[ctuzzolino]

Is there anyone else out there that feels the back end of the Malibu 08/09 is much higher than the front which looks out of porportion? I am considering shoping for a custom hood that may include a slight hood scope something similiar to the Mustang GT500 if there is something like that out there. In addition I am thinking about adding a body kit to lengthen the front, back, and side skirts of my Malibu LTZ 2008. I obviously am considering all of this to make the vehicle look a bit more sporty. Razzi seems to have the only kit on the market and I concur with some of the members that the kit looks pieced on. I am interested in something much more smoother and flush. Anyone know of any other body kits/hoods?

 

[Malo83]

I wouldn't change a thing on my LTZ my only mods are window tint, chrome pillar covers, only thing left for me is a new set of rims and still looking for a nice spoiler lip for the trunk lid, nothing out there yet that I like

 

[Wisconsin Proud]

Hood scoops?

Leave well enough alone. I dont see this as a car that needs any body package.

And for God sakes, no red "R" logos please!!

 

[beach]

Hood scoops?

Leave well enough alone. I dont see this as a car that needs any body package.

And for God sakes, no red "R" logos please!!

Thank you. No more words needed

 

[ctuzzolino]

The car does look great as is and I can understand why one would leave it the way it is. However, I like adding mods wherever it makes sense for some and right now, I am just brainstorming to make the Malibu appear more sporty. I attached a mock up of the Malibu with a hood similar to the Mustang Supersnake. I think this hood would complement the grille nicely. What do you think? I did this in photo shop and ran out of time trying to smooth the lines and glears so please excuse.

 

[Malo83]

Tooooo much GRILL !!! sorry but that's too many grill openings on the front, way too busy.

 

[Truitt]

Far too industrial. Sure, I would give it a thumbs up when passing, but too much.

 

[Wisconsin Proud]

Here's what I dont quite understand. Someone will buy a Malibu and add $5000 worth of stuff to it. By the time they are done, they could have had a G8 that comes standard with all the body parts AND more performance.

 

[ctuzzolino]

Wisconsin,

I understand your remarks. There are those that are satisfied as is and others who like to mod up what they have to make it their own. I happen to be someone like that. Many posts on this forum are regarding mods in one way or another. Some small and some large.

 

[Snow White LS]

When you add/modify your car, you should make it look as stock as possible or with very subtle changes. Thats when the car looks its best. Not with those huge wings that do nothing but make people laugh or with huge 8 inch fart pipes that sound like your doing 200 km/h when your rolling at 30 km/h. As for the hood scoops well I'm with Wisconson, go buy a G8, then you know the hood will be done right.

 

[ctuzzolino]

It is to late to get the G8 or any other for that matter. Working with what I have.

 

[Truitt]

What do you mean too late for the G8? I am saving for their -ST if it ever comes out

 

[lowriderman3]

Is there anyone else out there that feels the back end of the Malibu 08/09 is much higher than the front which looks out of porportion? I am considering shoping for a custom hood that may include a slight hood scope something similiar to the Mustang GT500 if there is something like that out there. In addition I am thinking about adding a body kit to lengthen the front, back, and side skirts of my Malibu LTZ 2008. I obviously am considering all of this to make the vehicle look a bit more sporty. Razzi seems to have the only kit on the market and I concur with some of the members that the kit looks pieced on. I am interested in something much more smoother and flush. Anyone know of any other body kits/hoods?

Mod on brother! Set yours off from the rest! As a former Malibu owner, and since a few other modded cars, keep on your quest for a hood! No need to be like every other Malibu on the road!

 

[MImalibu]

I think the Malibu would look great with a custom hood like this one from RK Sport

 

[maliblu]

All hail the wall of grill!!!!.....Really to each his/her own....I'm seriously diggin the RK Sport.

 

[nhance]

That looks real nice!

 

[sik mali]

THAT, is the best mali I've seen yet!!! Not too much.....juuuust right!! Now, does it look lowered, or is that just the body kit??

 

[beach]

THAT, is the best mali I've seen yet!!! Not too much.....juuuust right!! Now, does it look lowered, or is that just the body kit??

Lowered and a clean (unlike the other one from a cheaper company) body kit, give it that look. Here's RKSport's list for the Malibu:

http://www.rksport.com/main/catalog_detail.asp?mdid=55&catid=4&appid=442

 

[Malo83]

Red X's on RKsport site

 

[USA1fan]

That's what I get too. I'd like to know the exact cost for the package on the show car though- that's pretty hot! As sik mali said- not too much, just right! The ground effects fit the car better than the other. And even the hood's nice. Sort of a hybrid Camaro / Buick opening treatment, but done in a way that is actually tasteful.