Impala SS

Solid Convertible Project: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

I first thought of taking a pass on reviewing this 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible. There were, literally, thousands built and we’ve covered many here on BF. So, why the change of heart? Between 1997 and 2004 I owned… more»

4-Speed Conversion: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

In 1961, Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport as a pure muscle car option on the full-size Impala. Only a few hundred were built before Chevy had the bright idea to make the car more about style than power. So,… more»

Drop-Top Project: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

Looking every bit like a turn-key driver, this shiny red Chevy needs some work before heading toward the horizon under its own power. The 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible in Saint Petersburg, Florida, a claimed-original 42,000 mile classic, comes… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»

Living in the Weeds: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport in 1961, and it was largely a stylish muscle car. The company adjusted its strategy the next year to make it just an appearance option and sales went through the roof.  Nearly 100,000 copies… more»

1995 Chevrolet Impala SS With 8,700 Original Miles!

Many consider the Chevrolet Impala SS produced between 1994 and 1996 as the last true American V8 muscle car. It perfectly combines comfort and style in a package providing respectable performance. Our feature car rolled off the line in… more»

427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS

This 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS ticks many of the more desirable boxes enthusiasts prefer when searching for a classic. It is a rock-solid car that presents beautifully. It features some desirable factory options, and its interior provides plenty of… more»

Original 327 V8; 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

What a difference a year makes. During the 1961 model year, Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport option on its full-size cars. The emphasis was on performance and fewer than 500 were built. For the 1962 model run, Chevy decided… more»

327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

Hiding in this garage is an American classic that will set a few pulses racing. This 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS is a stunning vehicle that is more than a mere looker. Its gorgeous exterior hides a pretty potent drivetrain,… more»

Parked 49 Years: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

The best-selling car of 1965 wasn’t the new Ford Mustang as you might think. It was the Chevrolet Impala (at more than one million copies). But that demand wasn’t sustainable, and sales dropped by more than 20% the following… more»

She’s So Fine 409: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

Chevrolet had several success stories in the 1960s – and the Super Sport was one of them. With what started as a limited-production muscle car in 1961, sales were up to more than 153,000 copies by 1963. That includes… more»

V8 Drop-Top Project: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Chevrolet Impala was hands-down the best-selling full-sized automobile in the U.S. in the 1960s. Demand was aided by the Super Sport edition, which debuted in 1961 and continued throughout the decade. Convertibles were built in smaller numbers than… more»

Semi-Survivor? 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Super Sport was introduced as an option on the Impala in 1961. It was a performance automobile that sold in small numbers (less than 500) until Chevrolet had a change in strategy. Said change was to focus on… more»

Preserve or Restore? 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

It is a question that has long attracted different opinions among car enthusiasts. When a rock-solid classic appears to carry the survivor badge proudly, is preservation or restoration the most appropriate approach? Both sides can provide convincing arguments, which… more»

Same Family Since New: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

What a difference a year can make! Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport as a performance car in 1961 and sold a few hundred copies. They shifted gears in 1962 and made it more of a styling statement with any… more»

25k Original Miles: 1995 Chevrolet Impala SS

We have recently seen a few examples of the Chevrolet Impala SS cross our desks at Barn Finds, with most rolling off the line during the halcyon days of the 1960s. Chevrolet revived the badge during the 1990s, with… more»

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