Photo: eBay seller jm-elect
The Impala was slowly but surely becoming a superstar in the early '60s, and Chevrolet decided to boost its customer appeal in two different ways.
First, it was the bubbletop roofline, which made the Impala sportier and… well… more adorable. I don't know about you, but the bubbletop was one of GM's greatest ideas (while blocking CarPlay and Android Auto was one of the worst), making the Impala more desirable both back in 1961 and today.
Second, it was the debut of the Super Sport package. The first Impala SS was a $53 package that included only modest sporty upgrades, eventually becoming a performance-oriented configuration later the same decade.
A 1961 Impala is fighting for a return to the road on eBay, with seller jm-elect claiming the car has previously spent 21 years without moving.
The vehicle comes with typical issues, including rust on the floor pans and in the trunk. While getting this Impala back on the road doesn't seem too hard, not everybody has the skills to take care of a bubbletop. Only a true connoisseur can unleash the full potential of such a beauty, so the project isn't exactly easy for an amateur.
Unfortunately, the rust damage has expanded from the floors and the trunk to the frame, so whoever buys the car will spend a lot of time dealing with the metal problems. It's probably worth it, as the Impala is still 99% complete. It doesn't mean everything is in tip-top shape and can be used during a restoration, but a car not missing any big parts makes it easier to get it back on its wheels and then on the road again.
The Impala has a 283 under the hood. It was the base V8 for this model year, and while it's unknown if this is the original engine, the good news is the unit is alive. The owner says they managed to get the engine to start after pouring gas in the carburetor, so you'll probably have to clean or replace the tank. It's a restoration candidate, so be ready for the typical repairs, though it's safe to assume you'll find more problems during an in-person inspection.
The owner says on eBay they don't have the keys, but the ignition is unlocked, so you should be able to get this Impala on a trailer.
The first step is to visit the owner in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, to see the car in person. The second is to win the auction, as the Impala has already caught the attention of many people online. The top bid is $4K today, but with nearly six days remaining until the auction ends, it's safe to say the price will probably double. There's no reserve, so whoever sends the highest bid can take the Impala home.
Second, it was the debut of the Super Sport package. The first Impala SS was a $53 package that included only modest sporty upgrades, eventually becoming a performance-oriented configuration later the same decade.
A 1961 Impala is fighting for a return to the road on eBay, with seller jm-elect claiming the car has previously spent 21 years without moving.
The vehicle comes with typical issues, including rust on the floor pans and in the trunk. While getting this Impala back on the road doesn't seem too hard, not everybody has the skills to take care of a bubbletop. Only a true connoisseur can unleash the full potential of such a beauty, so the project isn't exactly easy for an amateur.
Unfortunately, the rust damage has expanded from the floors and the trunk to the frame, so whoever buys the car will spend a lot of time dealing with the metal problems. It's probably worth it, as the Impala is still 99% complete. It doesn't mean everything is in tip-top shape and can be used during a restoration, but a car not missing any big parts makes it easier to get it back on its wheels and then on the road again.
The Impala has a 283 under the hood. It was the base V8 for this model year, and while it's unknown if this is the original engine, the good news is the unit is alive. The owner says they managed to get the engine to start after pouring gas in the carburetor, so you'll probably have to clean or replace the tank. It's a restoration candidate, so be ready for the typical repairs, though it's safe to assume you'll find more problems during an in-person inspection.
The owner says on eBay they don't have the keys, but the ignition is unlocked, so you should be able to get this Impala on a trailer.
The first step is to visit the owner in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, to see the car in person. The second is to win the auction, as the Impala has already caught the attention of many people online. The top bid is $4K today, but with nearly six days remaining until the auction ends, it's safe to say the price will probably double. There's no reserve, so whoever sends the highest bid can take the Impala home.
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