Is a Chevrolet Malibu the same as a Chevelle?
Quick Answer
From 1964 to 1972 the Malibu was the top trim of the Chevrolet Chevelle, so a Malibu of those years is a Chevelle. When the Chevelle name was retired after 1977, the Malibu carried the mid-size line on its own, including the popular rear-drive G-body of 1978-1983.
The relationship changed over time.
1964-1972
Malibu was the nicely trimmed Chevelle; a Malibu SS could be ordered with everything up to the 396.
1978-1983
After the Chevelle name was dropped, Malibu became the standalone mid-size, and the light rear-drive G-body coupe and wagon are a drag and restomod favorite.
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1964 Chevrolet Malibu
$19,995
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1978 Chevrolet Malibu
$15,495
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1979 Chevrolet Malibu
$15,495
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1968 Chevrolet Malibu
$45,995
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1979 Chevrolet Malibu
$7,995
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1967 Chevrolet Malibu
$5,495