History includes 30-plus years of single ownership
Body
Coupe
Engine
JD Suffix 283 Engine
Transmission
Automatic
Drive
RWD
Exterior Color
Dark Blue
Mileage
Car Summary
Body
Coupe
Year
1964
Make
Chevrolet
Fuel type
Gasoline
Engine
JD Suffix 283 Engine
Transmission
Automatic
Drive
RWD
Exterior Color
Dark Blue
Interior Color
Light Blue
Mileage
N/A
VIN: 45837L105250
Car Description
Known history of this Chevelle Malibu SS begins with John and Patricia Ownes of California when they purchased this example from a collector in Colorado. Under the Ownes ownership, they maintained it for over 30 years, before selling it in 2022. During the Ownes tenure this example was the recipient of a nut-and-bolt restoration. Originally born Palomer Red, the Ownes would change the color to the current attractive shade of dark blue as it was the same color of the car they had when they were newlyweds. Their pride and joy, this example was sparingly driven, often taken to shows, and always stored in their climate-controlled garage.
Said to retain its original factory sheet metal, this early production Van Nuys California built example features T-3 branded headlights, rear bumper guards, Malibu SS badging, and classic Firestone redline tires. The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench seat which were reupholstered in a blue vinyl and present very well, matching the door panels and carpet. Other interior appointments include, attractive chrome trim, a center console, push-button AM radio, and lap belts.
Well-kept and maintained since the nut-and-bolt restoration was completed, the mechanicals are in top order. Equipped with a period correct drivetrain, engine, transmission, and rear-axle, the 283 cubic-inch SS V8 engine has been overboard .020” and rebuilt using an L79-specification camshaft and “Power Pack” cylinder head in 2023 under prior ownership. Other mechanical equipment includes a Rochester Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor, a dual exhaust system that utilizers Thrush mufflers, desirable power steering, front and rear drum brakes, and a two-speed PowerGlide automatic transmission.
A true SS V8 example, as the 458 VIN will attest, and having been lovingly maintained and cared for since its nut-and-bolt restoration, this 1964 Chevelle Malibu SS Coupe will make for a wonderful example take to local events, be a weekend cruiser or add to one’s garage.
This 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Sport Coupe is located in Auburn, Indiana, which is centrally located and a short couple hour drive from Indianapolis, Indiana, Detroit, Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, and Cleveland, Ohio.