This 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS is a convertible example, and is finished in Orange Flame Poly with Antique White stripes over white upholstery and is powered by a 454ci V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear end. It was refurbished including a repaint in lacquer as well as refreshing the interior and mechanical components. Equipment includes a power-folding white convertible soft top, F41 heavy-duty suspension, power front disc brakes, 15″ five-spoke wheels, a center console, a heater, and a retro-style AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth.
The 454ci V8 was overhauled, at which time the block was decked and a cowl induction air cleaner was fitted.
The block shows casting *B7 72* indicating a casting date of the February 7, 1972.
The factory dual-snorkel air cleaner is included in the sale.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a Muncie M22 close-ratio four-speed manual transmission and an optional G80 Positraction differential with a 3.31:1 ratio.
The transmission shows stamping *2B617111* which corresponds to the last eight characters in the VIN number.
A stainless steel Pypes dual exhaust was fitted.
The broadcast sheet indicates the Z15 SS454 equipment group, additional options and codes, and initial delivery to Fairway Chevrolet.
Features include a white convertible soft top, a retrofitted cowl induction hood with hold-down pins, a blacked-out grille, wheel opening moldings, chrome bumpers, quad taillamps, and a dual-outlet exhaust that exits below the rear bumper.
The factory hood is included in the sale.
Gray-finished 15″ wheels are mounted with 245/60 BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
Stopping power is provided by vacuum-assisted front disc brakes and rear drums.
The car was factory equipped with the F41 heavy-duty suspension which included a larger rear sway bar, boxed control arms, and heavy-duty shocks.
Power steering was added, and the factory manual steering box is included in the sale.
The interior features front bucket seats and a rear bench trimmed in White Elk vinyl with matching door panels.
Equipment includes a center console, a heater, crank windows, lap belts, and a retro-style AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth capability connected to rear-mounted speakers.
The factory radio is included with the car.
A two-spoke steering wheel features an SS-branded horn pad and frames a 120-mph speedometer, a tachometer, an analog clock, and auxiliary gauges.
The five-digit odometer indicates 16k miles, true mileage is unknown.