Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/eBay seller belmontclassiccar17
Chevrolet kicked off the new decade with several big changes in the Chevelle lineup, including a surprising series update that dropped the 300 and 300 Deluxe trims.
The Malibu and the two Super Sports (SS 396 and SS 454) remained the only Chevelles customers could order in early 1970. Chevrolet rapidly realized that limiting buyers' options wasn't a good idea, so it brought more versions to the lineup as a mid-year update.
However, the GM brand no longer used the original names, often referring to the new versions as the base Chevelle. It was available in four-door sedan and two-door hardtop configurations.
1971 didn't witness significant changes, as Chevrolet decided to stick with minor refinements. The new Chevelle could be distinguished by a new grille design, but otherwise, the biggest change was the new engine tweaks for lower-octane gasoline.
A 1971 Chevelle Malibu recently made its way to eBay with one of the most intriguing packages I've seen lately. The car is nearly a museum piece, flexing a survivor condition you can hardly find today. It's not a rare car, so finding a 1971 Malibu is easy, but I dare you to find one that retains 99 percent of the original package in tip-top shape.
eBay seller belmontclassiccar17 insists on the survivor bit, explaining that the car comes with everything that was installed by Chevrolet in 1971. The only change is the exhaust, as the car now comes with a replacement unit.
The Chevelle has easily survived the test of time, and the Pacer Gold paint looks incredible. The black interior is almost spotless, and the vinyl top doesn't exhibit any sign of significant damage. The Malibu is not a perfect 10, as it could still require a few occasional touch-ups, but bringing it to a flawless condition should be relatively easy.
The engine under the hood is the original 350 V8, with all numbers matching. It starts and runs like a new unit, so the car is ready to get you anywhere you want. However, you'll probably not want to spend too much time behind the wheel of this Chevelle unless you do it with the engine turned off. The odometer indicates a number that most people would like to preserve – 33,000 miles (a little over 53,000 km), and they are all original.
A 1971 Chevelle in such incredible condition shouldn't sell for cheap, and this Malibu really doesn't. While the WWW will decide the selling price, the eBay auction comes with a reserve whose value is unknown. The digital fight has reached $5,100, but the reserve is still in place, requiring higher bids before the Chevelle can leave for a new home.
The vehicle is parked in Belmont, Ohio, waiting for an in-person inspection if you want to see what a survivor is all about.
However, the GM brand no longer used the original names, often referring to the new versions as the base Chevelle. It was available in four-door sedan and two-door hardtop configurations.
1971 didn't witness significant changes, as Chevrolet decided to stick with minor refinements. The new Chevelle could be distinguished by a new grille design, but otherwise, the biggest change was the new engine tweaks for lower-octane gasoline.
A 1971 Chevelle Malibu recently made its way to eBay with one of the most intriguing packages I've seen lately. The car is nearly a museum piece, flexing a survivor condition you can hardly find today. It's not a rare car, so finding a 1971 Malibu is easy, but I dare you to find one that retains 99 percent of the original package in tip-top shape.
eBay seller belmontclassiccar17 insists on the survivor bit, explaining that the car comes with everything that was installed by Chevrolet in 1971. The only change is the exhaust, as the car now comes with a replacement unit.
The Chevelle has easily survived the test of time, and the Pacer Gold paint looks incredible. The black interior is almost spotless, and the vinyl top doesn't exhibit any sign of significant damage. The Malibu is not a perfect 10, as it could still require a few occasional touch-ups, but bringing it to a flawless condition should be relatively easy.
The engine under the hood is the original 350 V8, with all numbers matching. It starts and runs like a new unit, so the car is ready to get you anywhere you want. However, you'll probably not want to spend too much time behind the wheel of this Chevelle unless you do it with the engine turned off. The odometer indicates a number that most people would like to preserve – 33,000 miles (a little over 53,000 km), and they are all original.
A 1971 Chevelle in such incredible condition shouldn't sell for cheap, and this Malibu really doesn't. While the WWW will decide the selling price, the eBay auction comes with a reserve whose value is unknown. The digital fight has reached $5,100, but the reserve is still in place, requiring higher bids before the Chevelle can leave for a new home.
The vehicle is parked in Belmont, Ohio, waiting for an in-person inspection if you want to see what a survivor is all about.
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