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1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Coupe

The 1975 Chevelle Malibu Classic Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $3698. 3,844 produced.
1D37H51413711
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Engine
Coupe
Body
Oshawa, Ontario, CAN
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code 1 Chevrolet
Model Code D37 Chevelle Malibu Classic
Engine Code H 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Year Code 5 1975
Plant Code 1 Oshawa, Ontario, CAN
Serial Number 413711 Unit #413711

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle Malibu Classic
Year1975
Body StyleCoupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

Engine350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower145 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-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

Production127611
Weight3801
Length205.3
Width76.6
Front Tread61.5
Height53.1
Wheelbase116
Rear Tread60.7

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio2.73
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Reverse Ratio2.95
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.85
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Gears3

Suspension

Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeGR78 x 15B

Brakes

Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting

Fuel & Electrical

Fuel Capacity22
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 17 Quarts
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeUnleaded
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center

Equipment

EquipmentAir conditioning, 400 cu. in. V8 engine, Radio, Power seats, Power windows, 454 cu. in. V8 engine

Colors

Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Black, Bright Blue Metallic, BrightYellow, Bronze Metallic, Burgundy Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark. Brown Metallic, Dark. Green Metallic, Dark. Red Metallic, Dark. Sandstone Metallic, Light Gray, Light Green Metallic, Light Red, Light Saddle Metallic, Medium Blue, Medium Gray Metallic, Medium Green, Medium Orange Metallic, Medium Red, Midnight Blue Metallic, Orange Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Blue Metallic, Silver Metallic

Pricing

MSRP$3596.00

Body

Doors2
Seating6

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.