Vehicle Description
Chevrolet has long been considered a 'working man's brand'. The
interesting thing is, despite those humble origins, Chevy
consistently peddles enough content-laden trucks to also be
considered one of the best-selling luxury marques in the world. No
doubt, a big part of the firm's upscale appeal comes from the
Corvette. From 1950s optimism to 21st century moxie, the Chevrolet
Corvette has always represented everything aspirational about the
automotive experience. Of course, another part of that appeal is
the franchise's long history of creating many of the world's most
iconic vehicles. And that unique axiom is exactly where you'll find
this stellar Impala custom: self-assuredly rumbling at the
crossroads of timeless style and world-class athleticism. Timeless,
of course, because it's a 1961 'bubble top' that's been lovingly
massaged by one of the best hot rod shops in existence. And a
world-class stoplight slayer because, during that restoration, it
was fitted with 502 cubic inches of fiery Chevy big block! Ready to
see why the bowtie brand is affectionately called USA-1?
SIX-ONE SIZZLE
The product of a detailed, ground-up restoration that's absolutely
exquisite both inside and out, this superstar resto-mod does an
excellent job of wrapping enduring style around proven technology.
An all-American cherry that was ripe for customization, the car was
subjected to a systematic, no-expense-spared build that was
completed by the artists at Louisville, Tennessee's Alloway's Hot
Rod Shop. Reflections are pure class thanks to a slick combination
of Impala Desert Beige and Bel Air India Ivory two-stage. And
today, this sweet Chevy cruises the scene as a lights-out custom
that's been featured in numerous magazines and claimed numerous
national awards!
Rolling proof that more doesn't necessarily mean better, this
hardtop turns virtually every head it passes by simply doing what
it does best: being one of the finest Impalas on the planet. No
heavy add-ons or overwrought fabrication, just classic proportions
and tasteful aesthetics. At the front of the car, a chromed grille
hangs a bright Chevrolet crest between a guarded bumper, clear
parking lamps and old school halogen headlights. Above that grille,
a chrome "CHEVROLET" script leads chromed, jet-inspired profile
spears that are garnished with ornate Impala badging. A legendary
'bubble top' greenhouse bends flashy trim between polished wipers,
factory door handles and a small mirror. And at the back of the
car, Impala-exclusive taillights illuminate a second guarded bumper
beneath flat fins that terminate at a stylized cross-flags.
SHE'S REAL FINE, MY 502
Built to go just as well as it shows, this classic's 502 cubic inch
Chevrolet big block provides an excellent mix of fun times and
fried tires! At the top of the Chevy Orange mill, an Impala-branded
air cleaner floats a polished lid on a Gloss Black base. That disc
feeds a choice Holley carburetor which, sequenced to a coated fuel
pump, feeds a polished aluminum intake. That intake looks great
between polished aluminum heads, which are artfully dressed in
color-keyed, 409-style valve covers. The fires get lit by a hot MSD
Pro-Billet distributor, which shoots spark through quality Taylor
plug wires. At the front of those cables, a polished serpentine
system spins a polished water pump between a polished alternator
and a polished AC compressor. Cooling is provided by a big aluminum
radiator, which aligns a quick puller fan between a polished
thermostat and a polished cap. Spent gases are whisked away by
coated block hugger headers. The buff motor rumbles in a smooth and
glossy engine bay that leads chromed hinges with a chromed latch.
And naturally, that clean frame highlights a sea of first rate
hardware that includes braided lines, trick sticks, polished
breathers and a fully finished brake booster.
LOOKS, POWER AND ATHLETICISM
Not surprisingly, the bottom of this show worthy bowtie continues
the theme of pairing proven hardware with enhanced technology.
Glossy Desert Beige floors create a picturesque frame for a Gloss
Black rendition of GM's legendary X-frame chassis. That chassis
rolls low on a custom rear-clip that's finished with polished bars
and familiar RideTech coil-overs. Opposite that clip, a custom
front-half tilts two more modern coil-overs between polished
control arms. The massive engine's polished oil pan reflects a
dressed 700R4 4-speed. Turns come courtesy of power rack-and-pinion
steering. Speed gets scrubbed by polished Wilwood calipers, which
cinch a quartet of drilled and slotted rotors. Coated exhaust feeds
coated Flowmaster FlowFX mufflers. And all that hardware rolls on a
sweet set of polished Boyd Coddington blades, which spin 215/50R17
Michelin Premiers in front of 275/40ZR20 Kumho Ecstas.
CUSTOM AND COOL
Between the doors, a custom cockpit manifests as a supple sea of
tasteful leather that's enhanced by classic Chevrolet style. Those
choice digs, installed by Paul Atkins, revolve around a quartet of
broad buckets that mimic Super Sport fashion of the mid-60s. Those
chrome-piped thrones get dissected by a '63 Impala SS console
that's been tastefully modified for a fashionable shifter. A
streamlined dash hangs a rebuilt speedometer above Vintage Air
climate control, Classic Instruments accessory gauges and a
requisite Straight Line Tuning radio. A snazzy billet foot pedal
shades crisp Daytona Carpet, which floats piped and color-keyed
mats beneath attractive side panels and a tight headliner. And the
driver spins a gold-trimmed Impala steering wheel around a tilting
column.
Owning a lights-out classic is cool. Owning a lights-out classic
that's been tastefully customized is something few are lucky enough
to experience. Owning a tastefully customized, lights-out classic
that's propelled by one of the hottest powerplants ever created is
the stuff most gearheads dream about. Don't miss your chance to
enjoy this incredible Chevy Impala!
HIGHLIGHTS
World class Impala resto-mod that's the product of a professional,
ground-up build
Built by Alloway's Hot Rod Shop
Earned a Goodguys Custom of the Year award
Earned an NSRA Builder's Choice award
Earned an NSRA Pro's Pick award
Earned several Best of Show awards
Featured four times in Popular Hot Rodding magazine
Featured twice in Street Scene magazine
Featured in Super Chevy magazine
Featured in the Goodguys Gazette
502 cubic inch Chevrolet Performance V8 with aluminum heads
GM 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission
Modern air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Wilwood 4-wheel power disc brakes
Substantially upgraded chassis with coil-over-shocks and a lowered
ride height
Custom leather interior
Chevrolet Impala Desert Beige and Bel Air India Ivory paint
Chrome-plated trim
17 and 20-inch Boyd Coddington wheels
Coated exhaust with Flowmaster FlowFX mufflers
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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