![]() And that made cars like this sculpted drop-top feared and equally revered. There was simply nothing else on the road that could touch its street-ruling horsepower. ![]() In the early days of America's horsepower wars, Chevy's stalwart 409 was arguably the go-to choice for most racers. And at the back of the car, a stainless-trimmed, engine-turned valence hangs six familiar taillights between a second Chevrolet crest, a small “CHEVROLET” script and a second wraparound bumper. Opposite those guards, correct door handles and classy bowtie mirrors perfectly complement optional edge liners, ornate fuel filler trim and angled antennas. At the sides of that hood, dent-free rocker guards, optional fender skirts and engine-turned, SS-specific trim spears found bold “IMPALA” scripts beneath traditional cross-flag emblems and “SS” quarter badging. At the top of that grille, subtle hood spears lead the eye to tinted glass that's cleared by bright wipers, sealed in straight frames a capped with a power-operated roof. At the front of this sleek showboat, a broad stainless grille hangs four halogen headlights and small amber parking lamps between an ornate Chevrolet crest, a blocky “CHEVROLET” script and a mirrored, wraparound bumper. And those thunks are bathed in a rich layer of Silver Blue basecoat that's been sealed in durable clear and buffed to a spectacular shine.Ĭhevrolet's third generation Impala is a stylish piece that, with its absence of excessive chrome, suggests GM had officially left the tailfin-induced bender America enjoyed throughout the '50s. That time was well spent, as better-than-factory fit perfectly centers hinged pieces that move freely and close with a solid thunk. A lot of time and effort was put in to making sure the car's profile was extremely straight, which resulted in chiseled sheetmetal that's completely wave-free. If you're looking for a spectacular classic that's road ready, show ready, and just plain ready to go, this brazen bowtie is a whole lot of metal for not a lot of money!Īwarded 985 out of 1,000 points on its way to claiming Trailered Modified First Place at the 2006 Eckler's Classic Chevy Show in Kissimmee, Florida, this top-of-the-line drop-top displays immaculate bodywork that simply glistens. Amenities like a correct 409 and smooth Powerglide 2-speed make this the perfect car for fun drives while classic lines, a correct interior and miles of Silver Blue paint are sure to keep collectors happy. With that in mind, the restoration of this awesome, third generation convertible involved a frame-off mix of nostalgia and convenience that created a better-than-new cruiser. ![]() It was the ride your upper class neighbors enjoyed and, like the original Bel Air, it wholly embodied the time of its creation. Introduced in 1958 as Chevrolet's first foray upmarket, the Impala proved GM's volume car juggernaut had the strength to be all things to all people. * Sale includes Eckler's Classic Chevy Show judging sheets and award documentation * Correct Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission * Trailered Modified First Place at the 2006 Eckler's Classic Chevy Show / 985 out of 1,000 points National Award Winning Impala SS Convertible 409/340 HP V8 Powerglide PS PW PB
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