1967 Chevy Malibu – Classic Chevy Round-Up
The first generation run of Chevrolet’s Malibu (1964 – 1967) is an icon of American automotive design and performance. 67′s Malibu and Chevelle shared much of the same interior parts, engine components and body styling. They also are beloved cars honored by enthusiasts from the US, Mexico and as far away as the Middle East.
The first Malibu was a sub-genres of the mid-size Chevelle. First produced in 1964, Malibus were available in a full-range of body styles including a four-door sedan, two-door Sport Coupe hardtop, convertible and two-seat station wagon. The 1967 model Malibu Concours station wagon was available with simulated wood trim on the exterior. Malibu SS (Super Sport) was available only as a two-door Sport Coupe hardtop or convertible and added bucket seats, center console engine gauges and special wheel covers. These models came in six-cylinder or V8 engine forms, with the top option being a 300 horsepower.
Chevy’s big break in 1967 was the introduction of Camaro, but Malibu offered a “more traditional sort of sportiness.” Models included the SS convertible and 2-door hardtop. The manual-shift feature on its “Turbo Hydra-Matic Transmission” was touted in advertising.
Inside, Malibu’s dash and instrument panel was perfection of 1960′s car design. It’s circular gauges would give way to rectangular speedometers in years to come, and as always with Chevy much of their interior components were shared with Chevelle and other models of the late 1960′s. But 67′s Malibu stands out as a pure classic in out hearts.
This is my dream car… one day I will post a picture of my own
Same here, I love the 67 Malibu!!