1965 Chevrolet Malibu 4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
The Malibu was the top trim level of the Chevelle line in 1965, offering luxury features and refined styling that competed directly with Ford's Fairlane and Plymouth's Belvedere. This two-seat station wagon ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
135355K101824
6 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
Body
Kansas City, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Chevrolet Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 3535 | Malibu |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | K | Kansas City, MO |
| Serial Number | 101824 | Unit #101824 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 2-Seat
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
194 cu.in. I6
Horsepower120 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement194 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower220 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
This VIN decodes to a Chevelle Malibu series — not a Super Sport (SS). The SS used a distinct series code, so SS is not implied by this VIN; any SS-level engines listed were options available across the Chevelle line.
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke9.125 inches
Cylinders6
Compression8.5
Horsepower120@4400
Torque177@2400
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Displacement194.37
Rated HP30.46
Dimensions
Production35938
Weight3225
Wheelbase115
Length201.4
Width74.6
Rear Tread58
Height53.2
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio2.94
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.35 x 14
Brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling10 Quarts, Water pump
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPower seats, Power steering, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Pushbutton Radio, Power brakes, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Cameo Beige, Crocus Yellow, Cypress Green, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Evening Orchid, Glacier Gray, Glen Green, Goldenwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Milano Maroon, Mist Blue, Nassau Blue, Rally Red, Regal Red, Sierra Tan, Silver Pearl, Tahitian Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2647.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors4
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.