1980 Chevrolet Malibu

New 350ci V8 Crate Engine | TH450 Automatic Transmission | Edelbrock 650 Carburetor

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LOT #

240923279

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1T27KAB507622
Lot Number:
240923279
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
01 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
350ci
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Bright Polly Blue
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Missouri
  • 1980 MY Chevrolet Malibu Coupe Restomod
  • Current owner reports new 350ci crate engine with 5,000 miles
  • Current owner reports new TH450 automatic transmission
  • Current owner reports new harmonic balancer
  • Current owner reports new water pump
  • Current owner reports new fuel pump
  • Current owner reports new rotor
  • Current owner reports new distributor cap
  • Current owner reports new oil pan
  • Current owner reports new fuel line
  • Current owner reports new motor mounts
  • Current owner reports new summit intake
  • Current owner reports new Edelbrock 650 carburetor
  • Current owner reports new Hooker ceramic coated headers
  • Current owner reports new starter
  • Current owner reports new flywheel
  • Current owner reports upgrade with new alternator
  • Current owner reports new vintage heat & A/C system
  • Current owner reports new flex fan
  • Current owner reports new dual electric fans
  • Current owner reports new Painless Performance wiring system
  • Current owner reports new speedo cable
  • Current owner reports new gauges
  • Current owner reports new custom gauge pod
  • Current owner reports new aluminum radiator

Overview of 1980 Chevrolet Malibu For Sale by Owner

The term sleeper is often used to describe a car that is normal and unassuming on the surface but a real performance powerhouse the moment you step on the gas. Wondering what we are on about? Take a look at this 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Coupe we have today, for instance, it's a true wolf in sheep's clothing and sports a surprise the moment you pop open the hood.

Exterior and Interior

The sheep-like outer appearance on this 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Coupe is brought to you by a bright Polly Blue exterior that complementsvthis machine's lovely boxy '80s design and its unassuming personality. The coupe design features all its factory appointments, with the car's chrome present and shining. The only giveaway to its sheer performance being a slightly upgraded hood. The clean factory styling transitions into a set of period-correct wheels. Step into the black interior of this 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Coupe and you slowly start to see the performance features of this sleeper come to life. The factory cabin is completely intact with the car sporting all its factory trim, look closely and you will find an aftermarket sound system in place for your tunes and a custom gauge pod monitoring this car's upgraded performance. While this sleeper might be a force to be reckoned with, it's also a practical way of getting about. The current owner reports a vintage heat and A/C system giving you more time behind the wheel irrespective of the weather.

Engine

Now onto what makes this 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Coupe a true sleeper. Peel apart the '80s boxy styling and what you will find underneath is a 350ci V8 crate motor, the perfect motor for blistering drag timings and performance figures. Looking to participate in some light drag racing? The current owner reports a host of upgrades that ensure you're ready for the task ahead. In place is an Edelbrock 650 carburetor, summit intake, Painless Performance wiring system and Hooker ceramic coated headers. Apart from the upgrades you get refreshed performance as well, with the current owner reporting upgrades with a new alternator, dual electric fans, aluminum radiator, fuel lines, motor mounts, summit intake, starter, flywheel, water pump, fuel pump, rotor, distributor cap and oil pan. This unassuming performance powerhouse channels all its performance to its rear wheels through a TH450 automatic transmission putting this car's upgraded performance down efficiently.

Walk-around Video of this Chevrolet Malibu

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