloved gift from wife to husband is not available for a new
caretaker to do just that, take care. Attractive in black with red
highlights and the sought after SS emblems checks all the boxes on
this iconic piece of American iron. Any wives out there looking for
the perfect birthday present? Give it to yourself, or your spouse.
You know what they say, those who shift together, stay
together.
136379Z346089
1-Chevrolet
36-Malibu V8
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
9-1969
Z-Fremont, CA Assy Plant
346089-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 69 13637-1969 Malibu 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY BF-22978-Fremont Body #
TR 756-Black Coated Fabric Buckets
B80-Bright Drip Rail Moldings
PNT -Special Order Paint
04D-4th Week April
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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