Like many full-size nameplates that debuted in the 1950s, the Chevrolet Impala went racing in the early 1960s. Introduced in 1963, the Z11 lightweight drag racer is arguably the meanest and rarest ...
Six decades ago, Chevrolet’s full-size cars underwent an epic overhaul. The X-frame chassis that had underpinned the Bowtie brand’s family sedans, coupes, convertibles and more since 1958 was out, ...
Let's start with the engine, as that is where the legend begins. The numbers-matching,409-cubic-inch V-8 sports dual-quad Carter AFB carburetors—good for a rated 425 horsepower and 425 lb-ft of torque ...
We talk a lot about early 1960s Impalas on these pages. However, it's often about derelict examples that need to be rescued. Well, that's how the cookie crumbles for classics that were built in ...
Back before the era of serious muscle cars began, there was a vehicle that combined Chevrolet's largest new engine with the most luxurious version of its popular full-sized car, the Impala. The 409 ...
Back in 2009, Hot Rod magazine concept artist Steve Stanford rendered a concept car that is said to be inspired by five timeless Chevy classics, including the ’61 “Bubble Top” Impala, ’62 Impala SS409 ...