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67_SS
Nov 20th, 04, 7:07 PM
I have checked in the search section and I havent had a lot of luck--what numbers classify the car as a SS. Is it in the vin or the trim tag? I bought a 64 today that is (looks like ) aztec gold with a white painted top and saddle interior. It has SS emblems in all the right places.It has bucket seat console interior and guages instead of idiot lights. The vin is 45837K132680--thanks in advance---Danny

L7870_cortez
Nov 20th, 04, 7:30 PM
Hey Danny.
If you go too the, Index For Years, on the front of the Chevelle page look up 64. I checked that number you posted and According too what I read it sounds like a 64 Malibu SS V-8 Coupe. Hope that helps. I also See where That guy in Spingdale would like too find a 64 SS.
MIKE

djw
Nov 20th, 04, 7:37 PM
Alright, Danny.....where and how the heck did you find it?

LeoP
Nov 20th, 04, 8:00 PM
64 thru 68 are decodable by VIN.

Dean
Nov 20th, 04, 8:56 PM
45837K132680

First digit identifies the model year - 1964
Second and third digets identify the body series -58 = Malibu SS - 8 cylinder.
Fourth & fifth digits identify the body style - 37 = 2-door sport coupe
Sixth digit identifies the assembly plant - K = Kansas City, MO Leeds plant
Last six digits represent the basic production numbers, starting number 100001/up.

Catalog of Chevelle, Malibu & El Camino ID Numbers 1964-87 by Cars & Parts magazine.


In the model years 1966 through 1968 all USA built SS cars had an 8 for the third digit of the VIN.

67_SS
Nov 20th, 04, 10:10 PM
Thanks guys !!! This really makes me feel better !! The car needs a lot of work but it is totally a restorable car--needs both quarters repaired and a little floor work--other than that some interior and paint and she will be as good as new.well maybe a motor and tranny will help too graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Danny --it was one of those deals that just slips up on you :D At the right place at the right time.
There is one in springfield I was looking at thats for sale --decent looking car in the pictures--Ill send you the info if you want---Danny