1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible
The 1972 Chevelle Malibu Convertible was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $3187. 281,700 produced.
1D67H2K646068
350 cu.in. V8 165 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Leeds (Kansas City), MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | D67 | Chevelle Malibu |
| Engine Code | H | 350 cu.in. V8 165 HP @ 4000 RPM (H) |
| Year Code | 2 | 1972 |
| Plant Code | K | Leeds (Kansas City), MO |
| Serial Number | 646068 | Unit #646068 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle Malibu
Year1972
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine350 cu.in. V8 165 HP @ 4000 RPM (H)
Cylinders8
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Horsepower165 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantLeeds (Kansas City), MO
Plant CodeK
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
About This Decode
This VIN decodes to a Chevelle Malibu series — not a Super Sport (SS). The SS used a distinct series code, so SS is not implied by this VIN; any SS-level engines listed were options available across the Chevelle line.
Specifications
Dimensions
Production281700
Weight3380
Front Tread60
Wheelbase116
Width75.4
Length197.5
Rear Tread59.9
Height52.7
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.85
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.95
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Drum Size9.5
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity16
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 15 Quarts
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
RadiatorTube and center
Equipment
Equipment350 cu. in. V8 engine, Speed control device, Front disc rear drum brakes, 400 cu. in. V8 engine, Power steering, Powerglide automatic transmission, 454 cu. in. V8 engine, Air conditioning, Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAegean Brown Metallic, All colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Ascot Blue Metallic, Bamboo, Bryar Blue Metallic, Classic White, Covert Tan, Cranberry Red, Cream Yellow, Desert Gold Metallic, Driftwood, Dusk Gray Metallic, Elkhart Green Metallic, Fathom Blue Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Gulf Green Metallic, Mediterranean Blue, Midnight Bronze Metallic, Mille Miglia Red, Mojave Gold Metallic, Mulsanne Blue Metallic, Oasis Green Metallic, Ontario Orange, Orange Flame Metallic, Pewter Silver Metallic, Placer Gold Metallic, Sequoia Green Metallic, Spring Green Metallic, Steel Cities Gray, Sunflower Yellow, Targa Blue Metallic, Turin Tan, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, War Bonnet Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$3187.00
Body
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.