Vehicle Description
This 1958 Chevrolet Impala is a nicely optioned 2 door hardtop that
is ready for some serious summer cruising! After nearly a decade of
continued growth in automotive industry, an economic downtown in
1958 caused buyers to start slamming the brakes on new automobile
purchases. Despite the less than ideal economic circumstances the
American automakers continued to release new vehicle designs and
launch new items, some of which remain some of the most iconic
automobiles ever produced. One such example was the 1958 Chevrolet
Impala, which was a top trim level option package for Chevy's Bel
Air line. Emerging from the iconic design period known as the
Tri-Five era, Chevrolet redesigned all of its 1958 passenger cars.
The Impala sported the new-look, modernized style and was touted in
Chevy's marketing materials as "lower, wider, [and] longer." The
Impala's top notch passenger cabin was considered to be the
plushest and most luxurious Chevrolet interior produced by the GM
marque up until 1958 and remains one of the most iconic Chevy
interiors ever produced. The exteriors also underwent a major
facelift. Up front, one of the most famous and noticeable update
was the addition of a new dual headlight design brought on by a
change in government regulation, and was in line with the changes
seen on virtually all American manufacturers in 1958. Additionally,
a redesigned grille and bumper design served as a beautiful
complement to the quad-headlights and really modernized the front
end look. The Impala's side profile also sported numerous updates
such as 4 Chevrons that were added to the front fenders as well as
additional chrome trim and Impala-specific emblems that noted the
presence of a top-level Impala. The other major change to the side
silhouette was a new hardtop roofline that further added to the
modern look of the '58 Chevrolets. Of course, perhaps most would
consider the '58 Chevys' rear end to be the most iconic design
element with the addition of 3 "missile" style taillights framed by
the swooping lines of the gullwing-like rear quarters. In addition,
the 1958 Impalas had simulated air scoops on the rear fenders that,
along with the additional taillights, differentiated the Impala
from the lower level Bel Air. The other major addition to Chevrolet
1958 passenger car lineup was the availability of a Big Block
engine that would make the Impala quite a stout automobile for the
performance-oriented crowd and it would not leave Chevy's lineup
for a number of years thereafter. Powering this particular '58
Impala 2 door hardtop is a 348 Cubic Inch V8 engine paired with a
single 4 barrel carburetor that together were said to have produced
250 horsepower when new. The 348 V8 is mated to a Turboglide
Automatic transmission ensuring that just about anybody can take
this Impala for spin around the block. Exhaust exits 348 Chevy
powerplant via a dual exhaust setup that creates a nice throaty
sound out of the rear tailpipes. This 1958 Impala is equipped with
some great options! With power brakes, bringing this '58 Impala to
a complete stop is made much easier especially with all that big
block power under the hood. Power steering is another welcome
addition to this 1958 Chevrolet since it makes squeezing into a
tight parking space almost effortless. An outside chrome mirror is
also a great add-on since it makes it much easier to see when
pulling into a cramped spot. Riding on a set of thin whitewall
radial tires paired with a set of full wheelcovers, this 1958
Impala has a great look and even better ride. The exterior of this
Chevy Impala has been correctly refinished in Onyx Black giving it
the same look from when it rolled off the Janesville assembly line
back in '58. The interior of this 1958 Chevrolet Impala is
gorgeous! The front and rear bench seats have been correctly
reupholstered in Red vinyl with Gray, Black, and Red Tri-Tone cloth
inserts. The color-matched upholstered door panels, dash, red
carpeting and red and silver steering wheel are all in great shape
as well and appear to retain a nice stock appearance. The
instrument cluster is outfitted with a 120 MPH speedometer,
temperature gauge, and fuel gauge. The dash is finished off with a
push-button AM radio, locking glovebox, and clock as well. Whether
you're buying your first classic car or you're adding to an
existing collection, this 1958 Chevrolet Impala would make a great
choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at 763-428-7337!
*348 Cu. In. V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*Turboglide Automatic
*Dual Exhaust
*Power Brakes
*Power Steering
*Correct Onyx Black Exterior
*Correct Red/Black/Gray Vinyl/Cloth Interior
*Single Chrome Outside Mirror
*Whitewall Radial Tires w/ Full Wheelcovers
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 48,472 Miles
