Chevrolet Impala came to be in 1958, but the GM brand wanted to use baby steps to make sure the new nameplate made itself noticed.
Impala debuted as the top Bel Air version, offered exclusively as a hardtop and convertible. The car became an instant hit, with Impala making a huge contribution to Chevrolet regaining the number one spot in annual car sales in the United States after years of Ford dominance.
Chevy made the right choice a year later, and in 1959, the second generation Impala received series classification. This new generation, which was only manufactured for two years and shared style cues with the Bel Air and Biscayne as well as other full-size Chevrolets, made significant styling modifications for each model year.
A 1960 Chevrolet Impala that’s been sitting for over two decades recently emerged from long-term storage, looking for a new home and hopefully for the repairs to become a perfect 10.
For the potential purchasers of this Impala, the pictures speak a thousand words. The car has a wonderful appearance, which eBay seller willowcat59 attributes to a do-it-yourself restoration that was completed before the vehicle was placed in storage. Even though the Impala isn’t brand-new, the paint looks excellent and only has a few minor bubbles and scratches that won’t be too difficult to correct.
The interior is also great and clear, without any rips. However, considering this was an amateur job, you might want to inspect everything thoroughly, especially if you want this Impala to be part of your collection.
The engine under the hood is the base V8 for this model year. The 1960 Impala was available with the same engine options as its predecessor, including a lazy six-cylinder unit, the base 283, and the almighty 348 that provided a boost of adrenaline to the driver. The 283 boasted the perfect balance between performance and fuel economy, and it eventually became the number one choice for Impala buyers in 1960.
The owner claims they bought the 283 in non-working condition, but it now starts and operates. In order to get the automobile functioning in the condition you can see now, they had to rebuild the radiator, the gas tank, and a few other components. They also cleaned the vehicle. The Impala can still turn heads like a true survivor even though it needs more tune-ups and isn’t perfect.