1965 Chevrolet Malibu

In 1965, the big news for Chevelle fans was not only a 327 with 350hp, but the addition of the limited edition 396, known as the Z-16 package. With just 201 of these pavement pounders produced, 200 were hardtops and one was a convertible. Boasting 375hp the Z-16 package included stouter convertible-type frames, heavier-duty suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars, and faster power-assisted steering. A Muncie 4-speed was optional. A ’65 Chevelle with the 396 had been timed at just 6.7 seconds 0-60MPH and a quarter mile at 15.3 at 97MPH. With 375hp, a 160-mph Speedometer and lots of chrome under the hood the ’65 Chevelle 396 boasted a lot of sport with plenty of power.

 

 

 

1965 Chevrolet Malibu Production Numbers

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Chevelle Malibu Series 35 - Six-Cyl
35	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,299	2,945 lbs	56,400 (rounded off)
35	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,326	2,930 lbs
35	67	2 Dr Convertible - 6P	$2,532	3,025 lbs
35	35	4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,590	3,225 lbs	Note 3
Chevelle Malibu Series 36 - V-8
36	69	4 Dr Sedan - 6P	$2,405	3,080 lbs	95,800 (rounded off)
36	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,431	3,065 lbs
36	67	2 Dr Convertible - 6P	$2,637	3,160 lbs
36	35	4 Dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,695	3,355 lbs	Note 3
Chevelle Malibu SS Series 37 - Six-Cyl
37	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,484	2,980 lbs	8,600 (rounded off)
37	67	2 Dr Convertible - 6P	$2,690	3,075 lbs
Chevelle Malibu SS Series 38 - V-8
38	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,590	3,115 lbs	72,500 (rounded off)
38	67	2 Dr Convertible - 6P	$2,796	3,210 lbs
Chevelle Malibu SS 396 Series 38/Z16 - V-8
38	37	2 Dr Sport Coupe - 6P	$4,091	3,115 lbs	201
38	67	2 Dr Convertible - 6P	$4,297	3,210 lbs

Notes: 384,894 Chevelles were produced 137,200 had 6-cyl and 206,700 had V-8 Wagons Six-Cyl = 13,800 (rounded off) and V-8 = 23,800 (rounded off)

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Chevelle	115 in	196.6 in	74.6 in	58 in	58 in	6.95 x 14
Chevelle Station Wagon	115 in	201.4 in	74.6 in	58 in	58 in	7.35 x 14

1965 Chevrolet Malibu Options & Accessories

Description	Description
Four-Season Air Conditioning	Push-Button Radio & Rear Speaker
Rear Antenna	AM/FM Push-Button Radio
Positraction Rear Axle	Rear Seat Speaker
Rear Axle Ratio	Black Vinyl Roof (coupes & sport coupes)
Heavy-Duty Battery	Front Seat Belt Deletion
Heavy-Duty Body Equipment (Chevelle 300 4 Dr Sedan)	Deluxe Seat Belts w/ Retractors
Special Metal Brake Facings	Divided Second Seat (station wagon)
Front Bumper Guards	Heavy-Duty Rear Shock Absorbers
Rear Bumper Guards	Sport-Styled Steering Wheel
Heavy-Duty Chassis Equipment (Chevelle 300 4 Dr Sedan)	Comfortilt Steering Wheel
Heavy-Duty Clutch	Heavy-Duty Front & Rear Suspension
Comfort & Convenience Package A	Tachometer
Comfort & Convenience Package B	6.95 x 14 Whitewall Tires
Transmission Oil Cooler (Powerglide)	7.35 x 14 Black Sidewall Tires
Rear Window Defroster (sedan & sport coupe)	7.35 x 14 Whitewall Tires
Dual Exhaust	7.75 x 14 Black Sidewall Tires
Temperature Controlled Fan	7.75 x 14 Whitewall Tires
42-amp Delcotron Generator	4-Speed Manual Transmission
55-amp Delcotron Generator	S-Speed Overdrive Manual Transmission
62-amp Delcotron Generator	Powerglide Transmission
Tinted Windows (all glass)	Full Wheel Covers
Tinted Windshield	Simulated Wire Wheel Covers
Heater & Defroster Deletion	Power Steering
Tri-Volume Horn	Power Tailgate Window (station wagon)
Instrument Panel Safety Pad	Power Convertible Top
Luggage Rack (station wagon)	Power Windows
Two-Tone Paint	Heavy-Duty Radiator
Power Brakes	Manual Radio & Antenna
4-Way Power Seat	Push-Button Radio & Antenna

1965 Chevrolet Malibu Engine Options

Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl-- Stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. 8-Cyl-- Stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.

Letter Code	Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Transmission	Carburetor
AA	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AC	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AG	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AH	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AK (t)	6-194	120	177	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
AL	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AN	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
AR	6-194	120	177	Powerglide	1 BC
CA	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
CB	6-230	140	220	3-Speed Manual	1 BC
CC	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
CD	6-230	140	220	Powerglide	1 BC
DA	8-283	195	285	3-Speed Manual	2 BC
DB	8-283	195	285	4-Speed Manual	2 BC
Not Available	8-283	220	295	4-Speed Manual	4 BC
DF	8-283	195	285	Powerglide	2 BC
DG	8-283	220	295	3-Speed Manual	4 BC
DH	8-283	220	295	Powerglide	4 BC
EA	8-327	250	350	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EB	8-327 *	300	360	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EC	8-327 #	350	360	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
ED	8-327	350	360	3 & 4-Speed Manual	4 BC
EE	8-327	250	350	Powerglide	4 BC
EF	8-327 *	300	360	Powerglide	4 BC
IX	8-396	375	415	4-Speed Manual	4 BC

Notes: * High Performance # Special High Performance (t) Taxi

Axle Codes

Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.

Codes - Non-Locking	Codes - Locking	Ratio	Inspection Cover
GB	GC	2.73 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
GD	GE	2.73 (metallic lining	10 Bolt
CX	CD	3.07 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CJ	CK	3.07 (metallic lining	12 Bolt
CA	CE	3.08 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CL	CM	3.08 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
CW	CF	3.31 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CN	CO	3.31 (metallic lining	12 Bolt
CB	CG	3.36 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CP	CQ	3.36 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
	CR	3.70 (std. lining)	10 Bolt
CH	CS	3.70 (metallic lining)	10 Bolt
CC, CV	CI	3.73 (std. lining)	12 Bolt
CT	CU	3.73 (metallic lining	12 Bolt

Manufacturer Identity
B - Buick	C - Chevrolet Buffalo
O - Oldsmobile	K - GM of Canada, St. Catharines
P - Pontiac	M - GM of Canada
G - Chevrolet Gear & Axle