Debuting in 1958, the Impala was an instant smash hit and helped to
propel the bowtie brand to number one in manufacturing with this
new model, accounting for 15% of total Chevrolet production. The
1958 Chevrolet Bel Airs owed nothing to the previous year, from
their four headlights to rolled and lowered rear fins, to the
all-new bodywork and curvaceous interior cabin. Introduced as the
top of the line Bel Air hardtops the Impala also featured the
innovative X Frame which provided greater structural rigidity and
resistance to twisting forces and, at the same time, permitted the
lowering of the car without sacrificing space. This Onyx Black Bel
Air Impala is in superb condition and is a great representation of
the one-year-only body style. The recipient of a recent frame off
restoration, every inch of the full-size Chevrolet has been
lovingly refinished. The laser-straight body work accentuates the
gleaming chrome molding and trim which is all complete. Also, the
terrific spinner hubcaps look just right with the wide white-wall
tires. Power is compliments of the 348-cubic inch V8 engine, first
used in 1958, with 4-barrrel carburetion producing a healthy 250
horsepower. This smooth running Turbo-Thrust V8 engine is connected
to the reliable two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission. A
unique factory installed option is the Chevrolet developed Flameout
Vacuum Ashtray. This accessory used a glass jar that was mounted on
the driver's side of the car, under the dash, and was connected to
the engine for receiving manifold vacuum. When the driver or
passenger was ready to discard their cigarette, they placed it in
the dash-mounted receptacle and depressed a spring-loaded valve.
Depressing the valve would allow engine vacuum into the jar,
drawing the cigarette into the jar, and extinguishing the hot end!
A 1958 Impala Bel Air is a unique find, especially one this nice.
Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional full-size Chevrolet
gem. Stock Number: CCNS58 VIN: F58L137959 Miles: 4,049 miles
showing on the odometer (this vehicle will be sold as mileage
EXEMPT) Engine: Period correct 348 CI V8 with 250 Horsepower Engine
Block Number: 3751872 (1958 only, 348 CI) Engine Casting Date:
C1158 Engine Stamp Pad: T3I7G (Tonowanda Assembly Plant, March
17th, 250HP) Transmission: Two-Speed Powerglide Automatic (3742349
- H157) Trim Tag Info: Style 58-1847 (1958 2-Door Hardtop Sport
Coupe Impala), Body Assembly Plant Code VN (Norwood, OH), Paint
Code 900A (Onyx Black), Trim Code 806 (Gray, Black and Turquoise
Cloth and Vinyl) Equipment: Power Steering, Power Brakes, Two-Speed
Powerglide Automatic Transmission, B.F. Goodrich Silvertown White
Wall Tires, Full Size Wheel Covers with Spinners, Dual Exterior
Rearview Mirrors, Front Bench Seat, Three Tone Cloth and Vinyl
Upholstery, Wonder Bar Radio, Flameout Vacuum Ashtray, Sun Pro
Temperature Gauge, Full Size Spare Tire Items Included with the
Car: Fender Skirts, Floor Mats, Original Chevrolet Shop Manual,
Assembly Manual Awards: Antique Automobile Club of America 2004
Senior National First Prize Winner Condition Code: (2) * (see
condition code chart for explanation of category codes 1-5)
Warranty: This vehicle is being sold AS-IS To learn more about
condition codes, the term numbers matching, conditions of sale, and
Hendrick Performance, please see the bottom of this page for
details and clarification. - Contact Sales Team at 704-453-2140 or
[email protected] for more information. -
