We know the Malibu became its own model in 1978, but where did it begin? The Chevelle Malibu was a step up from the base model Chevelle 300 and offered more options. From 1964-'77 the Chevelle Malibu could be found in Sport Coupe, Convertible, 4-door sedan, 6-passenger, and 3-seat wagon. Which model would you choose to restore? (more…)
Becoming its own model in 1978, the Chevrolet Malibu began as a trim level of the Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition to the nameplate change, the 1978 Malibu model was over a foot shorter, which cut down the vehicle's weight by several hundred pounds. Another notable change for the new model was the chrome-plated plastic grille with ‘Chevrolet’ block lettering, both available at Original Parts Group. https://youtu.be/lDdrpnphHsQ (more…)
Stay tuned for another OPGI feature on a new episode of, Car Fix. Knowing who to turn to for their GM restoration needs, hosts Bryan Fuller and Jermey Bumpus enlist the help of OPGI for original parts that will bring out the best of their latest project, a 1964 Malibu. (more…)
Original Parts Group has held many car shows here in Seal Beach, California. Our first car show was in 2008, shortly after we expanded our business to this location. Our last show was in 2015, and this year, in discussion with some of his Marketing Team at SEMA, our President Dave Leonard mentioned having not one, but five shows, yes five! OPGI is excited to announce that we will be hosting five brand-specific shows throughout the spring and summer seasons…
The Original Parts Group Inc. (OPGI), 2016 edition of the 1978-88 El Camino, Monte Carlo and Malibu restoration parts catalog is now available. If you own a later model classic Chevelle/El Camino/Malibu, you’ll appreciate and enjoy this new 264-page free catalog containing everything from interior and body parts to engine parts, sheet metal, bright trim and everything else in between. You’ll also find it very useful and informative as every OPGI Restoration Parts Catalog is a comprehensive automotive resource packed…
The Original Parts Group Inc. (OPGI), 2016 edition of the 1964-77 Chevelle & El Camino Restoration Parts Catalog is now available. The early Chevelle/El Camino catalog has always been one of the most popular OPGI catalogs and the 2016 edition now includes over 500 pages containing everything from interior and body parts to engine parts, sheet metal, bright trim and everything else in between. Even if you already have an older OPGI Chevelle and El Camino catalog, you will still…
