1978 Chevrolet Malibu 2-Door Coupe
The 1978 (downsized) Chevrolet Malibu coupe (1AT27).
Confidence
95%
1T27M8D491036
200 cu.in. V6 95 HP (M)
Engine
2-Door Coupe
Body
Doraville, GA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
Source: GM Passenger VIN System cards; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1978 Chevrolet Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | T27 | Malibu |
| Engine Code | M | 200 cu.in. V6 95 HP (M) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | D | Doraville, GA |
| Serial Number | 491036 | Unit #491036 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine200 cu.in. V6 95 HP (M)
Cylinders6
Displacement200 cu.in. CID
Horsepower95 HP
ConfigurationV6
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantDoraville, GA
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceGM
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.