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1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Current Bid: Sold After:
Withheld
Ended:
Starts In:
May 5, 2026 11:30 PDT
Location:
Riverside, CA CA
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Model: Chevelle
Type: Coupe
Seller Type: Private
Build Sheet
  • VIN: 136378Z152004
  • 350ci Small Block V8
  • TH350 3 Speed Automatic
  • Aluminum radiator with dual electric fans
  • New steering linkage and bushings
  • Front disc brakes
  • BMR lowering springs
  • Procar by SCAT front seats
  • Inteletronics gauges
  • Forever Sharp steering wheel
  • Magnaflow mufflers
  • New black exterior paint
  • New floor pan
Chris Esparza
Wrench Report

By Chris Esparza

RestoMods Head Mechanic. 20 year classic car mechanic & builder.

This '68 Malibu is a great example of an entry-level restomod that focuses on getting the look and the comfort right for a weekend cruiser. Moving away from the original 307 and 3-speed manual for a 350ci small block and a TH350 automatic makes this a much more user-friendly driver, and you have to appreciate the brand-new floor pan and that 2 year old black paint job. The interior is really where this car shines as a driver, with those upgraded Procar seats and a center console with cupholders; that make a huge difference if you're actually out on the road. On the mechanical side, it's good to see modern cooling with the dual electric fans and new steering linkage, and though the front disc brakes look like an older conversion, that's still going to be leagues better than old drum brakes up front. The JEGS wheels and BMR lowering springs give it a killer stance and some added handling, but keep in mind this is not an extreme pro-tourer to go carving corners in. Think of it as a fantastic canvas for that extreme build if you have the extra resources, or just enjoy this solid, rust free A-body simply as-is.

Description

This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu is a freshly modified example with a 350ci Chevy small block V8, a 350 automatic transmission, and some performance upgrades. Originally a 307ci small block 3-speed manual car, this Chevelle has gone through recent restoration work that included a black paint job that was completed in 2024, installation of a new floor pan and a new interior that was completed around February of this year. This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is now being offered by a private seller with a clean California title.

The seller notes that the exterior had a repaint to black in 2024, and most of the exterior trim was replaced.

The vehicle now has new JEGS 18" wheels wrapped in Lexani performance tires. Also equipped are LED headlights.

The 350ci engine features a replacement aftermarket air cleaner, aftermarket aluminum valve covers, with cooling provided by an aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. The car also has a new steering linkage and bushings.

The car's suspension has been upgraded with new BMR front and rear lowering springs, and braking has been upgraded with an older front disc brake conversion. Also under the vehicle is a stainless exhaust with Magnaflow mufflers, and turn-down style tips.

In addition to the new floor pan, the interior features new Procar by SCAT front seats, new rear bench seat, center console with cupholders, new Inteletronics gauge cluster, and a Forever Sharp steering wheel. The seller also notes that the interior has a new carpet, new headliner, new door panels, new window cranks and new door openers. The vehicle is located in Riverside, CA.

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Highest Bid
$33,500
  • Highest Bidder
    Lyneal
  • Total Bids
    14 Bids
  • Total Views
    4887 Views
  • Total Saves
    30 Saves
Final Sale Price
$33,500
SOLD
Sold After Price
WITHHELD
SOLD AFTER
Buyer
Lyneal
Highest Bid
$33,500
Reserve Not Met
Comments & Bids
vayalajr81 • May 5, 12:59 pm PDT

What’s the reserve I’m retired military and eager to buy

909chevelle Seller May 5, 1:37 pm PDT
Send me an email [email protected] or dm through instagram 909chevelle
MikeZeke • May 5, 11:45 am PDT

Oops, missed out on this one :-)

909chevelle Seller May 5, 11:51 am PDT
Mike send me a
909chevelle Seller May 5, 11:52 am PDT
Send me a message through Instagram @909chevelle
Lyneal Bidder • May 5, 11:38 am PDT

I apoligize for the late bid as i was in meetings all morning and stepped out just to place the bid. I guess we didnt hit the reserve though.

909chevelle Seller May 5, 11:45 am PDT
I’ll have the team get us into contact
Lyneal May 5, 11:57 am PDT
Sounds good!
909chevelle Seller May 5, 1:37 pm PDT
You can email me too [email protected]
Lyneal • May 5, 11:26 am PDT May 5, 11:26 am PDT
vayalajr81 • May 5, 11:06 am PDT

Is there a minimum reserve

joeshmo Staff May 5, 11:13 am PDT
@vayalajr81 There is a reserve on this auction, but getting real close! @909chevelle has the power to pull the reserve if they want.
BrianKatz Bidder • May 5, 10:45 am PDT

Is there a Warranty, or cooling off period?

909chevelle Seller May 5, 10:51 am PDT
lol Brian this isn’t a dealership 😂
novanotch • May 5, 10:43 am PDT May 5, 10:43 am PDT
vayalajr81 • May 5, 10:30 am PDT

Does this have a reserve on it

VremacsRmods • May 5, 6:07 am PDT

Looks like a great build.

909chevelle Seller May 5, 10:50 am PDT
Yeah it’s a clean solid build
Egeeezy808 • May 4, 9:33 pm PDT May 4, 9:33 pm PDT
Grandmastandy • May 4, 1:41 pm PDT May 4, 1:41 pm PDT
novanotch • May 3, 8:52 pm PDT May 3, 8:52 pm PDT
Egeeezy808 • May 2, 9:20 pm PDT May 2, 9:20 pm PDT
909chevelle Seller • May 2, 9:04 pm PDT

All new interior/ all new LED lights all around/ new wheels and tires / new suspension and steering components

Dutch1966 • May 1, 2:26 pm PDT May 1, 2:26 pm PDT
MikeZeke • Apr 30, 9:47 am PDT

How would you rate the paint

909chevelle Seller Apr 30, 6:49 pm PDT
Hey Mike, I’m the owner. I’d rate it 9 out of 10. Has minor scratches and imperfections. Body and metal work is rate 10 out of 10
909chevelle Seller May 2, 9:03 pm PDT
You can send me a DM on Instagram- 909chevelle and I can give you any detail pics you’d like
Grandmastandy • Apr 30, 6:44 am PDT Apr 30, 6:44 am PDT
Egeeezy808 • Apr 29, 10:00 am PDT Apr 29, 10:00 am PDT
BrianKatz • Apr 28, 6:57 pm PDT Apr 28, 6:57 pm PDT
All4Speed • Apr 28, 6:34 pm PDT Apr 28, 6:34 pm PDT
909chevelle Seller • Apr 28, 4:36 pm PDT

Real solid car. Drive it cross country with NO issues

Andrewb88 • Apr 28, 3:45 pm PDT Apr 28, 3:45 pm PDT
BrianKatz • Apr 28, 3:26 pm PDT Apr 28, 3:26 pm PDT
restochris • Apr 28, 7:43 am PDT Apr 28, 7:43 am PDT

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Build Sheet
  • VIN: 136378Z152004
  • 350ci Small Block V8
  • TH350 3 Speed Automatic
  • Aluminum radiator with dual electric fans
  • New steering linkage and bushings
  • Front disc brakes
  • BMR lowering springs
  • Procar by SCAT front seats
  • Inteletronics gauges
  • Forever Sharp steering wheel
  • Magnaflow mufflers
  • New black exterior paint
  • New floor pan
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