I typically prefer original and unmolested classics, but I will make exceptions under the right circumstances. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Impala. It presents beautifully, but the custom two-tone paint helps it stand out. The effect isn’t radical, and convincing some that it rolled from the factory in this form would be easy. It features a healthy V8 under the hood, and only minor details are required to lift its appearance to a higher level. The Impala is listed here on eBay in Garrettsville, Ohio. Bidding sits below the reserve at $18,000, although there is a BIN option of $22,900 for those who find this gem irresistible.
Chevrolet’s Fourth Generation Impala graced showroom floors from 1965 until 1970. The new model was longer and wider than its predecessor, although it featured the same wheelbase. The appearance was significantly different as the company began embracing Coke-bottle styling. This Impala rolled off the line in 1967 and has a known history. The seller recently purchased it from the original elderly owner. It is a largely original and unmolested vehicle, although the Cowl Tag confirms he ordered this beauty in Nantucket Blue. It is unclear when it received its two-tone paint job, but whoever designed and executed it successfully accentuated the Impala’s sweeping lines. It retains a healthy shine, with no significant issues with the panels or paint. The Chev has been garage-kept for its entire life, with only minor, repairable rust in some lower extremities. The seller believes those defects could be addressed with patches, meaning the new owner won’t face a complete cosmetic restoration. The chrome and glass look excellent, and the car rolls on a set of 15″ Rally wheels that are visible in some photos. Those preferring authenticity will appreciate the seller’s decision to include the original steelies and factory hubcaps.
The Impala isn’t a muscle car, but its mechanical configuration should provide an effortless motoring experience. The engine bay houses a 327ci V8, with shifting duties falling to a two-speed Powerglide transmission. Power assistance for the steering and brakes could allow the driver to steer this beauty with their little finger. The V8 produces 275hp and 355 ft/lbs of torque, allowing the Impala to lope along the open road all day at 70mph. The winning bidder can slip behind the wheel of a car in excellent mechanical health. It recently received new brakes, new tires, a new fuel tank, a cooling system flush, and a tune-up. It runs and drives beautifully, with no issues or vices.
The interior is presentable and serviceable in its current form, but this is the area where the new owner may focus their attention to lift the car’s overall appearance. The seller says the carpet requires a deep clean or replacement, while the rear package tray and front seat cover show wear and deterioration. The parts are available individually to perform a partial restoration, with a set of seatcovers retailing for around $700. A carpet set adds $250 to the tally, while $70 will secure a replacement package tray. That would transform the appearance for around $1,000, although those seeking perfection could throw caution to the wind and spend $2,500 on a complete trim kit.
The auction action on this 1967 Impala confirms that people like what they see. It has received twenty-three bids, with the scope that both that total and the price could climb before the hammer falls. I think it will need to comfortably pass $20,000 before hitting the reserve, and I won’t be surprised if someone hits the BIN button, should that occur. That person then must choose between preserving the car’s existing appearance by retaining the two-tone paint or returning it to its factory form in Nantucket Blue. Which option would you choose?
A very nice car, and priced fairly it would seem. I wouldn’t necessarily choose the two-tone scheme, but I wouldn’t change it either.
After studying the photos, I notice some interesting hoses on top of the passenger fender, but I’ll be damned if I can locate the AC compressor.
Those are the battery cables, not AC lines.
Steve R
Really???? I’ll just say it. The paint is awful. Big fat car. Let’s make really ugly.. oh that baby blue and metallic mess,? Yeah that’s mine.
Non-a/c car.
If you stretch the pic. That is an unhooked batter terminal at the end of it. Some kind of junk the owner has installed…
There’s a set of heater hoses. I don’t know what those other hoses are.
Battery cables (wrapped? Inside of two heater hoses) on passenger inner fender.
The AC compressor would be on the passenger side of the engine. It is ACless.
Battery cables encased in heater hose? And where’s the battery? It makes no sense.
In picture 15 of 39 you can clearly see a battery cable coming from one of the “hoses”, loop around onto itself sitting on the top of the inner fender. The second cable end isn’t visible, but the battery is visible in the bottom left of the picture. The battery and front of the engine are shown in picture 22 of 39, the ends of the cables come from the direction of inner fender. There is also no sign of any other “hoses” or AC compressor among the accessories bolted to the front of the engine.
Steve R
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No doubt the car is in beautiful condition. What throws things off for me is, a. the two-tone paint, b. the chrome or vinyl strip down the middle of the body on both sides, and c. the aftermarket side marker lights or reflectors. None of this stuff can be accomplished without a full respray, but looks appears from the photos worth the outlay. I like the interior. I can’t why the writer is talking about seat covers, but if he says it needs them, I guess it does. And yeah, I’d have an upholstery shop do whatever it needs. The 327 was a decent option, too bad about the two-speed slushbox transmission, but it’s perfectly driveable like that. I would just prefer the three-spd THM transmission. Neither Ford nor Chrysler even offered a cheaper two-speed, I wonder why GM did that. Money is the obvious answer, then you can slip the two-speed by somebody in a tight competition another another vehicle. “It has an automatic, yes” So the buyer ends up with a car less desirable, but he doesn’t realize it until he’s driving down the street. I can’t imagine any other justification. Again, though, gorgeous car. I’d love it parked in my garage!
Apparently U never heard of a Chrysler Powerflite?? Torqueflites came later.
Ever Wonder why Powerglide Corvairs have no Park pin?
Answer.
Every Corvair was built with a cable operated E-Brake.
AND
It would save them 25 Cents per car.
I guess that would be a good example of “Economies of Scale”
Ford’s Ford-o-Matic (and Merc-o-Matic) were two speeds.
I would repaint it back original. And, please don’t put the extra trim down the sides.
I had a white, 1967 Impala that had a three speed on the column. It was a 327 also.
It ranks up there as one of the very best vehicle’s that I ever owned.
I don’t remember just how many DS motor mounts that I replaced though? I finally found one that was all steel, and that was the last one that I had to replace.
Why can’t everyone be this transparent? For obvious reasons, i believe every word this seller says, and the high auction price reflects his honesty.
A good post.
Just my oponion!
Another really nice car. Put me in the stock wheel covers group. Reason being, again, this car was for that single guy or gal, lived at home, good job, who knew nothing about cars, but wanted a new 2 door Impala, possibly on the old mans advice,,,who also knew nothing about cars. Don’t you just love the 1967 “info center”,,,,gas gauge, speedo, clock,,what else do you need to know? Idiot lights took care of the rest. Whoever ordered this car, kept the options to a minimum. The 327 cost a whopping $93 more than the 283, this car sold for about $2740 new. I read, sales were actually down in ’67, mostly I bet because of the success of the ’65, folks just weren’t ready for a new Chevy yet. Great cars, simple, stylish, got some zip, it’s got everything that made a Chevy a Chevy. What ever happened to that?
Howard A the term “who knew nothing about cars”…good stuff….made me chuckle…
My family had a 67 Biscayne, 4dr 6 cyl. Powerglide in Nantucket Blue. A beautiful color, with a little metallic sparkle. Dad was a fan of the Chevy straight 6 going back to the 30’s. It would cruise all day at 70-75 mph on I-75 and get 19-24 mpg. I had it up to 96 on the speedo, trying to get triple digits. I’m sure a 327 would get you 110 top end. Don’t dismiss the PowerSlide.
Modified and built, drag racers like the Slip and Slide Power Glide.
Another “enjoy now, restore later” car. The only missing ingredient here is A/C. Except for the aftermarket side marker lights, this is a nice cruiser that doesn’t need much to bring this to a #2 car.
Whatever the selling price ends up being – you can add another $2,500.00/ $3,000.00 for air conditioning. Beautiful car though. Nice article too.
Dude only bought this car for a few months…..Why is he selling it, looks like a flipper for a profit. Nice classic chevy……..
Not enough doors.
These look really good in that medium Blue (factory) color.
Those wheels don’t do this car any favors either,plus I agree
with the other things pointed out by other posters.
In ’67 friends of my Parents bought a brand new Impala
in that Blue color I mentioned,& drove drove their home in
LaMirada,CA to our house in Eureka.They went to the local
mall,where some idiot backed into it & left without leaving a
note or anything.
I have to agree on them rallys,I’d for sure go back to the steelies and hubcaps..and that 2 tone paint…it’s got to go….
wow…I swear, ALL you guys are a kick in the ass! Nothing better than reading BF comments on a fine Sunday morning.
This is a pretty nice older 3 factory optioned (4bbl carb 327, P.S., P.B.) project. Please keep in mind of which state it has resided in. Ohio is one of, if not the highest consumer of salt during the winter season. Some underside photos would have been Kool.
Guess that kinda sums it up, except for about three dozen other things. One, too many Benjamins! !
Good luck to all!
That Ugh paint job has to go. Looks like an airport runway !Lol!
If the seller says it could use some patch panels/ pieces, that’s are flag for me, coming from a salt infested state.
Like someone else said, no underbody pics
Nope.
I have to agree on them rallys,I’d for sure go back to the steelies and hubcaps..and that 2 tone paint…it’s got to go….