1960 Chevrolet Impala 230CI V8

Highlights

• Marvellous factory-standard Impala
• Restored in Texas before UK import
• One registered keeper from 2 wks after arriving in UK
• Well maintained car and always garaged
• Beautifully preserved 4.6L car in stylish black

The Appeal

If you want to add a touch of 60s style to your big budget Hollywood movie, or lend some cred to your rap video, you need a second-generation Impala. These big-finned beauties, whether in factory trim or low rider spec, are as intrinsic to American culture as fried wings and cola.

They are a rare sight on these shores, but a very welcome one. Just look at this one, resplendent in black with the sun glinting off its brightwork. It is a paean to Detroit’s excess era, a time when anything went particularly if it aped the jet age. There are many reasons to want one of these evocative machines but the exquisite detailing has to be one of them.

This car shows all that off to very good effect thanks to an older restoration in Texas and then the care of its current keeper. He acquired it two weeks after it was first registered in the UK. It is the desirable 283CI model with the beefy 4.6L ‘Turbo Fire’ V8, which is running at the more powerful 230bhp output.

It is a very well-kept car, as you might expect of one that has been used for weddings. The paintwork and bodywork are well kept, as are the many exterior fittings, and the interior is a lovely, inviting place to be.

This Impala is as much work of art as a way of getting from A to B. If you’re looking for one of these rare cars in good condition and great running order, look no further.

The History and Paperwork

• Registered in 1960
• Built at the St Louis, Missouri plant
• First UK registered 7th Jne 2014
• Current keeper since 26th June 2014
• 1 former registered UK keeper
• Imported from Texas, USA
• Restored in Texas prior to arrival according to seller
• Private plate removed and new plate granted by DVLA
• We understand the car will be sold on plate 750UYG
• Always garaged during current keeper’s ownership
• Used as a wedding car
• Featured in an R M Sotheby’s advertisement for a £1.6M Ferrari
• Well maintained according to current keeper
• Genuine reason for sale due to emigration

The Condition

• Handsome and slightly menacing black paintwork which accents the chromework
• Contrasting white roof with matching rear valance
• Smart and unmodified car retaining its original factory features
• Fresh paintwork from Texas before import
• Paintwork presents well with some minor areas to note in photos
• Bodywork appears to be straight and well kept with good panel fit
• Underside reported to be in good order with no issues reported
• Extensive chromework correct to factory specifications and well presented
• Chromework shows bright and appears to be largely original with good finish
• No obvious damage to extensive bodywork fitments but some light marks to note
• Sits on correct steel wheels with factory chrome hub caps
• White banded tyres in good condition with spare wheel in boot
• Magnificent interior with extensive factory features including a/c and radio
• Four door layout with bench seats front and rear
• Front and rear black seats in good order
• Lots of great details abound inside and all in well kept condition
• We understand that the lights, electrics, switchgear and dials all work correctly

The Mechanics

• 4,640cc 230CI ‘Turbo Fire’ V8 engine
• 230bhp version of the 4.6L engine
• Automatic gearbox with column shift
• Regularly maintained with no modifications
• The vendor informs us that the vehicle is in fine fettle
• Garaged for the last 10 years
• No reported running or driving issues

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