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Unrestored 1960 Chevy Impala Always Parked Inside Hides a Low Mileage Surprise

The 1960 Impala was the second and last year of the second-generation series. It brought a series of important changes just before Chevrolet completely restyled the car based on the GM B platform.
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Photo: eBay seller joes-junk
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First of all, the second generation was the one that made the Impala a standalone series, as initially it was offered as the top-of-the-line version of the Bel Air. Secondly, the 1960 Impala brought back the three round taillights and dropped some engines. For example, the V8 lineup included a total of seven configurations, all variations of the 283 and 348 units.

The unrestored Impala that we have here today is one survivor still coming with the 283 under the hood. Best of all, it’s a highly original model that still features some 90 percent of the paint that came with the car back in 1960 when it left the factory.

Seller joes-junk explains on eBay the 4-door sedan is completely rust-free, and if you’re wondering how this is possible on a car so old, it’s because it was stored inside most of its life. The paint on the body is just “90 percent original,” according to the seller, and while it’s not perfect, it’s still in a somewhat surprising condition given its age.

The interior too is very original, and the only things that have already been replaced are the floor mats. Of course, it shouldn't be too hard to find them if what you’re interested in is a full restoration to factory specifications.

The drivetrain part comes with both good news and bad news. First of all, the 283 (4.6L) engine under the hood is the original unit that came with the car. The seller says the Impala “runs, drives, and stops like it should,” though the carburetor might need a series of fixes rather sooner than later. However, the Powerglide transmission isn’t original, as the car came with a Turboglide, only that a previous owner decided to do a swap for a reason we still don’t know.

The really awesome part is the mileage. This 1960 Impala comes with just 35,000 miles (56,327 km) on the clock, and the seller promises they’re all original, again a result of the car having spent most of its life indoors.

Listed for auction on eBay, the car has already attracted some attention, with the top bid currently at $6,000. Anyone, however, can take it home today for $12,500.
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About the author: Bogdan Popa
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Bogdan keeps an eye on how technology is taking over the car world. His long-term goals are buying an 18-wheeler because he needs more space for his kid’s toys, and convincing Google and Apple that Android Auto and CarPlay deserve at least as much attention as their phones.
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