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Impala's foray into the automotive world started in 1956 when Chevrolet presented the first prototype, but it didn't take long for The General to understand that it must act quickly to make the most of the positive reception recorded by the concept.
The production model was ready for the 1958 model year, and Chevrolet didn't want to rush things. It launched the Impala as a Bel Air version, turning it into the top-of-the-line full-size Chevy.
As it happened in 1956, the Impala was an overnight success. Chevrolet again moved fast, so in 1959, the second-generation Impala was born. This time, it was a stand-alone series separated from the Bel Air, whose mission was to secure the leading spot in the full-size battle. The Impala did more than that, becoming the best-selling car in the United States and retaining the top spot for years.
The 1959 Impala in these photos is one of the specimens that rolled off the assembly lines as a two-door hardtop this year.
There's a good reason why I decided to highlight it today. 1959 Impalas are becoming even rarer when you aspire to a solid project that's not already stripped of all parts and full of rust. This hardtop is complete—at least, that's what the owner claims—and every piece of trim is still available.
The owner has already jump-started the overhaul, so the front and rear bumpers have been rechromed, and as a bonus, you get many extra parts, including a new gas tank and a new interior kit.
I won't comment much on the car's condition because anyone can see the most important details in the photo gallery, but you'll need trunk patches and other metal repairs that aren't surprising, given the Impala's age.
The engine under the hood is as mysterious as possible. The owner says it runs, but that's all the information we get, so it's unknown if it has already been rebuilt or whether it's the original unit. Find a good mechanic, contact the seller, and appoint an in-person inspection if you believe this Impala is worth a second chance – it is, but if you want an all-original inspection, a thorough live verification is mandatory. You should also put the car on a lift to thoroughly check the undersides, as the photos reveal it's currently parked outside, and this could lead to massive undercarriage rust.
Meanwhile, the Impala is waiting for a second chance, and the owner is only willing to trade it for another project. They won't sell the car for cash, so if you have another project you'll never finish, this full-size Chevrolet might be worth checking out. It's parked in Albuquerque, and given its shape, the buyer will need transportation to take it home.
As it happened in 1956, the Impala was an overnight success. Chevrolet again moved fast, so in 1959, the second-generation Impala was born. This time, it was a stand-alone series separated from the Bel Air, whose mission was to secure the leading spot in the full-size battle. The Impala did more than that, becoming the best-selling car in the United States and retaining the top spot for years.
The 1959 Impala in these photos is one of the specimens that rolled off the assembly lines as a two-door hardtop this year.
There's a good reason why I decided to highlight it today. 1959 Impalas are becoming even rarer when you aspire to a solid project that's not already stripped of all parts and full of rust. This hardtop is complete—at least, that's what the owner claims—and every piece of trim is still available.
The owner has already jump-started the overhaul, so the front and rear bumpers have been rechromed, and as a bonus, you get many extra parts, including a new gas tank and a new interior kit.
I won't comment much on the car's condition because anyone can see the most important details in the photo gallery, but you'll need trunk patches and other metal repairs that aren't surprising, given the Impala's age.
The engine under the hood is as mysterious as possible. The owner says it runs, but that's all the information we get, so it's unknown if it has already been rebuilt or whether it's the original unit. Find a good mechanic, contact the seller, and appoint an in-person inspection if you believe this Impala is worth a second chance – it is, but if you want an all-original inspection, a thorough live verification is mandatory. You should also put the car on a lift to thoroughly check the undersides, as the photos reveal it's currently parked outside, and this could lead to massive undercarriage rust.
Meanwhile, the Impala is waiting for a second chance, and the owner is only willing to trade it for another project. They won't sell the car for cash, so if you have another project you'll never finish, this full-size Chevrolet might be worth checking out. It's parked in Albuquerque, and given its shape, the buyer will need transportation to take it home.
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