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1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic Estate Wagon - 2 seat

The 1975 Chevelle Malibu Classic Estate Wagon - 2 seat was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $4748. 127,611 produced.
1G35H5D445273
350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Engine
Estate Wagon - 2 seat
Body
Doraville, GA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1975 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code 1 Chevrolet
Model Code G35 Chevelle Malibu Classic
Engine Code H 350 cu.in. V8 145 HP (H)
Year Code 5 1975
Plant Code D Doraville, GA
Serial Number 445273 Unit #445273

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle Malibu Classic
Year1975
Body StyleEstate Wagon - 2 seat
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 PlantDoraville, GA
Plant CodeD
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
Weight4301
Wheelbase116
Length215.2
Front Tread61.5
Height55.7
Width76.6
Rear Tread60.7

Drivetrain

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

Suspension

Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeHR78 x 15B

Brakes

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

Fuel & Electrical

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

Equipment

EquipmentRadio, 454 cu. in. V8 engine, Air conditioning, Power seats, Power windows, 400 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$4748.00

Body

Doors4
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.