Vehicle Description
There's no question that the popularity and values on the desirable
1964 Chevrolet Impalas have gone up, but that only means that now
is the time to put one in your garage. And sitting right in the fat
part of the affordability-versus-condition curve is this beautiful
4-door hardtop, featuring low 'believed-actual' miles on the body,
a high-performance 327 V8, and a slick Aqua-on-Aqua color
combination that is perfectly befitting a car of this vintage.
Azure Aqua was somewhat of an unusual color in 1964, and it's
really a surprise that it wasn't more popular because it looks
awesome on the '64 Imp design. If you're going to ante up for
Chevy's top-of-the-line personal luxury sedan with a performance
streak, light blue delivers a combination of presence and elegance
that's tough to beat. And at a cruise-in where everyone else's
Impala will be red or white, this one always stands out.
Fortunately, this Imp has clearly lived an easy life in the warm
and dry state of Texas and has been freshened as needed over the
years. It's been repainted at some point in the past and the paint
is just fine for going to the local cruise night but maybe not for
points competition. Bottom line, it's a very solid driver quality
finish that is a definite head turner everywhere it goes. The
sheetmetal is still straight and crisp, with great gaps and clear
attention to detail, and even the doors have that 'factory flush'
shut to them, which is a big deal when you have 4 of them. All the
correct brightwork and trim is still intact and in good shape,
including the molding inserts on the sides and tail panel, as well
as the all-important 'Impala' badges on the rear quarters. The
window trim looks newer, while the bumpers are probably original
and still shine up great, bearing in mind that this beauty is now
56 years old.
All Chevrolet Impala models got a great-looking interiors, and the
Aqua vinyl-with-cloth inserts is certainly long on style as well as
comfort. Much like the exterior, this one was likely restored when
needed, although many of the components may very well be original
and are holding up extremely well considering their age. The seat
covers, door panels, headliner, and plush carpets are all in great
shape, and even though they present well as they sit, we'd have to
think that a professional detail of this entire car would really
kick things up a notch. The stylish steering wheel with its
two-spoke, dual ring design anchors the cabin dramatically, and the
original dash with matching paint and aluminum panels is a
wonderful continuation of the exterior theme. The wide instrument
panel shows crisp markings on the gauges themselves, and the
original AM radio is still in the dash and amazingly still works,
joined by a factory A/C system that was upgraded to R134a
refrigerant and works great as well. Open the big trunk lid and
you'll find a clean set of original floors, an original plaid mat
set (although it is a bit tattered after working for the last 56
years), and a full-sized spare tire up on its own little shelf.
The engine is an upgraded, high-performance 327 cubic inch V8 that
was swapped in from 1966 Chevrolet, but the job was done so well it
looks pretty darn original there in the engine bay. It's not shiny
and perfect, but a weekend of cleaning could pay big dividends and
if you're the kind of guy who likes driving, then it's already in
ideal condition. Chevy Orange paint, a big snorkeled air cleaner up
top, and familiar cast iron exhaust manifolds suggest it's never
been altered, raced, or abused, and the smooth flow of torque makes
this Imp a lot of fun to drive. A few upgraded pieces like the
modern alternator and maintained master cylinder suggest that it's
been properly serviced and it's got a nice burble from the dual
exhaust, which features twin chambered mufflers. A PowerGlide
2-speed automatic transmission channels power to the original-style
rear end, and if you're looking around under there, just check out
how solid the floors really are: the perks of owning a true Texas
car. Power steering helps maneuver the bog body around with ease
and 255/75/14 whitewall radials have been fitted to the original
wheels with correct Bowtie hubcaps.
So forget investments and instead focus on the fun you could be
having with this lovely Impala. It's not perfect, but there's a ton
of potential here that could really pay off for the right person.
Call today!
