1976 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic from North America - Comments

It is very nice seeing that I'm not the only one that loves my 1976 Malibu. I have a 1976 Chevrolet Malibu 2 door coupe. It has a 350 cu in, Holley carburetor, dual exhaust.

The only thing I don't like about it is the interior color.

The car is black on the outside. Any suggestions on the color?

Nice to see the Malibu getting the respect it deserves. Still looking for the door moldings and rear window interior moldings. Mine are starting to crack. The main reason I bought it was b/c of the dual exhausts. The car was restored pretty nicely when I bought it. Think I paid $3,000 for it. I get a lot of offers for it, but I can't part with it. I also have a 1975 Chevy Monza 2+2 with a V8 which I also get a lot of offers for, but again, it's my baby and I can't part with it.

My email addy is: pyramidres@yahoo.com if you can help point me in the right direction as far as catalogs or other website I'd really appreciate it. Thanks. ~carol~

I own a 76 Malibu that came with a 2 barrel 350/350 combo. The thing I like the most is the fact it's a 4 door. Not many people like 4 doors, but I find them to be more enjoyable. It's black with light blue interior, and recently got a fresh 350 motor and a rebuilt turbo 350. The new rearend is getting finished as we speak, but the only thing I am having trouble with is finding new seats. The front passenger seat is gone, wasn't there when I picked it up. Does anyone know where I can find a reproduction, or some junkyard suggestions?

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I been the proud owner of 1976 malibu classic for about 5 years and it's the best car I owned, it has 350 with a 650 edelbrock 4 barrel, the car is sweet and I haven't had to touch the exterior at all, but I did replace the interior in it.I've got a lot offers on her but I can't sell my baby!!

I am the proud owner of a 1976 Malibu Classic Coupe that's painted Blue Metallic. First off, I love the car. It has the original 305 and 350 tranny. Some upgrades have been headers, dual exhaust, and air suspension in the back. My biggest problem is the LACK OF replacement parts for this car. Once upon a time, 1999, I owned a 69 Firebird and had the same problems finding replacement parts for that. I sold it in 2001, and a few years later, there were replacement parts for EVERYTHING coming into the market.. needless to say I started doubting myself. The same problem exists right now with the 73-77 malibu's.. the lack of reproduction parts.

It's a funny thing how those 1970-1980 models that were generally criticised as shadows of their own selves (this being true especially in the muscle-cars which lost their power output and looks due to the increasing pollution control and safety demands) are starting to gain respect. One of the best examples is the second generation Chevelle/Malibu which seems a bit bulky compared to the 1960'ies models but has a beautiful curved fuselage and characterful looks if compared to the boxy models of the 80'ies or the bland 90'ies models.

I personally consider the four-door model also very beautiful and it may be one of the most beautiful four-doors of the 70'ies as the lines are smooth and fit well in the cars overall style.

I think that one of the main reasons of the 70'ies models gaining respect is that nowadays the early emission strangled engines can be, with the aid of modern technology, built to produce high amounts of power without compromising the early emission legislation, redeeming the lack of performance. The only thing anymore stopping these vehicles to become famous and respected is getting used to the loggy safety bumbers... :-D.

All you folks who are trying to rebuild a 73-77 chevelle. We finally have several suppliers who are making replacement parts.

I have been able to locate nearly any piece except for the chrome 1/4 glass trim. I think I'll try to figure out how to make them out of aluminumor stainless.

Anyhow, check underder 73-77 chevelles parts. I think you'll be very surprized to see whats happening as far as New parts for our era chevelles. jerry H.