Reproduction Parts for 1916-1964 Chevrolet Passenger Cars & 1918-1987 Chevrolet & GMC Trucks


Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Rate Thread
#435114 12/01/19 12:43 PM
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
olsarge Offline OP
Backyard Mechanic
OP Offline
Backyard Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
Alright guys, at 16 years old my brother taught me to drive a 4-speed on his new '64 Malibu SS. Well fast forward 54 years. I've found one I'd very much like to buy. I need someone to help me decipher the cowl tag. I'm getting this from a photo so it may not be exactly right. Any help would be appreciated.

STYLE: 64-5867
BODY: EP 1580
TRIM: 714-1
PAINT: 948 A
ACC: E 2LS 3C 57

Thanks

Attached Images
s-l400.jpg
Last edited by olsarge; 12/01/19 04:04 PM. Reason: Corrections

See the USA in Your Chevrolet

1932 5-Window Coupe
1935 Sedan (streetrod)
1955 Apache
1955 Nomad
Two 1956 Nomads
1959 Apache
1964 Malibu SS Convertible
2012 Corvette Grand Sport


James
Wilwood Engineering1955-1957

Willwood Engineering

Wilwood Engineering designs and manufactures high-performance disc brake systems.
Wilwood Engineering, Inc. - 4700 Calle Bolero - Camarillo, CA 93012 - (805) 388-1188


olsarge #435131 12/01/19 04:02 PM
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
olsarge Offline OP
Backyard Mechanic
OP Offline
Backyard Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
Well, I've done a little research and made some changes based on what I learned. I found www.chevellestuff.net. They have lots of information.
STYLE: 64-5867=1964 Chevelle SS convertible
I don't know what the BODY EP 1580 is yet
TRIM: 714=black imitation leather buckets; 1=white convertible top
PAINT: 948=Palomar Red (maroon) - don't know what the "A" is for
ACC: the accessories are broken into 5 groups
Group 1 - E=tinted glass; Group 2 - L=4-speed S=rear antenna; Group 3 - C=padded dash; Group 4 (n/a) Group 5 - can't find a code 7.


See the USA in Your Chevrolet

1932 5-Window Coupe
1935 Sedan (streetrod)
1955 Apache
1955 Nomad
Two 1956 Nomads
1959 Apache
1964 Malibu SS Convertible
2012 Corvette Grand Sport


James
olsarge #435198 12/03/19 09:44 AM
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
olsarge Offline OP
Backyard Mechanic
OP Offline
Backyard Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
Seems like no one here is interested in this but me. Or maybe everyone but me already knew all this. Either way here's some more. "EP" indicates the body was assembled at Euclid Ohio (#1580) and shipped to Atlanta ("A") for final assembly. There is no "7" for group 5 accessories so that's probably a misread of the photo I'm looking at.

Attached Images
1964-chevelle-malibu-ss-327-350-hp-4-spd-convertible-true-v8-ss-bottom-pics-5.jpg

See the USA in Your Chevrolet

1932 5-Window Coupe
1935 Sedan (streetrod)
1955 Apache
1955 Nomad
Two 1956 Nomads
1959 Apache
1964 Malibu SS Convertible
2012 Corvette Grand Sport


James
olsarge #435209 12/03/19 12:24 PM
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 4,021
Likes: 99
ChatMaster - 4,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 4,000
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 4,021
Likes: 99
Hi James,

Last year I spent quite a bit of time deciphering cowl tags on various models of 60's GM cars. What I learned is that there is no definitive source for cowl tag format and content for any given brand or model.

Even for the same year, make, and model the layout of the tag will vary from plant to plant. With respect to content, I was typically only to decipher about 90%. It seemed like no matter what internet source I used I could never completely determine the full content.

One suggestion is to contact the GM Heritage Center of the library at AACA where they also house a large collection of information donated by VCCA members.

Sorry that I am not able to add clarity to your information.


Rusty

VCCA #44680
olsarge #435212 12/03/19 12:49 PM
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
olsarge Offline OP
Backyard Mechanic
OP Offline
Backyard Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 394
Thanks Rusty. I discovered the same thing. Each plant had their own unique way of listing the information. I find it a very interesting endeavor - another way of enjoying antique cars - working on them, driving them and learning about them - a pretty good way to kill a couple of hours instead of watch TV.


See the USA in Your Chevrolet

1932 5-Window Coupe
1935 Sedan (streetrod)
1955 Apache
1955 Nomad
Two 1956 Nomads
1959 Apache
1964 Malibu SS Convertible
2012 Corvette Grand Sport


James

Link Copied to Clipboard
Support The VCCA!

Enjoy the forum? Become a VCCA member! The World's Best Chevrolet and GMC Club!


Member Photos
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
by DreamChevy, February 17
My 1933 Chevy 2 Dr. Sedan
My 1933 Chevy 2 Dr. Sedan
by 1939Chevy1, November 24
Back on the road 79 years later
2 1927 Chevrolet Trucks
2 1927 Chevrolet Trucks
by 1927TRUCKS, June 7
Who's Online Now
4 members (Keith Knox, Tiny, THH, cufrcp), 86 guests, and 46 robots.
Key: Admin, Global Mod, Mod
Newest Members
NeilA, Jayhicks, Tomvanhouten, Dads29Chevy, Tractorman
18,308 Registered Users
Today's Birthdays
aristech, RalphL, tonysk
Forum Statistics
Forums58
Topics59,071
Posts429,066
Members18,308
Most Online1,133
Jan 22nd, 2020
 

Notice: Any comments posted herein do not necessarily reflect the official position of the VCCA.

Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5