Supercharged LS3-Powered 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu 6-Speed

Description

The Chevrolet Chevelle debuted in 1964 with an attractive, angular design, but the second-generation model took Chevy’s muscle car styling to the next level. 1968–up Chevelles had an absolutely sinister look, blending sensual curves with a semi-fastback roofline that drew inspiration from the recently redesigned Camaro.

By 1971, the Chevelle’s design evolved further with distinctive sheet metal, an upgraded interior offering more modern conveniences, and SS models featuring unique styling, a domed hood, and a sport suspension. But while the SS 454 big block was the king of the hill then, the best way to enjoy a classic Chevelle now is with modern upgrades.

This restomod wears professionally applied dark gray paint on its mini-tubbed body, with massive five-spoke wheels, body-color bumpers, and a cowl-induction hood completing the monochromatic look. Inside, a Mitch's Kustoms custom interior features seats with black vinyl and red synthetic suede inserts, and the cabin features air conditioning, an aftermarket steering wheel, and a custom console with a touchscreen head unit nicely complements the aftermarket gauges.

Underneath, this modified Chevelle Malibu features a modified, reinforced chassis wearing a coil over performance suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and rack and pinion steering. Its chin spoiler transitions into a screened belly pan that feeds air into fluid coolers. And the crowning touch is a supercharged 6.2L LS3 V8 that lives in a custom engine bay, and sends power through a six-speed manual trans to a 9-inch rear end.

This LS-powered Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu is the culmination of a multi-year build, with a reported $322,000 spent.

This 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu restomod is now represented by a Broad Arrow Specialist with two key fobs, build receipts, and a transferable New York registration in the current owner's name listing it as a 1970 Chevrolet.

Highlights

• ’71 Chevelle Malibu restomod that reportedly underwent a $322k build

• Two-year build by Paradigm Automotive Restoration of Closter, New Jersey

• Custom body modifications including mini tubs

• Professionally refinished in dark grey

• 19x10” front, 20x13” rear Avant Garde SR11 matte black wheels wearing Michelin Pilot Sport tires

• Black and red leather upholstery

• Air conditioning

• Supercharged Chevrolet Performance 6.2L LS3 V8

• 6-speed T56 manual transmission

• Performance coil over suspension

• 4-wheel disc brakes

Modifications

• Exterior:

  • Original floor, modified transmission tunnel, and replacement quarter panels

  • Mini-tubbed rear wheel wells

  • Refinished in metallic paint

  • Flush-fit Fesler windshield and rear glass

  • Hidden door handles with aftermarket side mirrors

  • Cowl hood with matte center and custom striping

  • Custom chin spoiler/screened belly pan

  • 1970-style LED dual headlights

  • LED taillights

  • Blacked-out emblems 

• Interior:

  • Mitch's Kustoms interior with custom seat frames, foam, and upholstery, and matching rear seat, dash, door panels, center console, and rear deck

  • Red seat inserts and stitching

  • Factory instrument cluster with Dakota Digital gauges

  • Tilt steering column with Sparc steering wheel

  • Vintage Air air conditioning

  • Power windows with center-mounted switches

  • Push-button ignition

  • Hurst shifter with 8-ball knob

  • Boss touchscreen head unit with aftermarket speakers 

• Drivetrain:

  • Custom smoothed engine bay panels and firewall

  • Swapped-in LS3 V8 with red-painted supercharger, throttle body, and valve covers

  • MagnaCharger supercharger

  • Headers and custom 3” TIG-welded dual exhaust with X-pipe and quad tips

  • Hidden coil packs

  • Vibrant Performance fuel system including AN lines, inline Holley fuel pump, Aeromotive fuel pressure regulator, and trunk-mounted fuel cell

  • Electric cooling fan system

  • Trunk-mounted battery with cutoff switch and remote terminals

  • Narrowed Currie 9-inch rear end with Tru-Trac differential and 3.73 gears 

• Chassis, Steering, and Brakes:

  • Factory frame

  • Custom frame reinforcements and transmission crossmember

  • Rack and pinion steering

  • CPP C5 Corvette drop spindles

  • UMI tubular front and rear suspension arms

  • QA1 coil over shocks

  • Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors and master cylinder

Documentation

• Build receipts

Ownership History

This 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu is now offered with a transferable New York registration in the owner’s name.

Included Items

• 2 key fobs

• Build receipts

Additional Information

This 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle is registered in a state that does not issue titles for vehicles of its age. It is offered with New York registration listing it as a 1970 model.

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: William Cooper Phone: 469.463.4542 Email: wcooper@hagerty.com