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1965 Chevrolet Malibu

$54,995

1965 Chevrolet Malibu

Vehicle Details

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Malibu

Year

1965

Mileage

100 miles

VIN

138375B123717

Body Type

Coupe

Transmission

Manual

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

BLUEPRINT 138 W/460HP

Description

1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS For Sale  
Real 138 SS * 460 HP Blueprint V8 * 4-Speed * 12-Bolt Posi Rear * Original Rebuilt 327 Included * Less Than 100 Miles Since Restoration
 
Offered for sale is this exceptional 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS, a genuine 138- code Super Sport finished in the timeless combination of black over black.
 
This Chevelle has undergone an extremely comprehensive restoration, with virtually every major system rebuilt, restored, upgraded, or replaced. The current owner has had the car for approximately five years, and it has traveled fewer than 100 miles since completion.
 
The quality of the work is apparent throughout, from the laser-straight body and excellent panel fit to the highly detailed engine compartment, restored chassis, suspension, braking system, interior, and undercarriage.
 
The owner reports more than $65,000 in restoration receipts, with extensive documentation accompanying the car.
 
460 HP Blueprint V8
 
Under the hood is a professionally built Blueprint Engines V8, dyno-tested at approximately 460 horsepower prior to installation.
 
The engine has fewer than 100 miles on it and remains in its initial break-in period.
 
Backing the Blueprint V8 is a rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission with a Centerforce clutch and scattershield. The transmission is believed to be a Muncie M21.
 
Power is sent rearward to a 12-bolt Positraction rear end, providing a strong drivetrain combination well suited to the Blueprint V8's substantial horsepower.
 
Additional performance equipment includes ceramic-coated Hooker long-tube headers, electronic ignition, Edelbrock air cleaner, and a high-flow filter.
 
Powertrain Highlights
   Blueprint Engines V8   Approximately 460 dyno-tested horsepower   Fewer than 100 miles since installation   Engine still in break-in period   Blueprint engine warranty represented as transferable with required documentation   Additional break-in oil included   Rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission   Centerforce clutch   Scattershield  12-bolt Positraction rear end  Electronic ignition   Ceramic-coated Hooker long-tube headers   Edelbrock air cleaner   High-flow air filter 
Original Rebuilt 327 V8 Included
 
One of the most important features of this Chevelle is that its original 327 V8 has been retained.
 
The original engine was rebuilt prior to being removed and is included with the sale.
 
This gives the next owner the best of both worlds: the performance and drivability of the current 460-horsepower Blueprint combination while retaining the car's original engine and an important part of its history.
 
Wilwood Drilled and Slotted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
 
The chassis received the same level of attention as the drivetrain.
 
Stopping power comes from a complete Wilwood four-wheel disc-brake system with drilled and slotted rotors, rear parking-brake provisions, adjustable proportioning, and a line- lock system.
 
Steering has been upgraded with a new CPP power-steering box.
 
Out back is a 12-bolt Positraction rear end that was completely rebuilt, including its internal components, while the driveshaft received new universal joints.
 
Suspension components, springs, shocks, bushings, lines, hoses, wiring, and associated hardware were replaced, rebuilt, or restored as necessary during the restoration.
 
Chassis & Brake Highlights
   Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes   Drilled and slotted rotors   Rear disc parking brake   Adjustable proportioning valve   Line lock   New CPP power-steering box  Completely rebuilt 12-bolt Positraction rear end  New universal joints   Rebuilt and upgraded suspension   New springs   New shocks   Extensive replacement of lines, hoses, wiring, bushings, and hardware 
Laser-Straight Black Exterior
 
Black is one of the most unforgiving colors when it comes to body preparation, making the quality of this Chevelle's restoration especially impressive.
 
The body presents beautifully with excellent panel alignment, straight body lines, and a deep black finish that gives the car a sinister yet classic appearance.
 
The car rides on traditional muscle-car wheels with a carefully selected staggered tire combination.
 
Out back are 245/60R15 tires, properly positioned beneath the quarter panels to create an aggressive stance without compromising the original body lines.
 
Attention to detail continues beneath the hood with period-inspired markings, correct- style battery connections, carefully refinished hood hinges, latch hardware, and numerous small finishing touches throughout the engine compartment.
 
Restored Black Interior
 
The restored black interior maintains the classic character expected of a genuine Malibu SS while incorporating subtle modern improvements.
 
The gauges are operational, including the tachometer and oil-pressure gauge, and even the factory-style clock is working.
 
An AutoSound stereo provides upgraded audio while retaining a period-appropriate appearance.
 
Interior Highlights
   Restored black interior   4-speed manual shifter   Functional tachometer   Functional gauges   Restored working clock   AutoSound stereo   Excellent upholstery, trim, and finish 
Performance Exhaust
 
Ceramic-coated Hooker long-tube headers feed a custom performance exhaust system incorporating SuperTrapp components.
 
The result is the deep, aggressive muscle-car sound expected from a 460-horsepower Chevelle without taking away from the car's classic appearance.
 
Because the engine remains in its break-in period, it has been treated carefully and has not yet been run aggressively.

The owner reports a recommended break-in period of approximately 500 miles before the first oil change, and additional break-in oil accompanies the car.
 
Extensive Documentation
 
A substantial collection of receipts and documentation accompanies the Chevelle.
 
The owner reports more than $65,000 in receipts related to the restoration alone, illustrating the scope of the work invested into bringing this car to its current condition.
 
Restoration Highlights
   Genuine 138-code Malibu SS   Approximately five years with current owner   Less than 100 miles since restoration   Extensive frame-off-quality restoration   Laser-straight black exterior   Restored black interior   Blueprint V8 producing approximately 460 horsepower   Rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission   Centerforce clutch  Rebuilt 12-bolt Positraction rear end  Original rebuilt 327 V8 included   Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes   CPP power steering   New suspension components   Brand-new tires   Extensive restoration documentation   More than $65,000 in reported restoration receipts   Additional break-in oil included 
Genuine SS * 4-Speed * 460 HP * 12-Bolt Posi * Original 327 Included
 
This is considerably more than a cosmetically restored Chevelle.
 
Attention has been given to virtually every aspect of the car, including the engine, transmission, 12-bolt Positraction rear axle, braking system, steering, suspension, electrical system, plumbing, interior, exterior, engine compartment, and undercarriage.
 
With fewer than 100 miles since completion, the restoration remains exceptionally fresh.
 
Most importantly, the car combines modern muscle-car performance with genuine Super Sport pedigree. The installed Blueprint V8 delivers approximately 460 horsepower through a rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission and 12-bolt Positraction rear, while the rebuilt original 327 accompanies the car for the next owner.
 
With its real 138 SS identity, black-on-black presentation, 4-speed manual transmission, 460-horsepower V8, 12-bolt Posi rear, Wilwood four-wheel discs, original rebuilt 327, extensive documentation, and virtually fresh restoration, this 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS is an impressive example from top to bottom. For Sale By Owner Located In Oceanside, NY 11572
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Trim: SS
Options: Premium Sound System, Leatherette Interior Surface

Chevrolet Malibu Buyer's Guide (1964–1977)

Full guide
M
Mike Sullivan
Muscle Cars
1964–1977
~4 min read
Updated Apr 2026
The Malibu was Chevrolet's premium trim on the A-body Chevelle platform — available with V8 engines up to 396 cubic inches and a cleaner exterior than the base Chevelle. It's often overlooked in favor of the SS badge, but a Malibu with the right engine is every bit as rewarding and frequently priced more realistically.
This guide covers
✓ 10-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 4 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts

Chevrolet Malibu Market Overview

Based on 31 Chevrolet Malibu listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

31
Listed Now
$32,399
Avg. Asking Price
1964–1979
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Above Average
This car: $54,995
Low: $5,495 High: $69,000
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 68%
Manual 16% ◄
Condition Distribution
Excellent 13%
Good 6%
Fair 6%
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Chevrolet Malibu Buyer's Guide (1964–1977)

People see "Malibu" and think grocery car. That's a mistake. The Malibu was the trim-line above the base Chevelle from 1964 to 1972, and it was available with the full V8 engine roster — including the 396 big-block. What it wasn't was the SS, and that distinction matters to some buyers and not at all to others. If you need the SS badge for show-point purposes, buy an SS. If you want an A-body Chevrolet that drives great and doesn't cost SS money, the Malibu is the car I'd send you to look at.

What to Check Before Buying

✓
Engine VIN stamp — Check partial VIN on engine block front pad — must match car VIN
✓
Lower rear quarter rust — Inspect wheel arch seam from inside wheel well — primary A-body rust zone
✓
Torque box inspection — Get under car and inspect rear frame rail to floor junction — structural rust zone
✓
Trunk floor corners — Remove mat and probe all four trunk corners
✓
Floor pans — Check under front seat carpet for rust-through
✓
Trim tag verification — Read door jamb trim tag to verify factory engine code and options
✓
Big-block cooling — Verify radiator sizing matches engine on 396/454 cars
✓
Front suspension — Check ball joints and tie rod ends for wear — alignment issues indicate worn components
✓
Core support condition — Check front core support for rust from cooling system failures
✓
Broadcast sheet search — Check under rear seat and trunk area for original build sheet

Common Issues

Lower rear quarter rust at wheel arch seam is the signature A-body failure. Torque box rot at rear frame rail junction is a structural issue visible only from underneath. Trunk floor corner rust from water intrusion. Floor pan rust from condensation and carpet moisture. Big-block cooling system overwork — the 396 and 454 run warm and require correct radiator sizing; overheated big-blocks develop oil leak and gasket issues. Engine identity fraud is less common than on SS cars but does occur — verify VIN stamp. The A-body front suspension requires periodic alignment and ball joint inspection; worn components cause tire wear and handling degradation.

What to Look For

Verify engine authenticity via partial VIN stamp on block — last 8 digits should match car VIN. Lower rear quarters at wheel arch seam — primary rust zone. Trunk floor corners. Torque box inspection from underneath — structural failure zone at rear frame rail junction with floor. Floor pans under front seat. Core support condition at front. On big-block cars: verify cooling system adequacy and check for radiator core damage. Trim tag (on driver door jamb) for factory engine and options verification. Request broadcast sheet if available.

Price Guide

Driver-quality 1968–1972 with 350/396: $18,000–$28,000. Show quality: $30,000–$45,000. First-gen 1964–1967: $15,000–$25,000 driver, $28,000–$38,000 show. Colonnade 1973–1977: $10,000–$18,000. Malibu prices consistently run 20–35% below equivalent Chevelle SS — the same mechanical car with a different badge. A documented 396 Malibu is the best value proposition in the A-body Chevrolet collector market.

Did You Know?

The 1966 Chevelle Malibu SS 396 set a then-record quarter-mile time of 14.66 seconds at 98 mph in Car and Driver testing, outrunning cars costing twice as much. The Malibu name would survive the discontinuation of the Chevelle in 1977, continuing on a front-wheel-drive platform through the 1980s and being revived again in the 1990s — making it one of the longest-running nameplate histories in GM's lineup. The original 1964 Chevelle Malibu SS was almost called the "Chevelle Monaco" before someone realized Monaco was already a Dodge nameplate.

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