1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

Description

Taking its name from the coastal California city, the Malibu was created and marketed as the top-of-the-line offering of the midsize Chevelle. The Chevelle Malibu embodied classic West Coast style and when paired with an optional V8, the Malibu Super Sport (SS) became an instant classic among the American public. This 1965 Malibu takes the West Coast nameplate and improves on it with a nautically themed Neptune Blue and White metallic paint job. The livery is separated by a custom black and red stripe package that cleanly separates the lower white section for an attractive two-tone. The 383 cu-in stroker V8 is mated to a four-speed manual transmission topped with a Hurst shifter making for a dynamic and satisfying driving experience. The extensive restoration of this Malibu features many upgrades to complete the muscle car look, lowered sport suspension paired with the 17-inch US Mags modernize its appearance and increase tire selection. The 1965 Chevelle Malibu was one of the most successful muscle cars of its time, and this example, with a careful selection of aftermarket parts, is designed to enhance the driving experience while catering to those who enjoy its classic muscle car appearance.

Highlights 

• 383 cu-in stroker V8

• Equipped with a four-speed manual transmission complete with Hurst shifter

• 17-inch US Mags Mandalay 2 Piece Forged wheels

• Finished in a Two-Tone Metallic Neptune Blue and White over original Blue vinyl interior

• Summit Racing four-barrel carburetor

• Aluminum intake

• Long tube headers

• Added sway bar

• Service work reported by the consignor includes replacing the shocks, coil springs, front and rear sway bar bushings, starter, battery, spark plugs, fuel pump, repairing the wiring harness, and an oil and filter change

• This Chevelle Malibu is offered with the five-digit odometer currently displaying just under 47,500 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown

Features 

• Bench seats

• Super V FLO-PRO mufflers

• GM 8.5 inch 10 bolt rear axle

• Power steering 

• Front disc brakes, power-assisted rear drum brakes

• Dual Audio XD1225 CD receiver

• Auxiliary three-gauge cluster 

• Fully carpeted

• Dual-spoke Chevy sports steering wheel on a tilt column

Known Imperfections

• Trunk seal is peeling and does not go around completely

• Damaged kick panel on the driver’s side

• Windshield wiper wiring needs to be reattached  

Ownership History

The consignor acquired this Chevelle Malibu in 2022.