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Original 427: 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe

Regular readers will be aware that I place a great deal of store on the importance of long-term ownership when considering the viability of any classic car as an investment prospect. The logic behind this is quite sound. Any… more»

Primered Project: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

The 1958 Chevies were nothing like their predecessors. They were longer, wider, lower, and heavier. And would prove to be a one-year-only design as General Motors rapidly tried to play catch-up to the futuristic “Forward Look” products that Chrysler… more»

One-Year Wonder: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

After three successful years with the “Tri-Five” Chevies of 1955-57, the company redesigned its cars in 1958. Longer, wider, and rounder in appearance, they would turn out to be one-year-only designs when GM brass saw the success Chrysler was… more»

Beautifully Preserved: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe 396

There are some beautifully preserved cars appearing in today’s classic market, but finding one that has also been featured in a national magazine is less common. That is the story behind this 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe. It presents… more»

V8/4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Impala

The owner of this 1966 Chevrolet Impala states that it is fully restored and 100%, and when you examine its overall condition, it is hard to argue with their assessment. It presents beautifully and would seem to need nothing… more»

1965 Chevrolet Impala 396 4-Speed Project

The 1965 model year was a banner one for Chevrolet. They became the first automobile manufacturer to build more than three million cars and trucks in a single 12-month period. The Impala contributed greatly to that performance, accounting for… more»

409 Dual Quad V8! 1962 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport

In 1961, Chevrolet only built a handful of bruisers with Super Sport (SS) badging. Sure, some muscle could still be had after that, but the SS went more mainstream in 1962, selling 99,000 copies in the process. That’s because… more»

Sleeper! 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS 427

Chevrolet would build 710,900 Impalas in 1968. While not a record year, still an impressive showing, of which 38,210 were the Super Sport edition. But what was rare in the crowd was the SS 427 that saw just 1,778… more»

15k Mile Survivor! 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe

Chevy extended the reach of its Impala brand in 1968 by introducing the “notchback” Custom Coupe. It used the formal hardtop body style previously exclusive to the upscale Caprice and it supplement the fastback version of the Impala already… more»

348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

Have you ever looked at a classic car and struggled to determine its greatest attribute? I’m doing so right now with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. I can’t decide whether it is the spotless presentation or the enormous load of… more»

Hardtop Garage Find: 1968 Chevrolet Impala

While cars like Ford’s Mustang were making big news in the sales arena, the Chevy Impala was quietly doing the same, building more than one million units in 1965 (a record). The fourth-generation Impala’s (1965-70) continued to put up… more»

Carport Find: No Reserve 1968 Chevrolet Impala

Until recently, this 1968 Chevrolet Impala had been part of the same family since new. It was passed from mother to daughter and served as a daily driver for many years. However, the daughter reached the point where she… more»

Original 409: 1963 Chevrolet Impala

The original owner of this 1963 Chevrolet Impala ticked many desirable boxes on the Order Form when they ordered this classic. The result is that this car comes nicely equipped, with the highlight being the fantastic 409ci V8 engine…. more»

Formal Roof: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom

Chevy expanded the Impala lineup in 1968 with the Custom, which used the Caprice’s formal rooftop instead of fastback styling. It was available through the 1976 model year, after which the full-size Chevrolets were all downsized in the name… more»

V8-Equipped: 1960 Chevrolet Impala 4-Door Post

While many enthusiasts will focus on cars of the two-door variety, four-door variants serve a vital role in the classic scene. Many owners can attest to how difficult it can be to maneuver small children into the back seat… more»

Parked for 40 Years: 1962 Chevrolet Impala

Most classic car enthusiasts will hold a soft spot for any vehicle that has been in long-term ownership. That is the case with this 1962 Chevrolet Impala. It has been part of the same family for nearly 60 years,… more»

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