Chevrolet’s Impala had a record sales year in 1965, with more than one million copies finding homes in garages throughout the country. That’s a feat that’s hard to beat, so 1967’s production numbers weren’t that strong, but still solid. Nearly 30,000 Impalas were built as convertibles in 1967, with one third being Super Sports. The seller’s example is from the other two-thirds and has been in a shed for 30 years. Needing loads of work, this drop-top is available in Antigo, Wisconsin, and here on craigslist for $3,800.
The fourth generation of the successful Impala ran from 1965 to 1970. Chevrolet treated the car to a nice styling refresh in 1967, which the 1968s would also resemble. The standard engine was still an inline-6, but most were ordered with a V8 like the 283 cubic incher in the seller’s barn find. It also has a 2-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, also typical in the Impala. You could upgrade to the SS with bucket seats and even a 427 V8, but that wasn’t the case here.
We’re told this convertible has been socked away for three decades, so time and Mother Nature have had their way with it. The canvas top rotted away long ago, rust has gotten into the rear quarter panels, and the floors and interior are no longer any good. At this time, this Chevy was put away; the odometer read 42,000 miles on its second time around.
It’s doubtful this Impala would be a suitable parts car or donor, so if you decide to purchase it, you’d better plan to go the whole nine yards. The seller says it’s complete, but lots of stuff is going to need to be replaced anyway. At this point, would you stick with the 283 or go with something with more guts?
Man, that front seat is badger tested, badger approved!
I’ve said many times before, and this is another perfect example, but why was it parked and abandoned 30 years ago. Just do the math. In circa 1996, this would have still been regarded as a very (potentially) smoking hot 60’s classic.
So in a very high percentage of cases, the only reason it’s parked is because of major mechanical or frame issues. And there’s no reason to think otherwise here.
Hard pass. Give it a decent burial.
I bought a 64 Impala ss that had been parked in 2002.
Deferred maintenance got it parked.
I’m glad I bought it. It’s a great running car
got to love the line ” EASY FIX”. if it is why not do it. because there is no easy fixing this convert. too lazy to push it outside so it can be properly looked at. this loaded with rot front to back. be a great 800.00 parts car. hope storage is paid up because i don’t see this moving out any time soon.
$3800.00 if you’re willing good for you . I have a 67’sport Coupe . 65-65 , 68-69 have common parts 1967 is a one year only model. Some parts are pricey if you can find them or afford them. I have @ 4 times that much spent in at this point and time but it is still drivable before it comes off the frame for restoration .
Thats what you call a real RAT Motor …….