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Chevrolet launched the Biscayne in 1958 as part of its full-size strategy that also included the Bel Air and the famous Impala.
The Biscayne was the least expensive full-size version, lacking the bells and whistles of the Impala. However, the Biscayne was still a popular nameplate, even in the consumer market – Chevrolet originally wanted the Biscayne to be exclusive to fleets, but the low-cost offering eventually became popular for all potential buyers.
One of the reasons the Biscayne was so intriguing was the common roots with the Impala. Despite lacking the exquisite Impala setup, the Biscayne still adopted similar styling and certain engines available on the more expensive sibling.
The 1966 model year witnessed the debut of the 427, an engine also available on the Impala, producing 425 horsepower. It was a solid choice for the Impala SS, but Chevrolet also offered the big block on the Biscayne for drivers who wanted a more thrilling experience behind the wheel without paying extra on the premium brothers.
The 1966 Biscayne in these photos rolled off the assembly lines with a 283 under the hood. The number one selling point is the low mileage, as the car comes with only 30,000 miles (48,280 km) on the clock. The owner says on Craigslist that this is the original mileage despite the car already receiving a complete restoration.
The full overhaul is one of the best things about this Biscayne, though it's unclear if the owner retained the original setup. The engine is certainly the one that shipped with the car in 1966, but otherwise, it's difficult to tell if the Biscayne is still original without inspecting it in person. It's also unclear when the restoration was finished, so go see the car live to also determine the quality of the restoration work better than in the photos shared online. The owner says they'll also share more images on request, so you know what you have to do if you're interested in this Biscayne.
The owner says the car spent its entire life in a garage, and considering it has already received a complete restoration, you shouldn't worry about issues like rust and rot. Everything is spotless, and the Biscayne needs nothing to return to the road – though I'm more inclined to say that this car deserves a heated garage to retain its flawless shape and low miles. However, it's also ready to become a daily driver, considering its price.
The owner is willing to let it go for $18,500, which seems a fair price, given that the Biscayne has never been as successful as the Impala or the Bel Air. You can find the car close to Easton, and despite its flawless shape, you should take it on a trailer to preserve the low miles.
One of the reasons the Biscayne was so intriguing was the common roots with the Impala. Despite lacking the exquisite Impala setup, the Biscayne still adopted similar styling and certain engines available on the more expensive sibling.
The 1966 model year witnessed the debut of the 427, an engine also available on the Impala, producing 425 horsepower. It was a solid choice for the Impala SS, but Chevrolet also offered the big block on the Biscayne for drivers who wanted a more thrilling experience behind the wheel without paying extra on the premium brothers.
The 1966 Biscayne in these photos rolled off the assembly lines with a 283 under the hood. The number one selling point is the low mileage, as the car comes with only 30,000 miles (48,280 km) on the clock. The owner says on Craigslist that this is the original mileage despite the car already receiving a complete restoration.
The full overhaul is one of the best things about this Biscayne, though it's unclear if the owner retained the original setup. The engine is certainly the one that shipped with the car in 1966, but otherwise, it's difficult to tell if the Biscayne is still original without inspecting it in person. It's also unclear when the restoration was finished, so go see the car live to also determine the quality of the restoration work better than in the photos shared online. The owner says they'll also share more images on request, so you know what you have to do if you're interested in this Biscayne.
The owner says the car spent its entire life in a garage, and considering it has already received a complete restoration, you shouldn't worry about issues like rust and rot. Everything is spotless, and the Biscayne needs nothing to return to the road – though I'm more inclined to say that this car deserves a heated garage to retain its flawless shape and low miles. However, it's also ready to become a daily driver, considering its price.
The owner is willing to let it go for $18,500, which seems a fair price, given that the Biscayne has never been as successful as the Impala or the Bel Air. You can find the car close to Easton, and despite its flawless shape, you should take it on a trailer to preserve the low miles.
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