1965 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE MALIBU SS CONVERTIBLE

OVERVIEW

This 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS convertible is powered by a 327ci V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic transmission. Finished in Ermine White with a matching power convertible top over a red leather interior, this true Super Sport (SS) is now offered by the seller with a restoration photo album, a folder of receipts, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Underwent frame-off restoration in 1998
• VIN begins with "138" showing it's a true Super Sport (SS)
• One of 9,128 Chevelle Malibu SS convertibles built by Chevrolet in 1965

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller
• Current location: Arizona

EXTERIOR

• Ermine White paint 
• White power convertible top 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Chrome brightwork
• "327", "Malibu SS", and "Super Sport" badging 

Updates 

• Exterior color changed from original Sierra Tan 
• Exterior was repainted white in 1998

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 14-inch chrome wire wheels 
• 195/75 Uniroyal Tiger Paw AP II whitewall radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Red leather upholstery 
• Bucket seats
• Center console with automatic shifter 
• Aftermarket cruise control 
• Power steering
• Aftermarket speaker system
• Aftermarket stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Cassette player 

Updates

• Interior changed from original Light Fawn imitation leather upholstery 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer 
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Amperage 
  • Clock
  • Fuel
• Column-mounted AutoMeter 8,000-rpm tachometer 
• Odometer shows 69,145 miles
  • Title reads actual mileage 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 327ci V8
  • 250 horsepower 
  • Four-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic 

Service History Highlights 

• Original engine and Powerglide automatic transmission replaced 
• Oil changed and valve cover gaskets done in August 2025

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Power front disc brakes
• Dual exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• STYLE, 13867 - Chevelle Malibu SS 2-door convertible
• PLANT, KAN - Kansas City, MO 
• TRIM, 770 - Light Fawn imitation leather bucket seats 
• PAINT, S-1 - Sierra Tan with white convertible top
• ACC
  • Group 1 
    • W - Tinted windshield 
    • D - Power convertible top 
  • Group 2 
    • M - Powerglide transmission 
    • P - Comfort & Convenience group
  • Group 3 
    • C - Instrument panel pad 
  • Group 5
    • W - Custom deluxe seat belts with retractors 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Surface rust seen on undercarriage components 
• Small chip in windshield 
• Passenger-side of rear bumper is slightly misaligned 
• Minor cosmetic blemishes seen on the exterior 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Restoration photo album
  • With notes 
• Folder of receipts