Photo: eBay seller kevin323v
Despite being quite a looker, the 1964 Impala introduced little changes compared to its predecessor for a reason as simple as it could be: it was the last year of the third generation, so Chevrolet was already getting ready to introduce an all-new model for the 1965 model year.
The engine lineup came with a little something for pretty much everybody, including those who wanted to experience the magic of the Impala without an insane amount of power.
So the 1964 series started with a 230ci (3.8-liter) Turbo Thrift developing 140 horsepower and then continued with the base V8, which was the same 283 (4.6-liter) Turbo-Fire small-block unit with 195 horsepower as for MY1963.
On the other hand, customers who wanted a little bit more power could choose the 327 (5.4-liter) V8 with either 250 or 300 horsepower or the top-of-the-line 409ci (6.7-liter) with 340, 400, or 425 horsepower.
The Impala SS we’re highlighting today is said to come with the original V8 under the hood, but the powertrain is as mysterious as it gets, as we’re only told it’s a running small block and nothing more. So, in theory, given the car itself has been restored, there’s a chance this factory unit hasn’t been rebuilt, and the odometer indeed seems to suggest this is the case, as it indicates 90,000 miles (145,000 km).
As you could easily tell by simply checking out the photos in the gallery, this Impala has clearly seen better days, though, at first glance, there’s nothing a thorough restoration shouldn’t be able to deal with. The interior looks in a decent condition, though the trunk might require some serious patching.
But at the end of the day, it’s a solid candidate for a full restoration, especially because we’re told everything is original, except for the paint, as the car has already been repainted at some point during the ‘90s.
Currently at its second owner, this Impala is listed online with a rather ambitious price, as eBay seller kevin323v expects to get at least $18,000 for the car.
So the 1964 series started with a 230ci (3.8-liter) Turbo Thrift developing 140 horsepower and then continued with the base V8, which was the same 283 (4.6-liter) Turbo-Fire small-block unit with 195 horsepower as for MY1963.
On the other hand, customers who wanted a little bit more power could choose the 327 (5.4-liter) V8 with either 250 or 300 horsepower or the top-of-the-line 409ci (6.7-liter) with 340, 400, or 425 horsepower.
The Impala SS we’re highlighting today is said to come with the original V8 under the hood, but the powertrain is as mysterious as it gets, as we’re only told it’s a running small block and nothing more. So, in theory, given the car itself has been restored, there’s a chance this factory unit hasn’t been rebuilt, and the odometer indeed seems to suggest this is the case, as it indicates 90,000 miles (145,000 km).
As you could easily tell by simply checking out the photos in the gallery, this Impala has clearly seen better days, though, at first glance, there’s nothing a thorough restoration shouldn’t be able to deal with. The interior looks in a decent condition, though the trunk might require some serious patching.
But at the end of the day, it’s a solid candidate for a full restoration, especially because we’re told everything is original, except for the paint, as the car has already been repainted at some point during the ‘90s.
Currently at its second owner, this Impala is listed online with a rather ambitious price, as eBay seller kevin323v expects to get at least $18,000 for the car.
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