Photo: eBay seller ncardillos
The Impala needed only one year to evolve from a Bel Air version to a stand-alone series. Its sales went through the roof almost overnight, so it was obvious to everybody that Chevrolet had to promote it to series status.
The 1959 model year witnessed the debut of the Impala as a separate model, despite still sharing the looks and styling with the Bel Air.
The engine lineup was also similar, and the top mill remained the 348 introduced in 1958.
The same engine is installed under the hood of this 1959 Impala project, albeit its condition is as mysterious as possible. eBay seller ncardillos posted the car online, explaining that they "don't know if the engine runs." You'll have to discover everything personally or through a third-party inspection, and I advise you to check the car thoroughly, especially because its condition could make many buyers walk away.
This is why I said in the headline that buyers shouldn't scare easily. This Impala has been sitting for a long time, and the owner admits the car now "needs everything."
By everything, they really mean everything, including floors, brakes, bodywork, and the paint. The car looks good, but the closer you get, the more problems you discover, so it's a massive project requiring extensive work in every department.
We're not getting a closer look at the floors, but it's safe to assume they are wrecked. However, if possible, you should put the vehicle on a lift and inspect the undercarriage, as it's unclear if you can stick with regular patches or if you'll need new floors altogether.
The listing includes several debatable claims, and while I agree that a 1959 Impala is a fantastic project, I wouldn't call the paint "a stunning blue color." Furthermore, the seller also claims the vehicle is original, so you'll want to inspect it because it could make a huge difference if this promise is accurate.
The interior looks complete and somewhat clean, but it'll need work, too. The good news is that this Impala did not serve as a donor for another project, so you should find all the important parts in place.
The selling price could be the main roadblock in this Impala's dream to return to the road sooner rather than later. The owner wants $35,000 for the vehicle, and despite enabling the Make Offer button, it's clear they aren't willing to let it go cheaply. eBay's statistics indicate that 40 people are already monitoring the listing, so with a little luck, the car finds a new home by the time the Impala goes offline in 28 days.
Meanwhile, you can find it parked in Miami, and it's safe to assume you'll need a trailer to take it home should you reach a deal with the owner.
The engine lineup was also similar, and the top mill remained the 348 introduced in 1958.
The same engine is installed under the hood of this 1959 Impala project, albeit its condition is as mysterious as possible. eBay seller ncardillos posted the car online, explaining that they "don't know if the engine runs." You'll have to discover everything personally or through a third-party inspection, and I advise you to check the car thoroughly, especially because its condition could make many buyers walk away.
This is why I said in the headline that buyers shouldn't scare easily. This Impala has been sitting for a long time, and the owner admits the car now "needs everything."
By everything, they really mean everything, including floors, brakes, bodywork, and the paint. The car looks good, but the closer you get, the more problems you discover, so it's a massive project requiring extensive work in every department.
We're not getting a closer look at the floors, but it's safe to assume they are wrecked. However, if possible, you should put the vehicle on a lift and inspect the undercarriage, as it's unclear if you can stick with regular patches or if you'll need new floors altogether.
The listing includes several debatable claims, and while I agree that a 1959 Impala is a fantastic project, I wouldn't call the paint "a stunning blue color." Furthermore, the seller also claims the vehicle is original, so you'll want to inspect it because it could make a huge difference if this promise is accurate.
The interior looks complete and somewhat clean, but it'll need work, too. The good news is that this Impala did not serve as a donor for another project, so you should find all the important parts in place.
The selling price could be the main roadblock in this Impala's dream to return to the road sooner rather than later. The owner wants $35,000 for the vehicle, and despite enabling the Make Offer button, it's clear they aren't willing to let it go cheaply. eBay's statistics indicate that 40 people are already monitoring the listing, so with a little luck, the car finds a new home by the time the Impala goes offline in 28 days.
Meanwhile, you can find it parked in Miami, and it's safe to assume you'll need a trailer to take it home should you reach a deal with the owner.
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