The legendary Chevelle is the ultimate in classic Chevrolet muscle. The epic Camaro is the ultimate in modern Chevrolet muscle. If you combine the ultimate in classic Chevrolet muscle with the ultimate in modern Chevrolet muscle, you’ll get an exclusive ride like this impressive 1972 Malibu resto-mod! Crossing the block at Mecum’s Florida Summer Special 2025, this truly one-of-a-kind bowtie fuses effortless performance with timeless swagger!

The car’s radical transformation from old-school cool to new-wave wicked is a direct result of a detailed rotisserie restoration. Under the hood, the retro small-block was tossed in favor of a brawny LS3, which works well with a smooth automatic transmission that was likely sourced from the same 2012 Camaro. That gearbox funnels power to a familiar 10-bolt axle, which rides between powder-coated Massive Speed System control arms, Aldan American shocks, and a powder-coated Massive Speed System sway bar. Up front, a second powder-coated Massive Speed System sway bar spans a full set of tubular control arms and two more Aldan American shocks. Stops come courtesy of green Brembo calipers, which clamp drilled and vented rotors with the help of a Wilwood master cylinder. A glorious LS soundtrack is provided by aftermarket headers, which feed either electronic cutouts or large-diameter pipes finished with an X-shaped crossover and welded turbo mufflers.

If this Chevy’s performance isn’t enough to snap your head back, the car’s aggressive style will certainly turn your head! Brilliant orange paint coats sculpted Chevelle sheetmetal that’s tastefully augmented with fifth-generation Camaro styling elements. First and foremost, a custom Camaro ZL1 fascia mimics a ‘72 Chevelle bumper under sinister halos and a familiar Chevelle grille infused with Camaro ZL1 crossbars. A buff cowl induction hood frames a seamless Camaro ZL1 insert in front of blacked-out stainless and a fresh vinyl top. Fifth-generation Camaro mirrors reflect custom airbrushed stripes above body-matched door handles, custom wheel lips, and Camaro ZL1 rockers. A dark-tint greenhouse looks great in front of a carbon fiber deck stripe, which flows to a body-matched bumper and LED taillights. And updated badging joins aggressive, 20-inch wheels to round out the car’s visual sizzle.

Behind the doors, modern Camaro buckets center color-keyed tufts between ornate side panels and clean charcoal carpet that’s protected by Super Sport-themed floor mats. A modern Camaro console frames an aftermarket CD player under pushbutton ignition and controls for modern air conditioning. In front of the driver, a modern Camaro steering wheel laps a full suite of updated telemetry.

This 1972 Malibu resto-mod strikes a clean balance between vintage muscle and modern performance. With its LS3 powerplant, Camaro-inspired styling, and upgraded suspension and braking, the car brings together the best of both worlds in a way that feels natural, not over-the-top. It’s a fresh take on a classic Chevy that’s sure to catch attention, both on the road and at the auction.