Chevrolet Chevelle cars for sale in Fenton, Michigan

Chevrolet : Chevelle Malibu 1964 chevrolet chevelle malibu convertible v 8 auto restored disc brake upgrade

$17,500

Fenton, Michigan

Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Note: Relisted to non-paying buyer, “had his money tied up in investments, which take 60 days to redeem without penalty”. Please do not bid if you cannot pay for the car. 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu convertible, model 45667, 283 CI, 190 HP, 2 bbl. Powerglide, rare power top, AM radio, pretty much original or restored to original, major change from stock is power disc front brakes with proportional dual circuit braking, wheels and tires. A caution about GM A body convertibles: All of the A Body convertibles have a boxed frame from the factory for added strength. When restoring a convertible, if the frame was replaced, some folks use the channeled frame common to the non-convertible cars, which are much more available (only about 1 in 15 ’64 Malibu’s were convertibles), but are not appropriate for the convertible. My car has the original correct boxed frame, ‘born with the car’ as they say. I have owned several collectible cars, and learned pretty early that the single most important item is the condition of the body and frame. Devil rust is the enemy of an old car, most everything else can be fixed if needed, but the cost of rust repair can quickly sink the car into a parts unit. Now, the previous owner of this ’64 Chevelle Malibu was the owner of a local body shop and this was his personal vehicle. As might be expected, he applied his expertise to the body and frame. He started with a very solid car (of course he knew to do that), replaced as necessary the rusted sheet metal—new rear quarters, trunk floor panels with new metal, etc. and did the hours and hours of work prepping and painting the car, which in my opinion turned out beautifully-it’s a burgundy metallic—not sure if it’s the same as GM 1964 color 948, called Palomar Red, but it looks striking on the car. I am not proficient in metal work or painting, so I only bought this car as the expensive and high-talent work was complete. The chassis is solid and true, the panels are straight, very good hood, trunk and door fit and gaps. Ok so the car looks great, but how does it run? This is where I come in, I am fully capable of repairing, replacing and refurbishing the parts of vintage cars—I enjoy doing that. This car, when I bought it, ran well, but had some issues. The following is a partial list of the work recently completed on the car, (some of which was done by the previous owner, the rest my efforts): Front disc brakes (Dual circuit proportional power brakes), drilled and slotted rotors Rebuilt Powerglide transmission Rebuilt steering box New radiator and hoses Rebuilt alternator New rear quarters, etc., etc, Professional body shop sheet metal repair and repaint New American Racing 17” Torq Thrust II wheels New tires Cooper Zeon ZPT, 225/45/R17 front, 245/45/R17 rear, gives a nice stance. New hydraulics (motor, hoses, firrings) for power top Rebuilt front seat New seat belts (front) New carpet New dash Rebuilt speedometer New dash mounted tachometer (replacing clock) New headlamp switch New front parking lamps New turn signal switch New glove box New drink holder—neat, fits in space of original ashtray, great idea. Fairly recent dual exhaust system New grille Rebuilt carburetor New fuel sender Newish boot—these 64-65 A body boots fit poorly, lousy design, thanks GM Newish front and rear bumpers. (Rear bumper is actually for a 1965 Malibu, fits and works, but not concours correct--I think he checked the wrong year when ordering it, as ’64 repro bumpers are available.). Present condition: As above with the following observations: A few paint chips from driving and careless tools, not bad, but I wanted to point it out. Inoperable horn—never got around to fixing it. Passable convertible top— serviceable, could be replaced for concours showing. (on my convertibles I keep the top and windows down unless it’s raining). The side windows all have scratches in the glass, quarter size, down low, looks like spider web, mystery, suspect earlier contact with the lift mechanism with the window down, does not impact visibility, just want to point it out. Odometer shows about 81,000 miles, no proof, but I expect it is correct. Now, I strongly encourage you or your representative to see the car before bidding—I never would buy a car this valuable without personally checking it out myself. I have been honest in it’s description, but what looks good to me might be an issue for you, and issues I see may be of no consequence to you. Car is fully functional (except the horn) to the best of my knowledge, runs good, tracks straight, looks very nice and is dependable. That said, there is no warranty expressed or implied, and all sales are final. I have a clear title for the car, and will coordinate pickup (not arrange) with the company of your selection, at my location in Fenton, Michigan. Thanks for looking, any questions, contact me.

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