1965 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE MALIBU CONVERTIBLE

OVERVIEW

This 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu convertible is powered by a new 383ci stroker V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic transmission. Finished in Deep Burgundy Metallic over a medium and dark red vinyl interior, this muscle car is now offered by the seller with the original dash cluster and steering wheel, along with miscellaneous documentation and a branded title.

Highlights

• New performance-enhanced 383ci stroker V8 with 1,000 miles driven according to seller 
• Power steering and front disc brakes
• American Torq Thrust wheels 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: New Hampshire 

EXTERIOR

• Deep Burgundy Metallic paint 
• White convertible top
• Driver-side mirror  
• Chrome brightwork 

Updates

• Exterior color changed from original Danube Blue 
• Newer white convertible top 
• New
  • Chrome bumpers
  • Wheel lip moldings
  • Chrome door handles

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 17-inch American Racing Torq Thurst wheels 
• 225/55 Ohtsu radial tires 

Updates

• New wheels and tires 

INTERIOR

• Medium and dark red vinyl upholstery
• Bench seat 
• Custom center console with cupholders
• Power steering 
• Column-mounted automatic shifter 
• Three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel
• Modern speaker system
• Aftermarket console-mounted stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Bluetooth compatible 

Updates

• New
  • Carpet and sill plates
  • Door panels

INSTRUMENTS

• Aftermarket gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • 8,000-rpm tachometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Battery 
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 90,229 miles  
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 383ci stroker V8
  • Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor 
  • Updated intake manifold 
  • Aluminum radiator 

Transmission

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic 

Service History Highlights 

• New engine 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Adjustable coil over shocks on front and rear 
• Power front disc brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• BUILD DATE, 09A: First week of September 1965
• STYLE, 13667: Malibu convertible 
• PLANT, BAL: Baltimore, MD 
• TRIM, 742: Medium Blue Pattern Imitation Leather 
• PAINT, E1: Danube Blue with White convertible top 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS 

• Minor paint chips on door jamb as seen in photos 
• Minor dent and chip in door jamb as seen in photos 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Miscellaneous documentation 
• Original dash cluster
• Original steering wheel 

ADDITIONAL NOTES 

• Title Brand: Antique Vehicle