how many 1981 chevy malibus were made manual shift
I have a 1981 that was original 6 banger 3-speed, I modified into a 350 with four on the floor, just wondering did they make any sticks with a v-8 in that year?
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by Eric L
Oct 28, 2011
355 V8 350 Horses
Saginaw speed Manual with posi rear
Front disc rear drum
Power brakes/ steering
155k original miles
Original black on black with air conditioning
Bucket seats
With 4 on the floor and a 2.5in exhaust its a blast to drive Oct 28, 2011
by Al R
Jul 24, 2010
Like most 78-81 they all have loads of rust.It looked like it could be restored in a short time,but to my surprise next year is more like it.Picked up a 78 for parts and removed every nut & bolt from both. It will a complete rebuild from the ground up also an empty cheque book. I'll update when project is complete.Jul 24, 2010
by Anonymous
Jul 10, 2010
Malibu Classic 1981 , 350 4 BBL. VERY RARE TH-350 Fireball , GM 10.5 , 8 track , 274.019 miles , Ex-Taxi from Tampa FL. , fun to drive , comfy , great size , cost nothing , build for life alm ost impossible to killed. I know what im alking about lol....Jul 10, 2010
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by Eric L
Oct 28, 2011
355 V8 350 Horses
Saginaw speed Manual with posi rear
Front disc rear drum
Power brakes/ steering
155k original miles
Original black on black with air conditioning
Bucket seats
With 4 on the floor and a 2.5in exhaust its a blast to drive Oct 28, 2011
by Al R
Jul 24, 2010
Like most 78-81 they all have loads of rust.It looked like it could be restored in a short time,but to my surprise next year is more like it.Picked up a 78 for parts and removed every nut & bolt from both. It will a complete rebuild from the ground up also an empty cheque book. I'll update when project is complete.Jul 24, 2010
by Anonymous
Jul 10, 2010
Malibu Classic 1981 , 350 4 BBL. VERY RARE TH-350 Fireball , GM 10.5 , 8 track , 274.019 miles , Ex-Taxi from Tampa FL. , fun to drive , comfy , great size , cost nothing , build for life alm ost impossible to killed. I know what im alking about lol....Jul 10, 2010
by Jo S
Jun 10, 2010
all new trailing arms rear controling arms sway bars, all stainless steel bolts, 1 inch lowering springs, drag shocks, for power ill just say the pulley belt goes to crank to alternater and one other spot =) interior is and grocery getter with alittle something extra Jun 10, 2010
by Tim S
Jun 02, 2010
Ithas a 350 waiting for a centrifugal supercharger, is already bored 40 over, freshly painted, chrome oil pan, orange block, black heads, chrome valve covers, mild cam, aluminum edelbrock performer intake, headers. looks great for an old car- two tone blue paint, IROC rims. Interior is ok- Dual radio, Pioneer 12" sub, seats and carpet are blue cloth and in nice condition. It was a blast to drive but right now the engine is out for paint and upgrades while the car is getting repainted. I am thinking of getting some Boyd Coddington or Billet Specialties rims for it-18x7s font, 18x10s or12s back.Jun 02, 2010
by Johnny R
Aug 11, 2009
well the fact it's the last model 2 door and it can take any engine or trany combo U can think of. really adds to it. next engine i'm getting ready to install 455 Buick, and since it's a Buick engine I think I will install some creature comforts the car never had. like air cruise, tilt.Aug 11, 2009
by Yaz D
Aug 04, 2009
10 years ago, It was the most known Malibu in Mansour. It
was fast enough to famous. and known for the huge
accident i had with a Nissan Sunny back in 2001 lol And there
was not any dented places but couple of scratches in the
front of the Malibu. Made of Iron. lolAug 04, 2009
by Jonathan H
Jun 23, 2009
Old and a tank it was a good car for a young person to drive it was safe to drive. had a V-6 in it. it is a fun car to drive horse power is waht is all sboutJun 23, 2009
by Johnny R
Aug 23, 2008
easy to fix, great cornering...interchangeability with other gm cars is a plus. breaking is not the best with the out dated rear drum brakes. but easy to upgrade.and rear frame does have a tendency to crack. but easy to fix. this car in the last 17 years has cost me almost nothing to run. parts last forever and so simple to fix anyone can do it. lots of leg room and head room, lots of truck space. very easy to dive and loves to be pushed.
Aug 23, 2008
by Tim K
Jun 22, 2008
had since high schoolJun 22, 2008
by Jeff M
Jun 17, 2008
its fastJun 17, 2008
by Josh C
Jun 08, 2008
This car is like my soul mate. It was my first car, its been through so many changes and additions and subtractions itll make your head spin. after turning it into a 2 door from a 4 door, its been sitting for a few years... i wanna fix my other vehicles into decent shape, then get back to making this like the drawings, and stick a 327 twin turbo in it :)Jun 08, 2008
by Juan G
May 22, 2008
its a stock 1981 Chevy Malibu Classic, 2 door coupe, been in the family for 27 years, which has been since it came off the lot back in 1981May 22, 2008
by Anonymous
May 02, 2008
I had problems with the carb, it needed to be overhauledMay 02, 2008
by Stewart W
Apr 11, 2008
2dr 267 V8 bench seat colum shift greyApr 11, 2008
by James M
Feb 25, 2008
1981 chevy malibu
350 Z-28 with four barrel carb and none stock cam, eldobrock torker intake manifold
373 osi rear end with performance drive shaft
car is not done yet but will be soonFeb 25, 2008
by Glen M
Jan 19, 2008
This was the worst car I actually owned, bad on gas rotted out and was a money pit.Jan 19, 2008
by Matt T
Dec 08, 2007
The 3-speed stick (on the floor) made the front bench seat kind of useless, but hey, it's a classic!Dec 08, 2007
by Michael B
Nov 21, 2007
I love my malibu!Nov 21, 2007
by Russ G
Nov 03, 2007
i only paid $150 for it and loved driving it Nov 03, 2007
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Blower fuse
anyone have a fuse box diagram for the 1981 malibu. I need to check the fuse for the blower motor?
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1981 malibu 355
Started the car was running fine then all of a sudden it died like someone tirned the key off. Come to find out i was not getting any spark. I replaced the cap and coil and still no spark. So i replaced the ignition control mod. And still have no spark. Hooked up a test light and everything is getting power but no spark. Any help?
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1981 Chevrolet Malibu Pricing
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Audio System
AM/FM radio
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Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
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AM/FM radio
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Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bench · Upholstery: cloth