The Impala remained Chevrolet's top-selling model with the fifth generation. Upon the demise of the Impala name, the base model full-size Chevrolet was rebranded Caprice starting in 1986, with the upper models being called the Caprice Classic and Caprice Classic Brougham. The car codes and vin will tell you the factory engine. 4 speeds from the same total, M20 wide ratio 60,941 and M21 close ratio 1,550. The L72 was only available with a manual transmission. in 66 the 375HP 396 and the 425HP 427 got a new solid lifter cam with more lift than the 65 solid cam. New this year was the big-block 396 cubic-inch Turbo-Jet. I have been looking in the midwest for years and have not found a twin. This followed the NHTSA receiving a complaint from a driver who experienced "inappropriate activation of the emergency braking system", adding it "alleges that the driver assist system inappropriately activated emergency braking bringing the vehicle to a complete stop under what the driver considered to be full braking force". In 1969, the Impala SS was available only as the Z24 (SS427), coming exclusively with a 427cuin (7.0L) V8 of 335hp (250kW; 340PS), 390hp (291kW; 395PS), or 425hp (317kW; 431PS). Full-sized cars could have a 250-cubic-inch six, a 307-cubic-inch V-8, either of a pair of 327s of 250 or 275 horsepower, or a 325-horsepower 396-cubic-inch V-8. Chevrolet also offered buyers two versions of its . That's the basic idea behind a tale from the original (1975) edition of The People's Almanac, about a group of disenchanted General Motors stylists who left the company and spent ten years between. From 2013 to 2017, Chevrolet drivers began driving the Holden VF Commodore SSV based Chevrolet SS in Sprint Cup until the Chevrolet SS was discontinued after 2017. However, unlike the passenger cars, Impala wagons had dual-unit taillights. Impala Engine Options: 1966 By Randy Bolig February 10, 2016 The 396 cubic-inch big-block came with a Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor, and delivered 325 horsepower. The L72 425 horse power engine was available in all B-Bodies. [96], GM later reversed course and made plans to idle the Detroit-Hamtramck and Oshawa assembly facilities and retire the Impala nameplate. Eventually, the concept car's engine was replaced with a detuned 5.7-liter (350cuin) LT1 V8 engine derived from the fourth generation Corvette. The new body styling was more trim and boxy than the 19581960 models. The build date of your car should then be sometime between mid February and the end of the `65 model year run. It was named Impala after the graceful African antelope, which was used as the car's logo. Optional were a 283cuin with 290hp (220kW) and 348cuin (5.7L) V8 up to 335hp (250kW). A tire-pressure-monitoring system, cruise control and a CD player were standard on all models, and a factory spoiler was an available option. At mid-year 1965, Chevy decided to try the "luxury Impala" idea and added a $200 Caprice option for the Super Sport Sedan which included a more luxurious interior, special trim and a more heavy-duty frame. The 1955 Chevrolet V8 revised everyones idea of what a production engine can do. It will allow the driver to switch from gasoline to CNG or from CNG to gasoline at the push of a button. The 1968 model's front end received a facelift similar to the 1965 model, while rear bumpers held triple "horseshoe" shaped taillights. Cars equipped with this option got full-length door glass minus the vent windows. The Impala SS did not get the 9C1's external oil-to-air engine oil cooler, nor were all the body mounts secured (the standard Caprice and Impala SS were assembled at the factory with the front three body mounts missing one of the rubber cushions, while the 9C1 was assembled with all rubber cushions in place). The best-selling body style was the formal-roof Custom Coupe. The Impala Super Sports even had their own body style code from 1964-1967. Bodystyles were extensive, including a sedan and hardtop sedan, Formal Top coupe, hardtop coupe . New taillights were mounted in the (still) conventional rear bumper. In 2013, the Impala was replaced by the Camaro in the Nationwide Series. Power assisted front disc brakes were standard for all models for 1971; variable-ratio power steering became standard in 1972. straight-six, then two optional 283-cu.in. A Luxury Edition package, last seen on the 2011 model, returned as an option on the LT and featured perforated leather seating surfaces, dual front heated bucket seats with driver's side 8-way and passenger's side 6-way power adjusters, inside rearview auto-dimming mirror, Universal Home Remote, outside heated power adjustable mirrors, Bose 8-speaker premium sound system, six-disc in-dash CD changer that played MP3 and WMA files, with Radio Data System, Sirius-XM satellite radio, as well as an auxiliary input. For 1958 GM was promoting their 50th year of production, and introduced anniversary models for each brand; Cadillac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Chevrolet. This was the final year for the Impala SS until 1994. [98][99] The final Chevrolet Impala was built at the Detroit/Hamtramck assembly plant on February 27, 2020. Wireless charging for devices, front and rear splash guards, as well as lane change alert were added. Along with the restyle came a few changes under the hood. (See Chart #2 at bottom of page for a further breakdown) * 1963 also had the 427 Z-11 model. The changes in the automobile marketplace resulted in Chevrolet redesigning the Impala for the 1977 model year to meet changing demands. Most Chevrolets got hidden windshield wipers. In 1995, Dark Cherry Metallic and Dark Grey Green were added as exterior color options, and the body paneling on the rear quarter panel was altered to reflect the cosmetic effect formerly achieved by a window insert. A chrome beltline strip shared with regular Impalas was added in response to complaints about door dings on the clean-lined 1965s. The 400 HP version was offered also, but there were no dual quad 409s in 1965. The Impala would be the #2-selling convertible in the US in 1966, with 38,000 sold; it was beaten by the Mustang by almost 2:1. The design was similar to the other full-size cars, except that a new formal-top roofline treatment was available. There was speculation that GM would discontinue the Impala in 2018 due to declining sales of American full-size sedans, in order to make room for more production of crossover SUVs. There were 57 produced. The cars had a base price of $2,672, which was less expensive than it had been the previous year. The 1963 Impala featured rectilinear styling with an engine-turned aluminum rear taillight panel surrounded by a chrome border on SS models. Z24-optioned cars included "SS427" emblems to replace the "Impala Super Sport" badges, a special layered "pancake" hood, and three "gills" mounted on the front fender aft of the wheel well la Corvette Stingray. The 2004 to 2005 Impala SS came equipped with the 3.8 liter (231 cu in) supercharged L67 V6 engine. The 1972 model has a grille which extended below the bumper. Marblehead Gray Metallic had been planned for that final year however the option was cancelled at the last minute even though many trim part numbers for the color had already been designated. Another interior revision was the location of the cup holders, which were moved beneath the midsection of the vehicle's center console. Approximately 2,000 Z24 cars were built for each model year 1967 and 1968 (slightly more in 1967, less in 1968), and slightly more than 2,400 were built in 1969. The Impala SS received body-colored trim, a unique single-bar grille with no hood ornament, and a rear deck spoiler. However, the sales high reached in the year would drop tremendously in the years to come, particularly for the sporty SS models. Tom Email Report You don't see many of them, but I know they are out there. Its sales success prompted Chevrolet to make the V8-only Caprice a full series for 1966. 1965 marked the introduction of the redesigned fourth-generation Impalas. With young car fans, Chevy was "USA 1" and used full size Fords were 'uncool'. A high-performance big block V8 was still available in the form of the Turbo-Jet 454, which produced 365hp (272kW) in 1971, but power decreased as the years went along. This was Regular Production Option Z24, marketed as the SS 427. The new rear bumper housed triple "horseshoe" shaped taillights. The TH 350 was a later entry in a couple of years, not so beefy but very adequate for the sbc. This began the gradual slide to oblivion for manual-equipped full-size Fords. In 2010, the aluminized interior trim was replaced with faux carbon-fiber. Leather seating was no longer available in combination with the 40/20/40 split bench front seat. [57] The new Impala featured new taillights, different from the four-circle style of the previous generation. To commemorate the Impala's 50th year, a 50th Anniversary Edition was introduced in Spring 2008. [75] The tenth generation Impala was the first North American sedan in 20 years to earn Consumer Reports' top score, with a score of 95 of a possible 100 points.[63][76]. A high-rise, two-piece aluminum intake manifold and dual Carter AFB carburetors fed a 13.5:1 compression ratio to produce 430 horsepower (320kW) and 575lbft (780Nm) of torque. The SS badge was to become Chevrolet's signature of performance on many models, though it often has been an appearance package only. The 348-cubic-inch (5.7L) V8 was discontinued and replaced by the 380bhp (283kW) 409-cubic-inch (6.7L) or 409bhp (305kW) 409-cubic-inch (6.7L) engine,[citation needed] available only with a manual transmission. [97] After originally intending to end production in June 2019, GM decided to keep the Impala in production, with the extension of the assembly plants' idling to 2020. The 1967 Impala SS was less decorated than other Impalas; Super Sports had black grille accents and black-accented body-side and rear fender moldings. All full size 1964 Chevrolet station wagons got small rectangular taillight lenses mounted vertically, one for each side of the car. In 1965, you could get an Impala with just about any motor that Chevy made. How many were produced??? 1 among Affordable Large Cars in U.S. News & World Report's rankings. For fleet buyers, Chevrolet offered a lower priced Impala "S" model that deleted some of the standard model's luxury features, such as radial tires, sound insulation and trunk light. Seven months later the basic design was developed. [59] With the use of the 5.3L LS4 V8, the Impala SS is capable of a 5.6 second 060mph (097km/h) time and a quarter-mile time of 14.2 seconds traveling at 101mph (163km/h). During that time both versions were sold in the United States and Canada. The SS trim line was discontinued after 2009, leaving the LTZ as the top-of-the-line model for 2010. The Impala SS badge was resurrected at the 1992 Detroit Auto Show as a concept car designed by GM designer Jon Moss. All body style codes in 1964 were four digits, which were changed to five for the 1965 model year. Chevrolet sold around 710,900 examples of their Impala in 1968, making it their most popular and top-selling full-size vehicle. The driver also went on to say that he heard three to four beeps from the system while driving the rented vehicle, which had only 2500 miles on it. None of these cars had the name "Impala" anywhere on the body or interior, and Chevrolet often marketed them as the "Chevrolet SS427," sans the "Impala" name. It also came with a Holly 650 carb. Much of this drop in sales was no doubt due to the availability of big-block engines in the mid-sized (and lighter) Chevelle, and even Novas could be special-ordered with the 396 engine with the new-for-1968 body. Throughout the early 1960s, Chevrolet's basic body designs became increasingly subtle, while the bright trim that was part of the Impala package added more than a touch of luxury to the look. [65] A Luxury Edition package was again available on the LT and now also featured leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering wheel mounted audio controls, traction control, and anti-lock brakes. Most engine offerings were carryover from 1966 including the base 250 cubic-inch Turbo Thrift 6 (155 horsepower) and 283 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V-8 (195 horsepower), and optional 275-horsepower 327 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V-8 and 325-horsepower 396 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V-8, with a 385-horsepower 427 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V-8 now the top offering as the high-performance 425-horsepower version of the 427 offered in 1966 was not listed in the 1967 specifications. Beginning in 1972, all engines were designed to run on unleaded gasoline. In addition, it offered preparation for a criminal cage to be installed between the front and rear seats. Using a new X-frame chassis the roof line was 3 inches lower, bodies were 2 inches wider, the wheelbase was 1-1/2inches longer, and curb weight increased. The Caprice model was revised with a new front end with a swept back style header panel with recessed headlight buckets, a new hood, and new fenders. Plush new interiors also helped attract buyers. Based on the LT, it added a FE3 Sport Suspension (replacing the FE1 Touring Suspension), four-wheel ABS, eighteen-inch SS-style alloy wheels (replacing the 16-inch wheels), rear SS style spoiler, "50th Anniversary" Impala badges on the C-pillars, two-tone, leather-trimmed seats with "50th" logos embroidered on the front headrests, eight-way power-adjustable driver seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel with accent-color threading including audio controls, ebony carpet, ebony floor mats with accent threading, "50th" Anniversary emblems on the sill plates and a choice of two premium exterior colors: Black Granite Metallic and Red Jewel Tintcoat. The 2006 Impala was introduced at the 2005 Los Angeles Auto Show in January. The base engine was a 3.5L (214 cu in) V6 producing 211hp (157kW) and 214lbft (290Nm) of torque at 4,000 rpm. [7] [8] [111], Motor Trend magazine awarded the full-size Chevrolet including the Impala as its 1977 Car of the Year. The Impala Caprice arrived as Chevy's four-door . The 1962 model featured new "C" pillar styling for all models except the 4-door hardtop. [63][78] All trim levels are equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission with sport and manual shifting modes. I have a 65 Impala SS Convertable,300 HP 327 with A/C. The Impala SS models were in their own separate series for the first time in 1965. The 283 was also enlarged to 327-cubic-inch (5.4L), offered in two versions, one with 250bhp (186kW) and one with 300bhp (224kW). The two-speed Powerglide was exclusively offered with the six-cylinder engine as well as the 283 and 327-cubic-inch Turbo Fire V8s. The Impala was introduced for the 1958 model year as top-of-the-line Bel Air 2-door hardtops and convertibles. Available trims were once again LS, LT, and LTZ. SS models came as either a two-door hardtop or convertible. Of the 76,055 Impala SS models built, just 2,124 were ordered with RPO Z24, a special performance package that included RPO F41 heavy-duty suspension and other performance features, RPO L36 (385hp (287kW; 390PS)) Turbo-Jet 427cuin (7.0L) V8, as well as a special trim package that replaced the "Impala SS" badges with large "SS427" emblems on the front grille and rear trim. The Impala name was revived for the 2000 model year, being introduced on April 8, 1999. 160. For $200, an Impala four-door Sport Sedan could be transformed into an Impala Caprice establishing a name destined for decades of life. Right Hand Drive cars were manufactured in Canada for export to some countries such as Australia, UK, etc., until 1969. A new three-range Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission was optional for 396cuin (6.5L) V8. The old 409-cubic-inch (6.7L) "W" engine was discontinued early in the 1965 model year, so early-production '65s got the 409, available only in four-barrel 340 and 400 horsepower options. Output of full-sized Chevrolets dropped sharply for the 1970 calendar year, below the million mark, partly as a result of a 65-day strike in the fall of 1970 - but that strike affected the production of early 1971 models. The aluminum body parts were fabricated in Flint, Michigan at the facility now known as GM Flint Metal Center. Even with its trimmer exterior dimensions, the new Impala featured increased headroom, rear-seat legroom and trunk space. Chevrolet also offered Nova and Vega Spirit of America versions as well. Chevrolet Sales. It retained the 119-inch wheelbase from previous models. The Graphite Metallic color was discontinued. The 155-horsepower Turbo Thrift six-cylinder, and 250- and 265hp (198kW) Turbo Fire engines were designed to use regular gasoline while the 300hp (220kW) 350 Turbo Fire and both 454 Turbo Jet engines required premium fuel. Sport Coupe models now featured the "convertible roof" styling, shared with other GM "B" full-size hardtop coupe, which proved popular. All of this aimed to give Chevrolet buyers a "one-of-a-kind" taste of Cadillac's look and ride. A contoured hooded instrument panel held deep-set gauges. [85] 2016 also saw the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Capability features; only one phone brand at any one time can be used.[86][87]. For the 2013 model year, the Impala was largely a carryover of the 2012 model. Another difference was that the block casting for the Impala LT1 had two-bolt main bearing caps while the casting used for the Corvette LT1 had four-bolt main bearing caps. Two-range Powerglide, as well as Synchro-Mesh 3- and 4-speed manual transmissions were available. Turbo-Jet 396 V8. 1965 Chevrolet sales brochure. Side-curtain airbags are standard for front and rear rows; side torso airbags previously unavailable became standard on all trim levels beginning with the 2009 model year. A mere 453 were Super Sports and . Canadian buyers got the choice of a lower priced companion to the Impala Sport Coupe, the Bel Air Sport Coupe, which used the same body but featured Bel Air trim. Also released with this version were the 9C1 Police Package, first released in 2000, as well as the 9C3 Undercover Police Package first released in 2001. Daytime running lights became standard on LT and navigation became standard on Premier. Radios (centrally mounted) and heaters were locally sourced and wipers parked in the center of the windscreen. In 2007, the Impala began to replace the Monte Carlo on the NASCAR stock car racing circuit; more specifically, on all the scheduled racing events where NASCAR has mandated the use of a car with different (and some new) specifications, better known as the Car of Tomorrow. It is the only full-size CNG vehicle manufactured in North America. The 119-inch (3,023mm) wheelbase, inner body shell and framework were carried over from the 1965 model along with the roof lines of pillared four-door sedans and station wagons. The new full-size Chevrolets featured dramatically rounded sides, and an all-new front end with new hood contours, curved, frameless side glass (for pillarless models), and sharper angled windshield with newly reshaped vent windows. A High Energy Ignition (HEI) system was officially introduced in 1975, although it was installed on some 1974 cars as a clandestine option. The Impala was available in two trim levels from 2000 to 2003. New front bumpers that wrapped around the grille and horizontal taillights were in the rear bumper. You may not have a true SS, just badges put on, that was popular also at the time. Impala Sport Coupes had a graceful fastback roof line, which flowed in an unbroken line into the rear deck. Unlike the previous two years, the 1969s finally got "Impala" script on the front fenders and interior. [citation needed]. This was the final year of the full-size Chevrolet convertible. The sleeker, more classic design that arrived in 1965 boosted the Impala over the 1-million-units-per-year hurdle, a record for a single car line. New Zealand models were assembled by General Motors New Zealand with bodies supplied from Canada already welded, painted and trimmed. Chevrolet built the last Impala on February 27, 2020. I have been looking in the midwest for years and have not found a twin. The 1994 Impala SS went into production on February 14, 1994, at GM's plant in Arlington, Texas,[36] and was almost identical cosmetically to the concept car, the only noticeable change being the chromed bowtie logo on the grill (vs. a red logo on the concept).
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