AutoHunter Spotlight: 1971 Chevrolet Malibu

Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this one-family-owned 1971 Chevrolet Malibu Sport Coupe. It is powered by a Turbo-Fire 350 V8 and Turbo Hydra-matic three-speed automatic transmission. Features include power steering, rear window defroster, vintage-look AM/FM stereo, and full-length dual exhaust headers. Finished in light green with a dark green vinyl top over a green vinyl and cloth interior, this Malibu comes with original vehicle purchase documentation, build sheet, receipts, and clear title.

The reportedly rust-free body has been refinished in the original color of Cottonwood Green (code 42). Features include rocker and wheel well trim, dual rear-view mirrors, and Dark Green (code G) vinyl top. A walk-around video can be seen below.

A set of 15-inch chrome Cragar S/S wheels is wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.

The cabin is furnished with a Dark Jade (code 730) vinyl and cloth interior. Features include power steering, column-mounted automatic transmission shifter, and vintage-look AM/FM stereo.

The instrument panel consists of a 120-mph speedometer, clock, fuel gauge, and idiot lights. Aftermarket gauges for the voltage, oil pressure, and coolant temperature are mounted under the dashboard. The odometer reads 47,651 miles, but the true mileage on this vehicle is unknown.

Power is provided by a Turbo-Fire 350 two-barrel, which was rated at 245 horsepower. It is backed by a Turbo Hydra-matic three-speed automatic, both of which are numbers-matching according to the selling dealer. Engine bay features include aluminum intake manifold, four-barrel carburetor, aluminum valve covers, chrome air cleaner, and full-length exhaust headers.

This Chevrolet was factory-equipped with an independent front suspension and a solid rear-drive axle. Braking is provided by manual drums. A dual exhaust system exits at the rear.