The best-selling U.S. car in 1967 was the Chevy Impala, a spot it typically held for many years before and after. 575,600 copies rolled off the assembly line that year, but only 2,124 (per the seller) were the coveted Super Sport with a 427 cubic inch “big block” V8. This car has been documented as one of them (no clone here), and it seems to be in great condition overall, although it may have a touch of rust brewing. Located in Islip, New York, this family-sized powerhouse is available here on eBay for $52,500. How does Barn Finder Rocco B. keep digging up these terrific tips for us?
Muscle car emphasis shifted to mid-size machines in the late 1960s, so the Chevelle SS 396 took center stage over other Chevies like this Impala SS 427. Not only does this big Chevy have the whopping 385 hp engine, but it also has a 4-speed manual transmission, and the vehicle is numbers matching and verified by the SS 427 Registry. This magnificent automobile was put away in the late 1970s and we assume it has only recently come out of hiding.
We’re not quite sure of the color of this ’67 Impala because the photos were taken toward the end of the day, and everything is a bit dark. It could be Capri Cream or Butternut Yellow, complemented by a black vinyl top and black vinyl interior with the requisite bucket seats and console. The seller says the car is rust-free except for the outer rear quarter panels which will need further scrutiny. The interior looks nice and tidy.
The Impala is said to run and drive well, thanks in part to recent work including new engine seals, brakes, and an exhaust system. This Super Sport has a few scratches and nicks, so it’s not showroom-perfect, but certainly display-worthy at more informal events like Cars & Coffee. Would you leave it the way it is or work toward a more thorough restoration? The mileage is just shy of 80,000.
Sleeper.
And a dream car for me. 1/4 mile in under 15 seconds with the whole family aboard.
A sleeper would be a formal roof Caprice with this drivetrain & whitewalls.
Like the 427/4spd Caprice featured on this site a few weeks ago.
Steve R
I lived in Shreveport, LA and was very into cars during the sixties. During that time I saw only one Chevy like this. I didn’t know there was such a thing. It hadn’t been covered in any of the car magazines that I read.
The SS427 I encountered was a brand-new, bright blue 4-speed with a black interior. It was owned by a classmate who went to work after high school. He was a big boy for the time, over six feet and 200 pounds. And he was healthy. I’m guessing he was drafted shortly after that purchase since he had no student deferment. I never saw him or the car again.
Those Impalas were whales. I never understood their attraction when you could buy something lighter like an SS396 Chevelle.
385hp? I know the least 427 was the 390hp, put in Corvettes, Chevelles & Camaro in the late 60’s. I think GM lowered this one on purpose because it wasn’t a sport body??? GM also did this on the LT1 for ’70, listed 370hp for the Vette & 365hp for the Z28!
I hear what you’re saying but GM liked to play with HP numbers . The exact same 396 engine that was rated 425hp in the Corvette was rated 375hp in the SS 396 Chevelle. You can bet your boots that 427 SS Impala is packing more than 385 ponies.
The 69 COPO Camaro was the only one that could be had with a 427 and horsepower was either 425 or 430.
GM only offered the 427 in a Camaro or Chevelle as a COPO special order and the LT1 in the ’70 Z-28 was rated at 360 horse.
385hp? I know the least 427 was the 390hp, put in Corvettes, Chevelles & Camaro in the late 60’s. I think GM lowered this one on purpose because it wasn’t a sport body??? GM also did this on the LT1 for ’70, listed 370hp for the Vette & 365hp for the Z28!
Oh Man!
Nice to see a dream car is still out there and one day ill get one.
Of course, id much prefer a color and power windows .. i know where another 427SS sits in Mass, its blue. These cars look even better in person.
As for size, when traveling the interstates, a Chevelle does not have the weight nor size for as graceful and comfy ride, these do.
I had a 67 Caprice 4d hardtop 396, that is now a ‘super natural’ car. On the highway, it was so steady and smooth. Pulled a trailer with the body of a Chevelle and misc parts over the rockies in December with ease.
Its kind of a low profile, aero dynamic truck :)
More power than most trucks actually, and the ‘bed’ has a lid ;)
I’ve been looking for a nice 62-65 Impala for several years, but the prices they’re bringing now are too rich for my blood. But given these prices for more prosaic examples, I think this price is fair. If it had factory air I’d be tempted to thin my herd and take a shot at it. Really wonderful looking car! Russ, I’d guess Butternut Yellow, one of the few yellow hues I like.
Henry Davis, If you don’t mind a sedan (4door) this one caught my eye, the drive-train alone is worth the price, ultimate old-school sleeper??? https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/d/saint-paul-1962-chevrolet-impala-409/7803113369.html
Damn Mongoose, I want that car…a lot! If I can jigger some finances around in time I’ll try to buy it. Thanks!!
I will admit that is a pretty nifty automobile, and priced realistically. If I had some extra cash floating around, I would take a shot at it, (even though I need another car like I need to hole in the head) Cool ’62.
Technically, this is an SS427. Not really an Impala at all except for the foundation and trim. Kinda like reminding people that a Road Runner is really a Belvedere.
What a great car, but the production numbers illustrate the impact of the muscle and pony car by 1967. There were simply too many choices and full size performance was no longer where it was at.
As others have said, GM was very protective of its Corvette. Same engine? Nah, different exhaust. Thus lower hp rating. Wink Wink.
Asking $52,000 and no underneath photos. Pass. In 1970, Z28 engine was rated 360 hp vs. 370 in Corvette. Two reasons why. More restrictive air cleaner and exhaust. This is a very nice Impala, but I think the price considering some wheel well rust is optimistic.
The eBay listing identifies the exterior color as Cream.
It really would have been great to be the guy who originally ordered this one.
This one checks all the boxes for me. I am sure some would prefer a more eye popping exterior shade but I think the Capri cream perfectly suits this mostly unassuming behemoth. Neutralize the rust on the quarters and go through the suspension components is all I would do. Then, I’d be driving the wheels off of this lovely beast.
This the second full size Chevrolet listed in today’s finds that present a conundrum for me. As I wrote in another post, I don’t find the ’67 thru ’70 full size Chevrolets very attractive, but I am pretty darn fond of the ’67 SS 427. That being said, I don’t think the color, or the vinyl top work on this particular car. The two prettiest ones I have ever seen were a red on red one and a black on black one. Aside from that, this big hunk has all the right options. 4 speed w/console and buckets seats. As cool as this one is, I do not believe it is worth anything approaching the advertised price, but the eventual buyer will decide that. Neat big car though.
Have u ever seen a ’68 Caprice two door coupe with ultra rare hidden headlights? I seen just 1 since ’68 & like when JFK was shot, i remember exactly where i was when i saw it. IMO, that’s THE big chevy to have. Watch the “1968 caprice commercial” from san fran on youtube with chevy bragging about it – “this is a VERY special car”
Ford and mopar man here. I always appreciated the extra instrumentation (gauges) not idiot lights. The General tactfully put in their performance cars. Ford offered full instrumentation in their trucks. I can’t help but wonder if Ford would have placed gauges in their performance cars. If they would have attracted more buyers.
Back in the day, oddly, many buyers seemed to prefer paying extra for a clock rather than extra gauges, despite most people wearing wrist watches.
What a beast. I like it except for the color. Interesting how that big block seems to disappear into that cavern of an engine bay. The price though doesn’t seem justified with the rust that’s showing, got to factor that in.
Oof. What a dandy.
But I never did care much for that particular SS hood though. Always struck me as a bit of an afterthought.
I loved the look of the 1967 Impala; that said, I would much prefer the family sedan version with cloth bench seats and no centre-console, and air-conditioning. I like COMFORT, not PERFORMANCE/SPORT. I like a full-sized all-American rear-wheel drive, body-on-frame car. And as long as it has enough “horses” to keep up with legal-speed traffic, then that’s all I need. All of that said, the ’67 Chevy was a rust-bucket, and these cars rotted off the roads long before they mechanically wore out. And once rust gets in, you can patch it again and again and again: since it is rusty, the price is off the charts. Sorry. Hard pass.
“Would you leave it the way it is or work toward a more thorough restoration?” Wow, it would be hard to lay out $52K for a car like that and just leave it the way it is. I would definitely begin a slow restoration while driving.
Full disclosure, I absolutely love this car, (except for the color and vinyl roof) but to buy this and then planning to have to restore it makes very little sense, (at least very little good sense) The asking price is consistent with one that not only needs nothing, but it is also on the high end of that bar. I feel that if a person could get it for something between 30 and 35K, that would leave room for an exterior upgrade. Even if someone was OK with the top and the color, the rust issue would have to be dealt with. Again, I love these cars, but just as reference point, there are two really nice 4 speed convertible’s currently for sale for 4 to 6K less then this one.
Yeah, but they ain’t SS427s!
I loved the look of the 1967 Impala; that said, I would much prefer the family sedan version with cloth bench seats and no centre-console, and air-conditioning. I like COMFORT, not PERFORMANCE/SPORT. I like a full-sized all-American rear-wheel drive, body-on-frame car. And as long as it has enough “horses” to keep up with legal-speed traffic, then that’s all I need. All of that said, the ’67 Chevy was a rust-bucket, and these cars rotted off the roads long before they mechanically wore out. And once rust gets in, you can patch it again and again and again: since it is rusty, the price is off the charts. Sorry. Hard pass.
Henry Davis, they most certainly are, and very nice ones at that.
Awesome car here. Go good next to my Biscayne 427. If the add car was not from NY I’d be contacting seller
While not the same, in 69 I bought a 67 Caprice Sport Sedan with a 396bAuto Drive train. Had every option I think was available. Pw, pb, ps, p seats,60/40, cruise, automatic electronic controlled a/c, brocade material seats, rear defogger, am/fm, tilt, posi and a black vinyl top on a white 4dr. The Sport Sedan was like a 4dr Hardtop. No pillar between front and rear windows. I drove it like a maniac…the hot muscle cars were not much faster. 5 years later I sold it to my 70yr old mother in law. She came from a Buick that you pushed gas pedal to the floor to energize the starter ….she still pushed the pedal to the floor hitting the key…soon as it fired she slammed in drive..pedal still on the floor…a lot of dual tire lines in front of her home…good times
Back in 1969 I work with a guy who had one just like this one, boy was it a beast