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Originally Posted by 455Grandville
I'm told there were 350 (Chevy ?) powered ones for police car use and some might have been made for high altitude areas.
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Never heard that, but I suspect it is misinformation that has been repeated. Example; a Z-28 squad car becomes a 442.
If there were any police forces that wanted a '78 mid-size GM, I can't see why they would overlook the Malibu/Lemans, which were the least expensive.
Maine State Police had some '81 Malibus in their fleet but I'm 99% sure those were 305 4bbl equipped.
About 5-6 years ago there was a '78 Cutlass 442 4spd at a classic car dealer in Illinois. (internet)
It was advertised as a 350 (SBC), but no factory documentation, and no mention of the VIN to show proof of such.
The engine photo looked suspicious to me.