1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible on 2040-cars
Sedley, Virginia, United States
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This is a true 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS convertible with the first three digits of the vin 138. The color has been changed to a triple black muscle machine. The original motor is long gone but has been replaced with a 383 strocker. It boasts approximately 500 hp. The headers are long tube with jet hot coating. It has 2 1/2 inch exhaust with flow master mufflers. The heads are aluminum and allow the engine to breathe . An electric fan keeps it cool and running 180 degrees, The 4 speed transmission and hurst shifter coupled with the power output slams you back in the seat. The rear is a 12 bolt chevy with positraction. To stop the car it has been converted to power disc brakes in front and drum rears. The front rotors are slotted and drilled and the calibers are black. The power steering helps you in tight situation without much effort. All the gauges work including the factory tach. The new power convertible top works great and it has a boot to cover it up when the top is down. Everything on the car has been restored or replaced including all suspension pieces, fuel tank and lines, brake lines, interior, chrome, ect. The car has approximately 1250 miles on it since the restoration. The body is very straight and the gaps are even which show off the great paint job. There are no scratches or chips in the paint.
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