Photo: eBay seller martinez4404
Say what you want about the 1964 Impala, but despite the new generation that was just around the corner, the new release still played a major contribution to the record the car broke a year later.
The 1965 Impala became the first nameplate in the US to sell more than 1 million units in one year (after WWII), confirming that Chevy's strategy worked great since the car's debut in 1958.
The 1964 Impala didn't bring many notable changes, but the 409 big-block unit returned to the lineup, serving as the perfect choice for the Super Sport. The 409 could be had with 340, 400, or 425 horsepower.
Chevrolet offered the 425-horsepower version of the 409 on the regular Impala, too, though few customers ordered the unit without the SS package. The same engine was also available in the Biscayne and Bel Air lineups.
The Super Sport in these photos no longer has the engine and the transmission, and while most people are tempted to walk away at this point, hear me out. The lack of a drivetrain isn't the end of the world and could actually be good news if you want a more powerful engine under the hood. You can install any mill you want, including the top-of-the-range 409 if you already have one for your next project.
Otherwise, this Impala SS looks like a solid candidate for a complete restoration. The owner doesn't share many specifics, so you'll have to inspect the car thoroughly, but the body looks good, with the paint still in good shape. I can't tell if it's the original finish, but I doubt it. The car comes without the front seats and a rear door panel but has a new carpet and the front glass.
From a metal condition perspective, the Impala SS is still a solid 1964 model year example. The rust has already reached the floors, but the damage it produced comes down to a few small holes in the back. You should still order a third-party inspection or go see the car in person, and if possible, put it on a lift and closely check out the undercarriage. The Impala has likely been sitting for at least several years, and depending on the storage conditions, it could come with more undercarriage damage.
The biggest problem for this Impala SS is the selling price. The owner (user martinez4404 on eBay) wants at least $13,500 for the car, with a reserve also in place, meaning that potential buyers must send higher offers to take the SS home. Nobody entered the race to buy the car, and I'm not surprised. The owner must lower their expectations, especially because their Super Sport is not complete, comes without an engine, and it's unclear how original it still is.
The 1964 Impala didn't bring many notable changes, but the 409 big-block unit returned to the lineup, serving as the perfect choice for the Super Sport. The 409 could be had with 340, 400, or 425 horsepower.
Chevrolet offered the 425-horsepower version of the 409 on the regular Impala, too, though few customers ordered the unit without the SS package. The same engine was also available in the Biscayne and Bel Air lineups.
The Super Sport in these photos no longer has the engine and the transmission, and while most people are tempted to walk away at this point, hear me out. The lack of a drivetrain isn't the end of the world and could actually be good news if you want a more powerful engine under the hood. You can install any mill you want, including the top-of-the-range 409 if you already have one for your next project.
Otherwise, this Impala SS looks like a solid candidate for a complete restoration. The owner doesn't share many specifics, so you'll have to inspect the car thoroughly, but the body looks good, with the paint still in good shape. I can't tell if it's the original finish, but I doubt it. The car comes without the front seats and a rear door panel but has a new carpet and the front glass.
From a metal condition perspective, the Impala SS is still a solid 1964 model year example. The rust has already reached the floors, but the damage it produced comes down to a few small holes in the back. You should still order a third-party inspection or go see the car in person, and if possible, put it on a lift and closely check out the undercarriage. The Impala has likely been sitting for at least several years, and depending on the storage conditions, it could come with more undercarriage damage.
The biggest problem for this Impala SS is the selling price. The owner (user martinez4404 on eBay) wants at least $13,500 for the car, with a reserve also in place, meaning that potential buyers must send higher offers to take the SS home. Nobody entered the race to buy the car, and I'm not surprised. The owner must lower their expectations, especially because their Super Sport is not complete, comes without an engine, and it's unclear how original it still is.
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