1966 Chevrolet Impala Four Door Sedan-original Condition-396-325hp on 2040-cars

 

THIS CLASSIC IS EVERY BIG BODY CHEVROLET ENTHUSIAST'S DREAM. TRULY A NEEDLE IN A HAYSTACK. 1966 CHEVROLET IMPALA FOUR DOOR SEDAN. MOSTLY UNMOLESTED, FACTORY ORIGINAL.  ORIGINAL 396-325hp ENGINE AND POWERGLIDE TRANSMISSION, WITH ORIGINAL ROCHESTER CARBURETOR. ORIGINAL INTERIOR. THE TWO TONE ROOF HAS BEEN REPAINTED, VINTAGE ANSEN WHEELS ARE MOUNTED, AND THE BODY HAS BEEN SEALED WITH A SATIN CLEAR AND WET SANDED TO PRESERVE THE PATINA. 64,136 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. ACTUAL MILEAGE IN UNKNOWN, BUT IT COULD BE ACCURATE. COME AND INSPECT IT. DECIDE FOR YOURSELF. THIS IS A DRY WESTERN CAR. INCLUDED WITH THE CAR IS AN ORIGINAL RECALL NOTICE THAT WE HAVE NEVER SEEN BEFORE IN ORIGINAL FORM. IT INCLUDES THE RECALL CLAIM CARD AND THE BULLETIN FOR A RECALL ON THE ORIGINAL ROCHESTER CARBURETOR. THE RECALL WAS NEVER DONE, AND THE CARB OF COURSE IS STILL ON THE CAR. THIS IS NOT EVERYONE'S CUP OF TEA, BUT FOR SOMEONE SEARCHING FOR AN ORIGINAL EXAMPLE, IT COULD BE THE ANSWER FOR YOU. READ THIS AD CAREFULLY. VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS. CAREFULLY EXAMINE THE PHOTOS. EXAMPLES LIKE THIS DO NOT APPEAR FOR SALE VERY OFTEN. DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY.

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The Chevrolet Impala is a full size sedan introduced for the 1958 model year. Deriving its name from the South African antelope, Chevrolet's most expensive passenger model through 1965 had become the best-selling automobile in the United States. The Impala continued as Chevrolet's most popular full-size model through the mid-1980s. Even now, as of May, 2014, the 2014 Impala ranked number one among Affordable Large Cars in U.S. News & World Report's rankings. To claim that the Impala has been an extremely successful model for Chevrolet would truly be an understatement.  Ed Cole, Chevrolet's chief engineer in the late 1950s, defined the Impala as a "prestige car within the reach of the average American citizen." The massive appeal of this car transcended social, economic, gender, and age boundaries.

 

The fourth generation Impala (1965-1970) was a complete radical redesign, and  stands today as the iconic example of Chevrolet's flagship platform. Totally redesigned in 1965, the Impala set an all-time industry annual sales record of more than 1 million units in the U.S., which has never been bettered. Consumers now could choose from a multitude of models, from four door sedan to the venerable Super Sport. The biggest news for the fourth generation was the discontinuation of the 409 cu. in. engine in mid 1965 and the introduction of the 396 cu. in., arguably the most popular and well known engine ever developed by GM. Sales skyrocketed in 1966, and Impala was flourishing across the board. The Impala convertible ranked as number two in U.S. sales, second only to the fabulous Ford Mustang Convertible. Although the trend in the mid 60's drifted toward the smaller performance cars, the Impala remained as a stellar success.

 

The multitude of variations in the Impala options list resulted in the production of many unique examples. Almost all muscle cars of the era were two door models with high performance engines. The Impala broke this muscle car mold. The public desired the comfort, style, and size of the Impala, but they also demanded performance. Therefore, in driveways across the country, there were hardtops, sedans, and even station wagons with fire breathing big blocks under the hood. Even today there are still countless specimens of these big block, big bodies at drag strips, cruises, and shows nationwide. There is a large, hard core group of Impala enthusiasts in the United States and worldwide.  Most believe that that the 396 was perfectly designed for this vehicle. The Impala we offer here is one of those unique examples.

 

VIN BREAKDOWN:

1- Chevrolet

64-Impala Eight Cylinder

69-Four Door Sedan

6- 1966

L- Los Angeles Assembly Plant

124209- Sequential Number

TRIM TAG:

11A- First week of November, 1965 build date

66-16469- 1966 Impala eight cylinder 4 door sedan

588- Body number

853- Medium Turquoise interior

C-K- Two tone paint. Ermine White/ArtesianTurquoise

ENGINE NUMBER:

T1028 IGR   6L124209

Tonawanda Engine Plant  October 28, 1965 build date.  IGR-396/325 HP engine, Powerglide Transmission, Rochester Carburetor. VIN number matches vehicle.

 

Per trim tag, this classic is Ermine White/Artesian Turquoise.  The roof has been repainted. The body is primarily original. There is a small metal patch at the bottom of the passenger fender. Small repair at the bottom of the driver fender. Small repair at area between rear wheel house and rear door jam. These areas have been blended. The rest is original. To preserve the patina of the paint and prevent any more deterioration, the body has been sprayed in satin clear and wet sanded.  Emblems, chrome, and stainless are all original and in average condition. Glass is in average to good condition. Vintage Ansen wheels with radial tires-P205/75R14. Single sport mirror.

 

The engine bay resembles a step back in time. Original 396-325HP engine. Original intake and Rochester carburetor. Factory heads and exhaust manifolds. Dual exhaust. Factory distributor and ignition. Power drum brakes. Power steering. Original air cleaner. Engine plant, build date, and engine code clearly stamped on the engine pad, as well as vehicle VIN number. All information on trim tag matches the vehicle. Photos of all are included in this ad. Factory Powerglide transmission. Twelve bolt rear differential. Undercarriage is clean and solid as a rock. Trunk is also clean and solid. spare tire and jack are present in the trunk.

 

Factory Medium Turquoise bench seat interior. Seats are deteriorated from the Western sun and need to be completely redone. Door panels are fair. Carpet is fair. Dash and steering wheel in good shape. Factory AM radio. Clock. You can drive the car just fine with the Southwestern blankets on the seats.

 

This classic runs and drives well. You can cruise in this car just as it is, without restoring anything. Or you can partially or fully restore it. Totally up to you. At any rate, it's a great example of an original piece of automotive history.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Financing is available to qualified buyers at JJ Best Banc. https://www.jjbest.com/default.aspx

Contact Peter MacDonald at 800 872 1965 for more information.

 

Call Randy at 847 456 7726 with any questions.

I have been collecting for over 30 years.  My favorites are classic muscle cars, guitars, rock 'n' roll memorabilia, antiques, collectibles, art, and rare documents.  

 

 

You can see some of my cars that I have had and sold here: http://www.classicmusclecars.com/

 

 

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