1978 Chevrolet Malibu Estate Stationwagon 30,146 Actual Miles on 2040-cars
Sioux City, Iowa, United States
Body Type:Estate station wagon
Engine:V-6
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:owner
Interior Color: Tan
Make: Chevrolet
Number of Cylinders: 6
Model: Malibu
Trim: Classic Estate Wagon 4-Door
Drive Type: 2 wheel drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 30,146
Exterior Color: White
This 1978 Chevrolet Malibu Estate wagon was purchased from the original owner who was the proverbial little old lady. This classy gal took great care of the car making sure not to drive during the winter months and keeping the seats and carpets covered.
The car currently has 30,146 original miles and is rust free. The white color really shows off the wood grain which is in excellent condition, The tan vinyl interior has 2 seats. When the 2nd seat is up the cargo area has a designed to fit carpet. The second seat can be lowered to provide lots of space. The carpet is in excellent condition as well as the dash and door panels. I did put in a new headliner so the interior is spic 'n span. The car has ice cold factory air conditioning, factory tachometer and gauges, tilt, electric rear window with defogger.
Car has power steering, power disc brakes,tinted windows, luggage rack and rear window dust wing. The car has a v-6 motor and automatic transmission.
Currently the car has 17 x 7 Torq Thrust wheels on front with 17 x 8 on the back. Front rims have 235/45ZR17 Toyo tires and 275/40ZR17 Toyo tires on the rear. Wheels were aligned when these were put on. The original spare has never been on the ground. In fact, it probably still has the 1978 air!!!
Since the car was purchased from the original owner, I have the original window sticker and build sheet. I also have the original bill of sale, copy of the first title, original rust proofing guarantee,owners manual,and other original documentation. Also have all plates that were on the car since it was licensed. Yes we are lucky this little gal saved everything!!!!!!!
The wagon was purchased from the original owner by my son. When my son left for Florida, he gave the wagon to me. I now have the restoration of my 1967 Chevelle
Super Sport done so have less time to drive the little wagon.
Buyer will be responsible for picking up car after payment has been made. Selling in the continental US only. I reserve the right to discontinue this auction at any time.
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