I purchased my 1965 Chevelle Malibu Super Sport June 2, 1969, just shortly after I graduated from high school.
This was a daily driver of mine until 1978 when I parked the car in the shed. After many years of sitting there, the rust took over the weak spots that Chevrolet had when they built the car.
Just a few years ago we took out the motor and transmission and refurbished it ourselves. For the bodywork I took to a body shop, and they did a complete frame-off restoration. When it was finally ready for me in July 2019 I was able to take it for my 50th class reunion. Since then, my Chevelle and I have gone to many shows, and I’ve driven it at a variety of events for fun.
-David L., Minnesota
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Nice story, David! Congratulations on being able to keep your beloved Chevelle all these years. I wish I still had my favorite car. It was a 1967 GTO. I bought it the Fall of my Junior year of high school and sold it almost exactly 20 years later, during the Fall of 1995. I can hardly believe it’s been longer since I sold it than how long I actually owned it.
And yes, I do kick myself EVERY DAY for letting it go.
Enjoy that treasure and Merry Christmas!!!
Great story. Much respect for keeping your car. Very smart. Many of us weren’t so smart
Wish I still had my 1st car- a 1958 Dodge Custom Royal convertible!