1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Coupe
The 1974 Chevelle Malibu Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2878. 27,188 produced.
1C37D41470866
250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Oshawa, Ontario, CAN
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | C37 | Chevelle Malibu |
| Engine Code | D | 250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D) |
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | 1 | Oshawa, Ontario, CAN |
| Serial Number | 470866 | Unit #470866 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle Malibu
Year1974
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine250 cu.in. I6 100 HP (D)
Cylinders6
Displacement250 cu.in. CID
Horsepower100 HP
ConfigurationI6
Carburetor1-barrel
Assembly PlantOshawa, Ontario, CAN
Plant Code1
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
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
Dimensions
Production27188
Weight3573
Wheelbase116
Width76.6
Length206.3
Rear Tread60.7
Front Tread61.5
Height53.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.95
1st Gear Ratio2.85
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeE78 x 14B
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
RadiatorTube and center
Cooling12 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power seats, Air conditioning, Power windows, Radio, Power steering
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Bright Aqua Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic, Bright Green Metallic, Bright Orange, Bright Yellow, Bronze Metallic, Cosworth Silver Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark Taupe Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Gold Metallic, Lime Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Green, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Medium Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2878.00
Body
Doors2
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.