Who built the first muscle car? Pontiac dropped the 389 cid V8 from its full-sized lineup into the mid-sized Tempest to create the GTO in 1964. However, Chevrolet introduced a Super Sport package on its (full-sized) Impala three years earlier, in 1961. By the time this 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Super Sport came along, “SS” was well-known in North America’s hot car culture. Called “Super Sport 396” in America, the Super Sport package could accompany any powerplant for buyers north of the border. This highly-original Malibu in Arlington, Texas retains its numbers-matching 283 cid V8, transmission, and more. The metal is mostly solid and rust-free, and the listing here on eBay includes more pictures and details. The first one to click Buy It Now closes the deal for $13,500, or click Make Offer to test a smaller number.
The 195 HP Turbo-Fire 283 cid (4.6L) V8 with a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission may not fry the tires at your local drag strip, but the venerable small block will be perfect for weekend cruising. The new owner can rehearse their explanation of the Canadian Super Sport’s engine options for the thousands of folks who think only poseurs pop the hood on a ’66 Super Sport to reveal a 283.
My freshman roommate’s girlfriend had a 396-powered ’67 Malibu Super Sport, and I’ve always had a soft spot for this generation Malibu. Evidence of rust and body filler are no surprise for a Canadian classic, but we see worse every day.
While the original ivory vinyl Strato-Bucket seats have flown the coupe, floorboards on this Regal Red Malibu look solid, and the two-tone interior will look fabulous when restored. It’s not every day you find a classic car in Texas that left the factory with an engine block heater, but the seller documents this detail and more. Would you restore this interesting Canadian small-block SS?
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