1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Coupe
The 1973 Chevelle Malibu Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2847. 328,533 produced.
1D37H32404969
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Engine
Coupe
Body
St. Therese, Que., CAN
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | D37 | Chevelle Malibu |
| Engine Code | H | 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H) |
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | 2 | St. Therese, Que., CAN |
| Serial Number | 404969 | Unit #404969 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle Malibu
Year1973
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine350 cu.in. V8 145 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower145 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantSt. Therese, Que., CAN
Plant Code2
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
Production328533
Weight3580
Wheelbase116
Width76.6
Length203.9
Front Tread61.5
Rear Tread60.7
Height54
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Reverse Ratio2.95
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.85
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeG78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity22
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
RadiatorTube and center
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 17 Quarts
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
Equipment350 cu. in. V8 engine, Air conditioning, Radio, Power brakes, Power steering, 454 cu. in. V8 engine
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Beige, Chamois, Dark Blue Metallic., Dark Brown Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Dark Red Metallic, Green Gold Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Copper Metallic, Light Green Metallic, Light Orange, Light Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Bronze Metallic, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Midnight Blue Metallic, Midnight Green, Silver Metallic, Taupe Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2958.00
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.