For Sale: 1958 Chevrolet Impala in Ft Worth, Texas

This 1958 Chevrolet Impala is going to have you singing Beach Boys tunes. It's a custom build with a big 409 V8...and yes, there are dual-quads, too! Plus, the restoration includes a fresh interior, overdrive transmission, and more making this sleek hardtop a terrific all-around cruiser.

The 1958 Chevy will always be in demand for its single-year distinct design. Chevrolet just seemed to want to extend every line they could with the full-width grille, outstretched quad headlights, full-length trim, and tailfins so long that they started right behind the doors. And this one takes full advantage of these lines to have an imposing look. The trim tag tells us this was born a black car, but that was just the base. The consignor took his time locating a clean example of this significant year, and then he gave it a careful restoration concluding in 2013. The work on the car was about appreciating the classic lines, and at the same time, paying tribute to the custom car culture it really helped foster. So the factory Onyx Black paint was swapped for Black Diamond. So you still get that dark luster, but now there's more pop in the sunshine thanks to a cool metallic embedded in the finish. Smoothie wheels and large polished exhaust tips also add to the shine and custom style.

The restoration made sure the interior is a clean setup that was made for custom comfort. So the carpeting, headliner, and upholstery all have a fresh and deep black style. We especially like the door panels that offer a classic turquoise streak for a tasteful splash of color. There are other quality vintage details, right down to the correct rear seat armrest and working dome light. And we like how there are well-integrated details to make this a better cruiser, like the USB cable that links you to the satellite radio stereo. And you have auxiliary readouts and a SunPro tach done in black so that they blend in under the dash. It all gives you the right feeling that this hardtop was made for cruising.

The 1958 Chevrolet introduced big block power to the cars. While the legendary 409 cubic-inch V8 size was still a few years away when this one was built, we now know the engine bay can accept it with ease. So that's exactly what was done here for this true street machine style classic. The upgrade was designed to attract attention with all those polished pieces radiating from within the engine bay's smooth and dark inner walls. And The finned Edelbrock valve covers and air grabber is a terrific vintage touch. Underneath is a dual set of Edelbrock four-barrel carburetors. In fact, this is a full Edelbrock upgrade suite that also includes an Edelbrock intake and Edelbrock heads! This is also supported by the right pieces, like an MSD ignition and an aluminum radiator. There's only about 3k miles on the motor build, and so it fires up and idles nicely with the kind of well-invested and well-respected feeling. And because the Beach Boys sing about a four-speed 409, this has it... but in an updated way. You now have a four-speed automatic transmission. It's stout enough to handle the power, and it also gives you easy overdrive cruising. Combine that with power steering, front discs, and a rear sway bar, and you have a coupe built for far more than just fun between the stoplights.

Complete with the owner's manual, everything from the big block power to the sleekly dark style makes this Impala a distinct stunner. So if you like a well-built custom with plenty of attitude, call today!