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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.
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.
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.
1980 Chevrolet Malibu Coupe
350ci V8
TH450 Automatic Transmission
RWD
Bright Poly Blue Exterior
Black Interior
New 350ci Crate Engine With 5,000 Miles
New TH450 Automatic Transmission
Transmission Refresh
New Gaskets
New Seals
New Bushings
New Harmonic Balancer
New Water Pump
New Fuel Pump
New Rotor
New Distributor Cap
New Oil Pan
New Fuel Lines
New Motor Mounts
New Summit Intake
New Edelbrock 650 Carburetor
New Hooker Ceramic Coated Headers
New Starter
New Flywheel
Upgraded With New Alternator
New Vintage Heat & A/C System
New Flex Fan
New Dual Electric Fans
New Painless Performance Wiring System
New Speedo Cable
New Gauges
New Custom Gauge Pod
New Aluminum Radiator
New Clutches
All info As Reported by Current 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.
Check out this first-generation 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod as your next classic car (or your first), albeit with a twist. A first-generation Camaro is always a treat to own and drive, and this particular car packs a host of performance modifications that make it a fearsome machine. Yes, it truly lives up to the Camaro’s reputation of challenging all comers back in the day, except now that the performance bar has moved upwards, so has this car’s accelerative thrills. Let us tell you more, and we take no responsibility for any drool that you may spill on yourself while reading about this car. Actually, save yourself the trouble, and come check it out ASAP.
Corvettes are aplenty because they’ve been around since 1953. Now on the eighth generation, Chevy’s runaway sales hit, and America’s favorite sports car, has firmly been cemented as a classic, modern classic, and future classic, depending on which generation you choose to pick. That’s why the fifth generation, or C5, is an interesting place to be. It’s more modern classic, and yet it’s not, especially when you consider later model cars like this 2004 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. This reportedly all-stock car has 17,697 miles to its name and is up for grabs in Norman, Oklahoma. So if you want a Corvette that’s relatively modern but will definitely become a cherished classic in a decade or so, here’s the ticket.
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What do you get when you imbue an Eighties car with Twenties (no not Twenty Twenties, but Nineteen Twenties) styling? That’s precisely what Excalibur aimed to do. This Milwaukee-based outfit was the work of Clifford Brooks Stevens, who initially designed the cars for Studebaker. Stevens subsequently formed a company to create them by himself. Sadly, the project wasn’t as successful as all involved would have expected, and after several failures, Excalibur folded in 1990. Of course, that hasn’t stopped others from creating replicas, such as this 1989 Excalibur Series V Replica. Built on a 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis GS chassis, this 17,688-mile automobile awaits its new owner in Williston, Vermont. It is often said that imitation is the best form of flattery, so the fact that someone built a replica of the Excalibur means that the car is worth checking out. If you’re the kind of person who lusts after the quirky and isn’t afraid to push the boundaries of what many consider a ‘classic’ or ‘modern classic’, why not buy this car and become its custodian?
Being a manufacturer and making a statement in the ʼ80s was a tough task, as the automotive world was on full blast with cars making the move to more tech and a change in design to suit a massive shift in customer tastes and preferences. Mercedes-Benz in the 80s was peak German automotive and the secret to its success? Staying true to who they are and giving the world true luxury and superior engineering over marketing gimmicks. Present today is this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL, this German classic is a love letter to luxury cruising in style and has just a reported 140,316 miles on its clock.
Check out this first-generation 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod as your next classic car (or your first), albeit with a twist. A first-generation Camaro is always a treat to own and drive, and this particular car packs a host of performance modifications that make it a fearsome machine. Yes, it truly lives up to the Camaro’s reputation of challenging all comers back in the day, except now that the performance bar has moved upwards, so has this car’s accelerative thrills. Let us tell you more, and we take no responsibility for any drool that you may spill on yourself while reading about this car. Actually, save yourself the trouble, and come check it out ASAP.
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