Photo: eBay seller bkb918
The 1963 Chevrolet Impala introduced very few mechanical changes compared to its direct predecessor, so the engine lineup started with the 230 six-cylinder developing 140 horsepower.
This particular unit was considered the best choice for those who wanted to drive an Impala without a significant amount of power under the hood, especially if they were interested in an eye-catching grocery getter.
On the other hand, customers looking for performance could go for one of the many V8 engines, as the lineup included not only the base 283 with 195 horsepower, but also small blocks – a 327 with 250 and 300 horsepower – and big blocks – the 409 Turbo-Fire with 340, 400, and 425 horsepower.
The 1963 model that’s sitting right here on your screen comes with a 283 under the hood, and as you can easily figure out by simply checking out the photos in the gallery, the engine's condition is very good. And it’s all because the V8 and the automatic transmission have already been rebuilt, so the engine now starts right up, being ready to even become a daily driver, if that’s what you want.
On the other hand, there’s bad news in terms of the overall condition of the car.
Clearly, the Impala has been sitting for a long time, so a visual inspection is definitely recommended to determine just how much damage the rust ended up producing.
There are holes in the floors, and this suggests the Impala was parked outside for many years. And of course, you should expect plenty of rust in the trunk as well.
The good news is the car is being sold as part of a no-reserve auction started by seller bkb918, so whoever sends the highest bid can take the car home. The top bid right now is a little over $2,000.
On the other hand, customers looking for performance could go for one of the many V8 engines, as the lineup included not only the base 283 with 195 horsepower, but also small blocks – a 327 with 250 and 300 horsepower – and big blocks – the 409 Turbo-Fire with 340, 400, and 425 horsepower.
The 1963 model that’s sitting right here on your screen comes with a 283 under the hood, and as you can easily figure out by simply checking out the photos in the gallery, the engine's condition is very good. And it’s all because the V8 and the automatic transmission have already been rebuilt, so the engine now starts right up, being ready to even become a daily driver, if that’s what you want.
On the other hand, there’s bad news in terms of the overall condition of the car.
Clearly, the Impala has been sitting for a long time, so a visual inspection is definitely recommended to determine just how much damage the rust ended up producing.
There are holes in the floors, and this suggests the Impala was parked outside for many years. And of course, you should expect plenty of rust in the trunk as well.
The good news is the car is being sold as part of a no-reserve auction started by seller bkb918, so whoever sends the highest bid can take the car home. The top bid right now is a little over $2,000.
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