1965 Chevelle KPH dash

The 1965 Malibu SS 396, more commonly known by its RPO code of Z16, was an impressive showcase of engineering ability and sticker shock. The Z16 package included not only a 375hp 396ci engine and beefed up drive train, it included much of the Chevelle option list! RPO Z16 increased the base sticker price by more than half but included a sturdy boxed convertible frame, full-size Chevrolet brakes, a narrowed full-size Chevrolet rear axle, heavy duty suspension components including front and rear sway bars, power steering, power brakes, heavy duty cooling, tachometer, comfort and convenience group, deluxe seat belts with retractors, special 160mph speedometer, simulated wood steering wheel, AM/FM Multiplex Stereo system, heavy duty wheels, gold line tires, simulated mag wheel hub caps and more. The Z16 was a very special version of Chevelle.

The Z16 option was introduced mid-year. This option centered around a new 375hp 396 engine.In addition to the usual SS identification, 396 Turbo-Jet crossflags were added to the front fenders and trunk lid. An SS 396 emblem was mounted on the right side of the dash. Z16 equipped Chevelles got 7.75 x 14" gold stripe Firestone tires mounted on 14" rims with mag style wheel covers. The interior featured a 160 mph speedometer, 6000 rpm tach and accessory clock. An AM /FM stereo radio with four speakers came standard with this option. The Z16 option was priced at $1501.05, which probably accounts for the fact that only 201 such equipped Chevelles were built. (200 coupes and 1 convertible).

Le vendeur sur E-bay a écrit:I have closely inspected the cluster inside and out, and there is a small "Proto Part" ink stamp on the instide of the cluster. Thus, it appears this is a legit 200MPH Cluster that is a prototype part. So if you wish for your car to be the only Z16 in the world with a 200MPH cluster, this is your chance.