The seller of this 1969 Chevrolet Impala hints at the fact that it may be a real SS 427, but doesn’t quite commit fully to it. The ad found here on eBay says “…the car has always been represented as a SS 427 Convertible…I will tell you just what I know and let you be the judge of it.” It has a current bid of $5,000, which is pretty strong money for a big project like this one. Located in Irvington, Alabama, the seller says they have known about the car for over 20 years. Hopefully, it will get a chance to be driven again someday. Let us know if you think this is a real-deal Super Sport.
The engine is said to be the original 427 cubic inch V8 backed by the original Turbo 400 transmission. Unfortunately, the engine was rebuilt and apparently the process removed the VIN stamping. The carburetor and air cleaner are missing, but hopefully, the engine still runs. There’s quite a bit of information in the ad regarding the SS/427 relationship and it’s a little hard to determine what is the most accurate.
The interior is mostly complete, but it is lacking the seats and gauge cluster. The seller says the floor pan has been replaced, but it may have been a while ago. You can also see leaves on the floor indicating the car may have spent some time outside.
The passenger side quarter obviously needs some attention. There is quite a bit of body filler and hopefully, it isn’t too thick. The seller says there are “a few small pinholes in the body” and “minimal rust repair…easy winter project.” It might be an easy project for a professional shop, but will be a big undertaking for a DIY restorer. Overall, what do you think of this car? Is it a real SS 427?
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