Photo: eBay seller fordcrazy77
While my all-time favorite Impala is the 1961 release, I can't deny that the 1960 model also has a special place in the hearts of many petrolheads.
The 1960 Impala witnessed the first major milestone reached by the series. It became the best-selling car in the United States only two years after debuting as a Bel Air version (the Impala gained series status in 1959).
Chevrolet produced nearly 512,000 Impalas, with four body styles available this year, namely sport sedan, sports coupe, four-door sedan, and convertible.
The engine lineup was mostly similar to the 1959 series so that the Impala could be had with a six-cylinder unit rated at 135 horsepower, a 283 with 170 horsepower, and a four-barrel version with 230 horsepower. The 348 continued to be available, and the only notable change was the departure of the fuel-injected small-block configuration.
The two Impalas in these photos are something else.
They've been used for restoring other projects, so what you see are only the remnants of two hardtops whose chances of returning to the road are minimal.
eBay seller fordcrazy77 says that restoring these Impalas is still possible "if you have the money and ambition," though it's clear that 99% of the buyers would get them for parts. It's unclear how much is left, considering these Impalas have previously served as donors for other projects, but a brave bidder could attempt a restoration, especially if they have another donor in worse shape.
One of these Impalas still has an engine, but they both require extensive work, especially in terms of metal. They've both been stripped of the most desirable parts, and the cabins seem to need the most attention, as they're missing some door panels and other key components. The best way to determine if these Impalas are worth the money is with an in-person inspection, so you should contact the owner to discuss all the details.
The best thing about this duo is the selling price, as the two Impalas could sell for pocket money – which isn't necessarily surprising, considering the owner already used many parts on other projects. They still claim you'll get "many usable parts," and the duo will only sell together, with the owner explaining they will only give up on the cars as a package.
The no-reserve bidding is underway, with seven people currently fighting to get their hands on the Impala duo. The top offer today is $561, but the selling price will probably increase as we approach the end of the auction. The no-reserve auction means the higher bidder will take the cars home when the digital battle ends in three days. The Impalas are parked in New York Mills, Minnesota, and you'll need a large trailer to take them home.
Chevrolet produced nearly 512,000 Impalas, with four body styles available this year, namely sport sedan, sports coupe, four-door sedan, and convertible.
The engine lineup was mostly similar to the 1959 series so that the Impala could be had with a six-cylinder unit rated at 135 horsepower, a 283 with 170 horsepower, and a four-barrel version with 230 horsepower. The 348 continued to be available, and the only notable change was the departure of the fuel-injected small-block configuration.
The two Impalas in these photos are something else.
They've been used for restoring other projects, so what you see are only the remnants of two hardtops whose chances of returning to the road are minimal.
eBay seller fordcrazy77 says that restoring these Impalas is still possible "if you have the money and ambition," though it's clear that 99% of the buyers would get them for parts. It's unclear how much is left, considering these Impalas have previously served as donors for other projects, but a brave bidder could attempt a restoration, especially if they have another donor in worse shape.
One of these Impalas still has an engine, but they both require extensive work, especially in terms of metal. They've both been stripped of the most desirable parts, and the cabins seem to need the most attention, as they're missing some door panels and other key components. The best way to determine if these Impalas are worth the money is with an in-person inspection, so you should contact the owner to discuss all the details.
The best thing about this duo is the selling price, as the two Impalas could sell for pocket money – which isn't necessarily surprising, considering the owner already used many parts on other projects. They still claim you'll get "many usable parts," and the duo will only sell together, with the owner explaining they will only give up on the cars as a package.
The no-reserve bidding is underway, with seven people currently fighting to get their hands on the Impala duo. The top offer today is $561, but the selling price will probably increase as we approach the end of the auction. The no-reserve auction means the higher bidder will take the cars home when the digital battle ends in three days. The Impalas are parked in New York Mills, Minnesota, and you'll need a large trailer to take them home.
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