THE CAR THAT STARTED THE MUSCLE-CAR ERA:

 

      Certainly Ed Cole would have agreed with this headline.  He was Chief Engineer for Chevy in the late 50s and he defined the Impala’s image, style and performance.  Named after a South African antelope, the Impala became a separate Chevy model in 1959.  Just the mention of this classic name brings back fond thoughts in the minds of car enthusiast all over the world. 

     The Chevy Impala is an American icon. From 1958 to 2002 over 12 million units were sold.  More homes in America selected the Chevy Impala than any other car in automotive history.  Mr. Cole you did good, with a simple formula: style matched with performance. 

     You have the chance to own this American beauty.  A 1966 Chevy Impala Convertible that has everything: It’s a Chevy, It’s RED and it’s a convertible.  This muscle car features a 327 ci  300 hp V8 with Automatic Power Glide transmission.  It has been maintained in the best of conditions and has never seen snow or rain.  The previous owner is a long time car collector and restorer and has taken care of this vintage beauty for the past 6 years.  It has very low 52,000 original miles, and was driven primarily to car shows and car club meetings.  

     It is in fabulous condition as you can see from the photos taken a week ago, and it starts and runs like the day it was built.  Imagine how you would look and feel in this low rider classic with the top down during a summer night cruise-by. We hope that the new owner treasures this true vintage car and preserves it in the style that history would demand of such a gem.

   There is an aftermarket AM/FM, cassette stereo installed in the usual location. The original rims for the car are included in this auction.

   There is also a few other items not pictured, but they ARE included: 1. Full size spare with the same rims as you see in the pictures. 2. The boot cover for the convertible top for when the top is down. 3. There is also a car cover included.

    BASIC MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS:

1. ENGINES IS A V-8, 327ci. WITH STANDARD CAM AND HYDRAULIC LIFTERS

2. HORSEPOWER RATING OF: 275

3. CARBURETOR: 4-BARREL

4. BORE AND STROKE: 4.001 X 3.25

5. PISTON DISPLACEMENT, CUBIC INCHES: 327

6. COMPRESSION RATION: 10.5

7. MAXIMUM BRAKE H.P. @ RPM: 275 @ 4800

8. MAXIMUM TORQUE Lbs Ft @ RPM: 355 @ 4200

9. NORMAL OIL PRESSURE POUNDS: 30~45

     VALVE SPECIFICATIONS:

1. VALVE ANGLES: SEAT - 46, FACE - 45

2. VALVE SPRING INSTALLATION HEIGHT: 1.66

3. VALVE SPRING PRESSURE Lbs @ INCH: 175 @ 1.26

Please check this listing as new information will be being added over the duration of the auction, thank you , VVG.

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Note: Nice, straight, and even, ...the body lines on this car are sweet:

Note: Top has trouble fitting in this corner: (just thought it should be mentioned):

What a car!!!

     Please Note:    We have gone to great means to present this car as accurately as we can, however, there may be a photo perspective that you may want to see.  We have over 300 photos of every vehicle we present, and it is obvious we cannot show every photo here.  If you would like to view a particular area that is not covered here, just email us and we would be happy to send you the photos you request.   Our technical staff is also ready to answer any pertinent question via email during the auction. For Technical questions only, please email Info@VintageValueGroup.com. We can provide a 100 point evaluation report upon request, to request a report please use this LINK: 100 POINT EVALUATION REPORT REQUEST. Some picture files are large and may take some time to download. What you see is what you get, unless specified. If you have questions about this car please send them via email we will reply as soon as possible - use the "Contact Us" link provided at the top or bottom of this page. Please also check this page as I will add answers to commonly asked questions. Vehicle is located in the Woodstock, New York area, exit 20 off the New York State Thru-way, if you would like to view the vehicle in person please inquire via email CarGuys@VintageValueGroup.com - and an appointment can be arranged. IMPORTANT: This item will be the buyer's responsibility to arrange for pick up, ...IT WILL NOT BE SHIPPED, however VintageValueGroup will assist you in any and every way we can, we can even get you quotes on "to-your-door" delivery, please inquire at your earliest convenience. If you would like to be added to the VVG mailing list please click HERE. Our mailing lists are not shared with anyone and you will only get an email once a month (maybe), so it will not be annoying.

    Terms Of Sale:    A deposit of $500.00, (in the form of USPS money order or Bank Check, or via Pay Pal) will be required within 3 business days of the decision to purchase being finalized. Full payment will be due within 7 business days, (Pay Pal & Money orders are NOT acceptable forms for full payment, this must be in the form of a Bank Check or Cash ONLY). Please make bank checks out to JF Industries; Payment Address: JF INDUSTRIES (VintageValueGroup is a venture of JF Industries), P.O. Box 544, Shokan, NY 12481. Vehicle will not be released until full payment is received and cleared.

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Thank you and enjoy the show!

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