The Kit for the T56 to make the Shifter come out where the Inspection Plate is.

 

What an interesting find. I don't think there could be a more basic stripped down Malibu. This is what makes it so appealing for the swap, a lightweight car with good power. Yes , it's rare, but you can always keep the original parts if there's a concern of originality for it's minor classic appeal. I would build it to look as close as possible as it sits now, down to the hubcaps. I like this car.

 

I am usually all about cutting up a car, but this one seems too nice for that. As others have said, I bet is a collector out there that would enjoy having that car in their collection. I'd try to find it a good home. These cars are not super rare, I am sure you can find another nice example for your swap. Just my opinion. It is your car after all is said and done...Good luck no matter what you choose to do.

Andrew

 

Anyone can keep a car stock, and non-modified... But it takes a Real man to cut one up...
Single turbo LS swap and t56 or even a T-10 4-speed with a 3.08 gear. 15x10's outback with DR's and 15" skinnies up front with stock hubcaps. Then go beat the tar out of it. I expect pictures and video.

 

great find man. congrats

 

def dont cut it up that thing is mint! nice find

 

Cut it. LS & t56 swap. All day long. Its not a ls6 Chevelle...its a v6 malibu!

 

Holy **** batman that thing is grandma fresh lol. Swap it up. Aint going to have 2 cut it up. Just doit rite and keep it clean. Keep the wheels and hub caps on it. Isnt like its a ZL1 camaro....But is wicked clean thats for sure

 

If it had 17,760 miles on it,I would say cut it up and swap it up.I would agree with those who say it's nothing special because of the V6 and no options,but there is something worth preserving in a Chevrolet that harkens back to a place in time with such low mileage and in that condition,I say spare it and find another to build a sleeper out of.I think it would be way more cool to have that car,and beside it a close replica that has a blown LSX motor and T56...

 

Man - If you do the engine swap thing - Please keep the wheels & caps - That thing would be the ultimate sleeper - Again, Great looking car.

LK

 

Leave the outside and inside original. Do the LS swap making it look like the factory put it there. Then let folks scratch their heads in wonder.

 

Leave it alone. Take it to barret Jackson, get $10k+ for it and almost fund an entire project w the $$.
That is a super clean car.

 

How much did you pay for it in the first place. I would see about making money on it and find a different one for a swap.

 

Very nice clean Bu , DO THE SWAP and keep it looking like the gold car !!! built Gen 3 or better power and a six speed. Like the Merv said CUT WHAT ??????

 

holy clean *** car!! my first car was a 79 malibu, love those things!!! im STILL trying to buy that sucker back!

normally when i hear LSx in a 79 malibu...im all for it...but that car i would say is an exception... i think itd be better to park that one and find another one!!!

 

Yeah, this one is a great car - but generally the model is not that collectible.

my vote is LS & T56

 

I love the radio delete - what does it weigh? Maybe 2900?!?!?!?

 

I have my 67 nova tore apart and want to focus on it(427lsx twin 76prec,rossler80,and the kitchen sink) once I have it back together I will figure out the bu's future. Not a fan of a stock car so I will either do something off the normal path of swaps or sell the car. I drove yesterday and I got passed by a kid on a big wheel up hill.

 

Car is gorgeous, I'd have a hard time changing it. But it's your car. If it turns out as nice as the other one I think it would be ok. You should change your user name to malibus4sale. Let us know what you decide.

 

I'm not normally one for cutting up a primo old car like that either but, like stated, v6, no options, idk if I'd cut it up but, throw a engine and tranny, any mods you do make them reversible and enjoy the car.