Vehicle Description
1996 Chevrolet Impala SS
Residing on the African Savannah and confronted with a threat, the
sleek, nimble, and fast Impala will take flight to outrun or
confuse its competitor. Aptly named, the Chevrolet version
introduced in 1958, continued to emulate its animal namesake
through years of design modifications, and power options made
available.
This black beauty brings a shudder to my mind. As a frequent
speeder, I've engrained the Impala shape in my mind that I need to
slow down in anticipation it is not the Po Po awaiting my quick
arrival to their radar in their unmarked cruiser, (the Impala). Now
they patrol in anything, so that theory is gone by the wayside,
however it still sticks in my mind! Here we have a 1996 SS, and
it's from rust free Texas. It's never been in snow or salt, and
just took a trip in August to Kentucky with no problems. A low
54,191 original miles and well cared for now ready to be run after
and from.
Exterior
Beautifully straight all steel panels draped in deep gloss black
base coat, and clear coat, are seen throughout this car. Virtually
dent free, the car's exterior could be said to be in all but
showroom condition. All correct badging, and neoprene body matching
black bumpers are attached, even a black texture strip is on either
side below the beltline. 17" cast aluminum wheels are seen all
around and add some bright spots to the corners, otherwise it's all
menacing black.
Interior
Gray leather on a 6 way power, (drivers side), wide bucket seats in
front, and a full bench in back shows in very nice condition. A
leather wrapped steering wheel, leather door panels, and gray
padded dash are adorning the passenger compartment as well. All
power conveniences, power windows, power steering, power brakes,
power locks, AM/FM seek scan radio/CD player. Many of which the
controls are at the driver's fingertips right on the big doors.
Twilight sentinel sensor turns the headlights on for you when it is
the perfect time. Don't forget the trunk as it's covered in felting
and looks just fab!
Drivetrain
The 350ci LT1 V8 with a super smooth 4L60E 4-speed automatic
automatic transmission takes you down the road in a breeze. It has
EFI and a 10 bolt 3.08 posi rear axle. Overall, the engine bay is
clean and has just a bit of corrosion on the cast aluminum parts,
but all is clean.
Undercarriage
Slight surface rust on the cast parts, otherwise like new fresh
painted stamped steel abounds for the floor pans. Independent coil
spring suspension is on front, and a 4 link with coil springs on
back. Power disc braking is on all 4's and the exhaust is original
equipment.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and after a brief warmup, she ran great on the test
track. Nice acceleration, bias free panic stopping, and all
functions were working swimmingly.
Seen here at Classic Auto Mall a near perfect exterior, and nice
all leather interior, fair engine bay, and underside, but a smooth
quick starting engine, and almost undetectable shifting
transmission, in combination with all the convenience options,
offer a great combination! Runs like an impala, accelerates like a
cheetah, and has the heart of a lion, can you say Serengeti Plain?
Take a safari to our Hallowed Halls to have a look at this
animal.
1G1BL52P6TR153529
1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
BL-Impala SS
5-4 Door Sedan
2-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
P-350ci V8 LT1 260hp
6-Check Digit
T-1996
R-Arlington, TX Assy Plant
153529-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.