1964 Chevrolet Malibu 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The Malibu was the upscale trim level of the new Chevelle line, offering additional comfort and styling features on the debut mid-size platform. This pillarless sport coupe ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
45537B147964
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Baltimore, MD
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Model Code | 5537 | Malibu |
| Plant Code | B | Baltimore, MD |
| Serial Number | 147964 | Unit #147964 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
194 cu.in. I6
Horsepower120 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement194 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower220 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
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
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke9.1 inches
Displacement194.37
Compression8.5
Cylinders6
Horsepower120@4400
Torque177@2400
Rated HP30.46
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production134670
Weight2850
Height54.5
Wheelbase115
Length193.9
Rear Tread58
Width74
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission2
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.94
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size6.50 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling10.5 Quarts, Water pump
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentPower seats, Power brakes, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, 230 cu. in. Inline 6 engine, Pushbutton Radio, Air conditioning, Power steering
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Almond Fawn Metallic, Azure Aqua Metallic, Bahama Green Metallic, Daytona Blue Metallic, Desert Beige, Ember Red, Ermine White, Goldwood, Lagoon Aqua Metallic, Meadow Green Metallic, Palomar Red Metallic #2, Riverside Red, Saddle Tan Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$2365.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 1/4
Body
Doors2
Seating5
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.