Vehicle Description
This 1961 Chevrolet Impala has the best iconic pieces, like big
block power and the iconic bubble top hardtop. Plus, they added
upgrades like extra power, strong front disc brakes, and a
five-speed so that this Chevy's classic cruiser attitude would also
be fun for modern times.
You already know why the 1961 Impala is such a cool ride. It was
the only year of this iconic third generation where the Impala
Sport Coupe included the highly stylized bubble top design. That
skinny c-pillar and the wraparound rear window are truly
spectacular. And it's more than just the roof that makes this an
impressive classic. Up front, the wraparound bumper shines brightly
from a proper investment. Along the side, good panels mean the
full-length sweeping trim remains virtually unbroken. And the
insert also gives a nice hint at the interior color. In the rear,
the artful dipping "V" with the three tail lamps on each side is
something so daring you could only get it in '61. It's such a great
classic that it makes for an awesome cruiser. The finish reflects
that with a glowing high-quality finish of Fawn Beige paint. It has
an era-correct feeling and just the right driver-ready style to
make it easy to hit the road. And everything from the dual aerials
to the 17-inch chrome wheels are all part of this easy cruising
feeling.
The pillarless hardtop means people can get a good look inside, and
so you get a well-coordinated package. The creamy white on the door
panels and headliner match the seats, and the gold piping goes with
the dash color. Even the steering wheel carries this theme with a
two-tone. You'll love the cool vintage style everywhere from the
checkered flags on the rear speaker grille, to how the AM radio
that's still there for display. But a true cruiser also has the
right upgrades. You have an AM/FM stereo w/cassette hidden in the
glovebox for better driving music. And the column-mounted Sun Super
Tach II on the column goes well with the Hurst shifter (have you
counted the gears on it yet?)
When you park this one, you're going to love opening the hood. The
348 cubic-inch V8 was the kind of big block powerhouse you wanted
for a street machine back in the day. And this one is dressed
perfectly with a classic-style set of Offenhauser finned valve
covers. And more than just look like a hot rod, this one has been
given the substance of added power from a Demon four-barrel
carburetor, an Edelbrock intake, HEI ignition, and dual exhaust.
Best of all you have the right mix of power and easy all-around
driving with a smooth-shifting five-speed manual transmission. In
fact, this one likes to be such an easy driver that factory pieces
like power steering are now joined by upgrades like modern sport
tires, rear air shocks, and Wilwood front disc brakes with drilled
and slotted rotors.
You're probably already imagining the places you can go in this
comfortable and complete iconic cruiser. So hurry and give us a
call before the best bubble top Impala around ends up in some
else's garage. Call today!!!
