1964 Chevrolet Malibu SS 2-Dr. Convertible
The V8 Malibu SS convertible combined Super Sport trim, small-block power, and open-air motoring on the debut Chevelle platform.
45867B122624
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Baltimore, MD
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 | 5867 | Malibu SS |
| Plant Code | B | Baltimore, MD |
| Serial Number | 122624 | Unit #122624 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu SS
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
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
Displacement283.04
Main Bearings5
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Rated HP48.05
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Torque285@2400
Horsepower195@4800
Dimensions
Production9640
Length193.9
Wheelbase115
Width74.6
Height54
Rear Tread58
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
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
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTube and center
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
Equipment
Equipment283 cu. in. V8 engine, Power seats, Power steering, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Pushbutton Radio, Power brakes, 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.