1965 Chevelle build

[steveZL]

I like the door handles-whose are they? after going through your thread on your build, my 64 F-85 Pro-touring build and your Chevelle have a lot in common.

Thanks... the door handles and window cranks are from the Ringbrothers.
Nice F85!

[steveZL]

What an awesome build. Hoping my 66 Buick Special can look that good!

Beautiful build. I have a real soft spot for 64-64 Malibu's my mom and dad bought a new silver blue SS in 65.

My white 65 has the identical factory blue interior as yours. It looks REALLY nice! Great job on that.

Thanks guys!



Todd... my car was originally white with blue interior. A couple owners ago it was painted blue but the interior was still orig when i bought it. I like the factory two tone interiors so when i made the custom seats i wanted to have that look

[wyattroa]

Gotta say I love the cup holders

[Bygblok]

Thanks guys!

Todd... my car was originally white with blue interior. A couple owners ago it was painted blue but the interior was still orig when i bought it. I like the factory two tone interiors so when i made the custom seats i wanted to have that look

My Buick is blue inside as well and it’s a huge departure from the blacks or reds you always see. Looking to do a dark grey maybe two-toned to go with the blue. Awesome build and so functional!

[steveZL]

My Buick is blue inside as well and it’s a huge departure from the blacks or reds you always see. Looking to do a dark grey maybe two-toned to go with the blue. Awesome build and so functional!

Thanks! I agree, i like the blue interior but it was too much blue so thats why i added the dark gray and black.

[WildCherry66]

Thanks guys!

The carpet is custom made... i bought a roll of squareweave carpet and black leather for the binding from Josh at Relicate Leather... He also supplied the alcantara that we used on the seats, shifter boot and armrests.

Interior is amazing. Did the TMI seat covers just get redone with the Alcantara or are they all new seat covers on TMI seats? How do you like the seats? Sufficient bolster for holding in the corners? What do you have for belts?

[steveZL]

Interior is amazing. Did the TMI seat covers just get redone with the Alcantara or are they all new seat covers on TMI seats? How do you like the seats? Sufficient bolster for holding in the corners? What do you have for belts?

Thanks! They are TMI pro classic buckets and i had them custom make them with the alcantara inserts.
I like them, decent bolster support and comfortable. I just have lap belts for now but need to install 3-point belts. I need to find a belt setup that will work

[Motown 454]

They look great in there.

[steveZL]

They look great in there.

Thanks Wayne!

[steveZL]

Less than a week ago i didnt think there would be snow on the ground today! Glad i took the Chevelle for a quick ride.

[tommycomfort]

Sure is beautiful Steve!

[Cheveezy]

Looks great! Did you ever figure out a 3 point belt setup?

[Motown 454]

It looks great Steve, glad you got to enjoy it.

[ed1le]

Its been a while since the last project update... 6speed Tremec upgrade is completed, new interior is in and the Chevelle is burning gas!
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Awesome build. Makes me weep that I sold my '65 years ago before finishing (was young & dumb!). I love the little touches, especially the shifter and built in cup holders. May have to borrow the cup holder idea for my Skylark. Thanks for posting pics and info on the Tinman tunnel as well. Looks like a simple solution I may use as well.

[steveZL]

Its been a couple years since I’ve posted an update. Hope everyone is doing well and working in their rides!

No major changes but finally switched over to Holley Sniper EFI with the Hyperspark ignition system. Running great and no more finicky starting!

Got a few more things on my to-do list.

Steve

[Cheveezy]

Looks great! Did you end up finding a 3 point belt setup that would work?

[steveZL]

Thanks! 3pt belts are on my list for this year. Considering a harness bar but want to keep back seat access for the kids.

Looking for ideas??

[Cheveezy]

Thanks! 3pt belts are on my list for this year. Considering a harness bar but want to keep back seat access for the kids.

Looking for ideas??

I'm in the same boat on my 65, I want 3 point belts without having to do a harness bar.

[1965_SS]

Looks great Steve! Glad we follow each other on Instagram to get current updates

[steveZL]

Looks great Steve! Glad we follow each other on Instagram to get current updates

Thanks Todd! It is nice to keep up to date on IG 👍🏻