1964 Chevrolet Malibu SS 2-Dr. Sport Coupe
The V8 Malibu SS Sport Coupe gave the new Chevelle genuine performance with small-block power, previewing the muscle-car legacy the SS name would earn.
45837L119687
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Malibu SS
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Model Code | 5837 | Malibu SS |
| Plant Code | L | Los Angeles, CA |
| Serial Number | 119687 | Unit #119687 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu SS
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.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Main Bearings5
Horsepower195@4800
Rated HP48.05
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Displacement283.04
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque285@2400
Dimensions
Production57445
Wheelbase115
Width74.6
Length193.9
Height54
Rear Tread58
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
2nd Gear Ratio1.48
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
Reverse Ratio2.58
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil 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
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
RadiatorTube and center
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power seats, Power steering, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Powerglide automatic transmission, 283 cu. in. V8 engine, Pushbutton Radio, Air conditioning, Power windows
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
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Doors2
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.