For Sale: 1965 Chevrolet Impala in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 2 Door Hardtop

"While he lived at home, Allison drove under the assumed name of Bob Sunderman until his parents found out. Then, claiming to be an older age, he began running the NASCAR Sportsman circuit as probably one of the youngest 21 year olds in racing history. His first major victory came on June 1, 1959, in Montgomery, Al. Allison raced modified stock cars, honing his driving skills in the tough Alabama modified sportsman circuit. He won his first national NASCAR "Modified Special Crown" in 1962, won it again in 1963, and in 1964 be won NASCAR's Modified Crown." Motorsportshalloffame.com

For consignment, a 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 2 door hardtop showing 433 miles, but the true miles are unknown due to a PA title exemption. This car has been replicated to appear as Bobby Allison's Impala he shared riding duties with Chris Turner. The car's livery, more than its ranking in NASCAR, is legendary and was built by Rhine Built Enterprises.

Exterior
Unmistakable Tuxedo Black paint covers the car adorned with gold graphics that match the horizontal panels of the car. The hood advertises 427 boldly with black graphics bordered in red, while the doors wear the 22 in gold and red trim. Our consignor lets us know that numbering and lettering has been hand painted! The elongated rear quarter panel provides plenty of room for the Rosenthal Chevrolet sponsorship call out while the front leaves room for brand decals. Hood pins and 15-inch slotted wheels painted gold help solidify this excellent tribute and the rear view of triple tail lights and straight bumper are one of the reasons why this era of classic Impala's are so sought after. A once ubiquitous design now incredibly dramatic. So you can identify the car from the nosebleed seats or a helicopter, a large 22 is on the roof with vibrant red borders. Imperfections include some bubbling on the hood, chips along the windshield reveal, A-pillar bump and filler, a few scratches, edgewear, and other inclusions.

Interior
The tribute doesn't stop on the inside as the interior is race prepared, beginning with aluminum door panels in lieu of pedestrian vinyl, however hardware such as window cranks still remain. A full roll cage surrounds the two racing bucket seats while up front, a simple steering wheel and shaft column fronts the aluminum boxed dashboard holding Stewart Warner gauges. The billet handled shifter rises from a barren but glossy black floor. Were you expecting a headliner? That would only add weight to your race car, so there isn't one. In the trunk is a fuel cell and red top battery.

Drivetrain
Protected by a tubular cage, here we have a 350ci V8 which our consignor states is a GM crate engine, now featuring a Holley 4-barrel carburetor and headers. It's mated to a date correct Muncie M20 4-speed manual transmission with power routed to the 12 bolt rear axle with 3.31 gears.

Undercarriage
No rust here and overall clean conditions. The polished headers lead to a pair of FlowMaster mufflers and the exhaust exit in a faithful NASCAR direction ahead of each rear wheel on the side. Drum brakes are equipped at all four wheels and suspension includes coil springs up front and a 3 link with coil springs and a panhard bar in back.

Drive-Ability
The seats fit like a glove and the engine turns over with a pleasing exhaust rumble as we roll this tribute onto the test loop where this car tracks straight, handles turns like a champ, and has very good power underfoot with the Muncie doing its job. Purpose built cars like this have few features and as such, a high percentage of workable electronics, especially since this one's been completely rewired. Everything works! While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

This is not your grandmother's Impala...let's get that clear right away! This is a faithful representation of a race car and as such, you don't have the creature comforts, but boy, what an impact this will have when you arrive at the car show! This was born as a true Impala SS and now represents an iconic NASCAR Impala.

166375Y138688

1-Chevrolet
66-Impala V8 SS
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
5-1965
Y-Wilmington, DE Assy Plant
138688-Sequential Unit Number

Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price. All prices are before state, city and county tax, tag, title and license fees. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Classic Auto Mall is not responsible for errors and omissions. Please verify listings with dealer. Vehicles may require VIN verification and/or safety and emissions inspections to transfer ownership and register the vehicle in the declared state of residence. Please check with your local DMV office to ensure compliance with your states titling and registration process.

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