To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Amelia
Island event, 8 - 9 March 2019.
Estimate:
$60,000 - $80,000
- Desirable 348 'Tri-Power' V-8
- Upgraded with Vintage Air and four-wheel disc brakes
- Equipped with power steering, brakes, windows, and convertible
top
- Beautiful Glen Green exterior and matching interior
For 1958 all Chevrolets used an all-new, one-year-only bodyshell
shared with Pontiac. It featured a low-slung, X-member frame
containing all coil suspension, replacing the old leaf springs. New
for 1958 was the top-of-the-line Impala available in two-door
hardtop and convertible models. The new Chevy was up to nine inches
longer and five inches lower, on a 2.5-in. longer wheelbase.
Everything was so new that even the series designations were
changed - Delray, Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala. Apparently, this
worked as Chevrolet reclaimed the top spot in sales from Ford and
captured 29.5 percent of the market for 1958. Despite its sales
success, this was a one-year-only model as the 1959 models were
all-new yet again. Priced new at $2,841 before options, this is one
of 55,800 Impala convertibles produced for 1958.
Impala interiors featured a nifty competition-inspired steering
wheel and color-keyed door panels with brushed aluminum trim. The
348 cu.-in. V-8, essentially the division's truck motor, was the
new top engine choice for 1958 as bigger was not only better, but
necessary in the escalating horsepower wars.
Perfect for cruise-ins, tours, and shows, this Glen Green Impala
with matching interior is loaded with equipment and ready for your
enjoyment. Power steering, power brakes, power top, and power
windows are highlights along with the powerful 348 V-8 with
Tri-Power carburetion. Upgrades included Vintage Air which
unobtrusively hides under the dash and four-wheel disc brakes to
enhance safety and stopping power. A continental kit adds to the
perfect '50s look.
The quality restoration boasts straight panels with excellent fit,
excellent stainless and brightwork, and nice underhood detailing -
including proper engine decals. On a recent 1,000-mile tour the car
performed flawlessly and per the consignor, totally reliable with
every feature working as it should.
This Impala will provide you the confidence to "see the U.S.A. in a
Chevrolet!"
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/am19.
