Not every classic Chevelle needs to be a fully restored show car to be enjoyable. This 1971 Chevrolet Malibu is the ideal continuation project for someone that wants a car they can drive today while restoring and improving it at their own pace. Rather than beginning with an unfinished project, the previous owner invested where it matters most, updating the suspension, brakes, drivetrain, wiring, and engine while leaving the next owner the opportunity to continue refining the cosmetics as desired. The result is a solid, mechanically sorted Chevelle that's ready to hit the road while still offering plenty of room to make it your own.

Performance & Mechanical:
Chevrolet Small Block 350 V8
Holley Sniper EFI electronic fuel injection
TH350 3-speed automatic transmission
Ceramic-coated headers with dual exhaust
Transmission recently flushed and resealed
New transmission pan
New transmission pan gasket
New transmission output shaft seal
10-bolt rear end
Chrome Edelbrock air filter
Chrome Edelbrock valve covers
CPP Stage 3 suspension
Power steering
Power four-wheel disc brakes
Drilled and slotted brake rotors
American Autowire complete wiring harness

Exterior:
Satin black finish
New front grille assembly
Black front bumper
Black tail light trim
New quarter window seals
New roof rail seals
New door weatherstripping
New trunk weatherstrip
New window felts and moldings
New side mirrors
New side marker lenses
New door jamb louvers
New passenger door hardware
New left front fender support
17-inch US Mag Rambler wheels
Continental Extreme Contact tires (2022)
Missing exterior emblems
Some paint bubbling on rear quarter sections

Interior:
Black and gray bench seat interior
Seats reupholstered
Door panels reupholstered
SS steering wheel
Headliner replaced
New rear dash pad
New seat belt harness covers
New glove box latch
New interior dome light
Original air conditioning and heat
Fan speed currently remains on the low-speed setting
Original AM/FM/Cassette radio - inoperable
Crack on driver side dash pad
Spare wheel/tire in trunk

This 1971 Chevrolet Malibu should be viewed as a continuation project rather than a completed restoration. The previous owner focused on the mechanical improvements first, investing in the suspension, brakes, drivetrain, wiring, and engine to create a dependable driver. Cosmetically, the car still has room for improvement and shows imperfections consistent with a classic vehicle that's been regularly enjoyed, giving the next owner the opportunity to continue refining it over time. The rear bumper is currently missing and will need to be sourced by the next owner if desired. Inside, the seats, door panels, and headliner have all been redone, creating a comfortable interior that's ready to be enjoyed while the restoration continues.

Recent Upgrades:
Holley Sniper EFI system
Ceramic-coated headers
New thermostat
New thermostat housing gasket
New spark plugs
New spark plug wires
Transmission flushed and resealed
New transmission pan
New transmission pan gasket
New transmission output shaft seal
New inner tie rods
New outer tie rods
New tie rod sleeves
New center link
New idler arm
New American Autowire wiring harness
New battery mounts
New wiper motor
New horn
New headlight bulbs
New power brake booster
New front grille kit
New headlight bezels
New side mirrors
New side marker lenses
New quarter window seals
New roof rail seals
New door weatherstripping
New trunk weatherstrip
New window moldings and felts
New door jamb louvers
New left front fender support
New passenger door hardware
New seat belt harness covers
New glove box latch
Seats reupholstered
New rear dash pad
New interior dome light
Door panels reupholstered
New headliner
17-inch US Mag Rambler wheels
New lug nuts

If you've been searching for a Chevelle that you can actually drive while making it your own, this Malibu offers an excellent starting point. Much of the costly mechanical work has already been completed, allowing the next owner to enjoy the car immediately while continuing to improve it cosmetically over time instead of tackling major suspension, brake, wiring, or drivetrain projects.

Now offered for sale by V Fine Motorcars in Austin, Texas. Nationwide shipping available.