There were also two versions of the 327 CID base V8 engines that were rated at either 250 or 300 horsepower. Starting for the 1962 model year, the Impala SS was an appearance package limited to hardtop coupe and convertible coupe models, available with all engines in the Impala series starting with the base 235cuin (3.9L), 135hp (101kW; 137PS) inline-6 through 1967, though the big-block engines and heavy-duty parts could still be ordered. All of this aimed to give Chevrolet buyers a "one-of-a-kind" taste of Cadillac's look and ride. This "halo" model also featured the "spinner" wheel covers from the Impala SS, with the "SS" logo centers replaced by a Chevrolet "bowtie" emblem. The RSS included aggressive wheels, front/rear bumper and rocker panel extensions, a spoiler and various interior upgrades. Visit our online store to see all we have to offer for 1965 Impala Parts restoration parts. However, the wheel shortage was remedied for the 1995 model year and 21,434 cars were sold. Other later-built cars had the 396cuin (6.5L) as the big-block option. A 283cuin (4,640cc) engine was the standard V8, with ratings of 185hp (138kW), 230hp (170kW), and 250hp (190kW) with optional Rochester Ramjet fuel injection. [94] However, GM CEO Mary Barra later said that unlike Ford and FCA, GM had no plans to exit the sedan market,[95] and at the time stated that the Impala would continue in production as a way to fill the void left by the planned departure of the Ford Taurus in 2019. The design was similar to the other full-size cars, except that a new formal-top roofline treatment was available. [107] In response, the current General Motors leadership claimed about a month later that they are not responsible to repair the defective vehicles manufactured pre-General Motors Bailout. At the top of the engine roster, the big block 427 was replaced by a new, longer stroke, 454 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V8 offered in power ratings of 345hp (257kW) and 390hp (290kW). 1965 Impala As mentioned before, 1965 Impala production hit an all-time high not seen before or since in the auto industry. Early 2010 models had the lower front-side GM badges but were also later deleted.[67][68]. For 1964, the Impala was restyled to a more rounded, softer look. The best-selling body style was the formal-roof Custom Coupe. The Impala's factory SS package in 1961 was truly a performance package when so equipped from the factory with both the trim and "mandatory" suspension and engine upgrades, beginning with the 348cuin (5.7L) V8 engines available with 305hp (227kW; 309PS), 340hp (254kW; 345PS), and 350hp (261kW; 355PS) or the new 409cuin (6.7L) V8, which in 1961 was rated at 360hp (268kW; 365PS). The standard engine was an I6, while the base V8 was the carryover 283cuin (4.6L), at 185hp (138kW). The shifter was moved from the column to the center console, and the engine was given an OBD-II computer control system (the camshaft was reground to adjust for the new computer). The new look was a success: The 1965 Impala was the most popular Super Sport ever, with more than 237,000 cars sold. 1965 Chevrolet Cars Complete Set Of Factory . One ACRS-equipped Impala was preserved and remains a witness to the ability of an American automaker to design life saving safety systems into cars without a government mandate. The Impalas included crossed-flag insignias above the side moldings, as well as bright rocker moldings and dummy rear-fender scoops. A new Luxury Edition package featuring leather seating, folding rear seat, and rear spoiler was offered on the LT. The standard column-shift three-speed manual was now full synchronized, and a new 250-cubic-inch six-cylinder engine replaced the previous 230-cubic-inch six while the 195-horsepower 283-cubic-inch Turbo Fire V-8 remained the base V-8 engine. Oldsmobile's 350-cubic-inch (5.7L) V8 diesel engine also was available. Police vehicles were upgraded to correct this defect and law enforcement agencies were compensated for expenses incurred for tire replacement, but civilian vehicles were not recalled. This would prove a good idea as sales of the SS would also reach all-time highs. The 1960 Impala models reinstated three round taillights on each side, and a white band running along the rear fenders. The concept car was two inches lower to the ground than the regular Caprice, and was powered by an 8.2-liter (500cuin) engine. The Impala was the #2-selling convertible in the U.S. in 1966, with 38,000 sold. The rooflines of the Impala coupes were also revised. Current owners may be able to tell if their car has side airbags by checking the, Chevrolet Impala - Shannons Club TV - Episode 9, 2006 Chevrolet Impala SS Road Test / Family Four Doors / Car Shopping / Hot Lists / Reviews Car And Driver, Motor Trend: Car of the Year-February 1977, Chevrolet Impala (fourth generation) Impala SS, Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive, "History of the Chevrolet Impala 19582011", "Buick Regal vs. Ford Taurus, Chevy Impala, Dodge Intrepid, Hyundai XG350, Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord", "THE BLOG; What Car Sold Best? The 1968 model's front end received a facelift similar to the 1965 model, while rear bumpers held triple "horseshoe" shaped taillights. Collector's Auto Supply specializes in restoration car parts for vintage and classic cars and trucks. The two-speed Powerglide automatic was the only shiftless transmission offered with the 250 6 and 283 V-8, but the three-speed Turbo Hydramatic was now available with the 327 V-8 along with the big-block 396 and 427 V-8s. The CD player was now only offered as standard equipment on the LTZ, but available as an option on other trims as part of the Technology package. Caprices received tufted upholstery, wood grained accents on the dashboard and specialty pulls on the insides of the doors. Cloth-and-vinyl upholstery was standard in most closed body styles, but all-vinyl upholstery was a new option at extra-cost in several colors on all sedan and coupe body styles (heretofore all-vinyl trim was offered as an option on the Sport Coupe and Sport Sedan hardtop body styles in "black" only since 1963), and remained standard equipment on convertible and station wagon models, again in several colors. Leather seating was no longer available in combination with the 40/20/40 split bench front seat. [111], Motor Trend magazine awarded the full-size Chevrolet including the Impala as its 1977 Car of the Year. A four-speed manual transmission was offered with all V8 engines. The 1965 Impala SS came standard with the sporty SS hubcaps. Here we go again, Charlie. Engine choices for 1962 began as previously with 1962 being the final year for the 235 I6. Because of midyear changes, there were really two model years for 1965. Another interior revision was the location of the cup holders, which were moved beneath the midsection of the vehicle's center console. [85] 2016 also saw the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Capability features; only one phone brand at any one time can be used.[86][87]. The 3.5 and 3.9L engines were dropped in favor of a single, 3.6L LFX that delivers 302hp (225kW) and 262lbft (355Nm) of torque. It was more of a bucket seat, center console, badging and wheel cover identifier. Sport Coupe models now featured the "convertible roof" styling, shared with other GM "B" full-size hardtop coupe, which proved popular. The "X" frame was dropped for a new Girder-Guard full-width perimeter frame which reduced the size of the inside driveline tunnel and redesigned suspension. The SS's has special interior for the SS production only. The 396 was first introduced on 02/15/65, so the casting date should be after this date for either the 325 or 425 engines. The standard perimeter-type frame was abandoned, replaced by a unit with rails laid out in the form of an elongated "X". Clare MacKichan's design team, along with designers from Pontiac, started to establish basic packaging and dimensions for their shared 1958 General Motors "A" body in June. The Impala Caprice arrived as Chevy's four-door . Sport Coupe models featured a "bubbleback" roof line style for 1961, and a unique model, the 2-door pillared sedan, was available for 1961 only. 1962-1965 Chevrolet Impala 1958-1965 Chevrolet Impala Models, Prices, Production 1958 Chevrolet Work on the 1958 Chevrolet began in earnest in mid 1955 at a time when the sales potential of the 1955 cars, themselves a radical departure in many respects from their forebears, wasn't fully apparent. Standard wheel covers were the same as the optional full covers on other big Chevrolets, but the centers featured the "SS" logo surrounded by tri-color ring of red, white and blue. Approximately 1500 (say give or take 50) 1965 Chevrolet Belair 4 door sedans and 1965 Chevrolet Impala Sport Sedans (4 door pillar less hardtops) were assembled by General Motors - Holden in . Among the most notable was mentioned in the above quote from Chevys sales literature that announced the introduction of the new 396 CID V8. New this year was the big-block 396 cubic-inch Turbo-Jet. However, the system proved to be problematic and was disliked by many buyers. The cars had a base price of $2,672, which was less expensive than it had been the previous year. The Impala remained Chevrolet's top-selling model with the fifth generation. Plush new interiors also helped attract buyers. None of these cars had the name "Impala" anywhere on the body or interior, and Chevrolet often marketed them as the "Chevrolet SS427," sans the "Impala" name. Unveiled in October 2013 by General Motors CEO Dan Akerson, the Bi-Fuel Impala would be offered to both fleet customers and retail. The Impala SS did not get the 9C1's external oil-to-air engine oil cooler, nor were all the body mounts secured (the standard Caprice and Impala SS were assembled at the factory with the front three body mounts missing one of the rubber cushions, while the 9C1 was assembled with all rubber cushions in place). straight-six, then two optional 283-cu.in. Keyless starts, rear camera view, and MyLink became standard on all three levels trims, as the LS trim deletes the 4.2 inch display and AM/FM radio features. "They were affordable and so many people had the opportunity to experience them that they really became very much a part of . For general Impala information, see, The Chevrolet Chronicle-by the Editors of Consumer Guide, 3rd Edition Standard Catalog of American Cars: 1946-75 pg. [82], The 2014 Impala came standard with 18inch wheels (19, and 20inch offered in higher trims), low profile HID Headlights and LED daytime running lights (On LTZ trim) and offered three engines; a 2.5 L 4-Cylinder (the first time the Impala will use this type), a 2.4 L 4-Cylinder with hybrid-assist technology, and a 3.6 L V6. The 283 was also enlarged to 327-cubic-inch (5.4L), offered in two versions, one with 250bhp (186kW) and one with 300bhp (224kW). Curb weights rose more than 125 lbs. So was the fascination with large sporty cars, prompting abandonment of the Impala Super Sport. 160. The buyer of a new 1965 Impala had a choice of 10 engines ranging from the standard 230-cu.in., 140hp straight-six all the way to the tire-shredding 425hp, 396-cu.in. Right hand drive cars were made at GM's Oshawa plant in Canada and often shipped overseas in kit form for assembly in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia. No other examples are known as of this time. (Stig Blomqvist) and manufacturers. For the 2010 model year, the Impala was the only GM W-body car in production, although the eight-cylinder SS model was discontinued. In a December 17, 1960 press release Chevrolet Motor Division introduced the Impala SS (Super Sport) option to the market. The Australian cars had locally sourced amber flashing rear indicators replacing the clear reversing lenses, as red indicators were illegal. No. The 1963 Impala featured rectilinear styling with an engine-turned aluminum rear taillight panel surrounded by a chrome border on SS models. The Impala and the upscale Caprice sold well into the early 1980s. The primary difference between the LT1 in the Impala and the LT1 that was in the Corvette and Camaro was that the Impala engine was fitted with cast-iron cylinder heads instead of aluminum ones, and a camshaft that was designed more for low-end torque than high-end horsepower. Over the decades the system proved durable and successfully protected front passengers in front-end collisions. The 2015 Chevrolet Impala Bi-Fuel has a 500-mile driving range. It also came with the option for a rear vinyl bench seat as well as front cloth bucket or bench seats, both cloth front and rear seats, or vinyl front and rear seats. [75] The tenth generation Impala was the first North American sedan in 20 years to earn Consumer Reports' top score, with a score of 95 of a possible 100 points.[63][76]. The 1955 Chevrolet V8 revised everyones idea of what a production engine can do. In 2010, the aluminized interior trim was replaced with faux carbon-fiber. 1965 Impala Series $3,200-$24,400 1965 Chevrolet Impala Series Price Range: $2,700 - $3,200 Lower Priced Cars Higher Priced Cars Similar Priced Cars Other 1965 Chevrolet Models 1965 Chevrolet Chevy II Series $2,000 - $2,460 1965 Chevrolet Series C10 $2,005 - $2,060 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Series $2,025 - $2,600 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Series The 3.9L V6 was no longer available for the LT model. The new 396 Turbo Jet V8 was the first General Motors engine to receive the Rochester Quadra-Jet four-barrel carburetor that would become a mainstay until the early 1980s. 1972 saw the last Impala convertible; it sold 6,456 units, placing fourth with just under 9 percent of the market, right behind the Corvette's 6,508 units sold, ahead of the Mustang's 6,401 units sold. Rocker panel trim was deleted. In keeping with their huge size, these new "B" body Chevrolets were close to Cadillac in luxury features, styling, and ride. [57] The new Impala featured new taillights, different from the four-circle style of the previous generation. Throughout the early 1960s, Chevrolet's basic body designs became increasingly subtle, while the bright trim that was part of the Impala package added more than a touch of luxury to the look. The transmission was the 4L60E, which was an electronically controlled version of the previously hydraulically controlled 4L60. The LS trim, previously available only with the four-cylinder engine, became available with the V6 engine in addition to the four-cylinder engine. Marblehead Gray Metallic had been planned for that final year however the option was cancelled at the last minute even though many trim part numbers for the color had already been designated. The 2006 to present Impala is given a lesser overall "Acceptable" score for front impact collisions. . That's actually bigger than the show's described 275-hp V8. Specially stitched cloth door panels were accented with simulated walnut, and contour-padded seats wore a combination of fabric and vinyl. The Sport Sedan featured a new, creased roof line. Impala Sport Coupes had a graceful fastback roof line, which flowed in an unbroken line into the rear deck. The 2006 Impala was introduced at the 2005 Los Angeles Auto Show in January. Rooflines were carried over from 1963 unchanged. Leather upholstery was standard on LTZ models and optional on LT models. The Beach Boys produced a hit single, "409", referring to the Chevrolet, which became an iconic song for these cars. They used a version of the 1965 Impala dash panel without provision for a radio and installed in a dashboard moulding made of fibreglass, not metal until 1969. A high-rise, two-piece aluminum intake manifold and dual Carter AFB carburetors fed a 13.5:1 compression ratio to produce 430 horsepower (320kW) and 575lbft (780Nm) of torque. 1965 Super Sport exteriors differed only slightly from regular Impalas. Engine choices included the inline six-cylinder as well as the famous Chevrolet small-block and big-block V8s. Sales for the Impala 9C1 and 9C3 were strong with law enforcement and they were especially popular with large city fleets such as the NYPD and Philadelphia Police Department. The Chevrolet Impala (fourth generation) are full-size automobiles produced by Chevrolet for the 1965 through 1970 model years. 1996 was the last year of production with 41,941 units sold. (See Chart #2 at bottom of page for a further breakdown) * 1963 also had the 427 Z-11 model. The new rear bumper housed triple "horseshoe" shaped taillights. Class and character exemplify the definition of Baby. The Impala was introduced for the 1958 model year as top-of-the-line Bel Air 2-door hardtops and convertibles. The L72 425 horse power engine was available in all B-Bodies. (According to the Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975 by Ron Kowalke, which you really should read, if you add up all of General Motors's B platform cars built between 1965 and 1970 the. The hardtop Sport Coupe continued to be offered; it was a smoothly sloped semi-fastback reminiscent of the 1961 "bubbletop" styling. A Midnight appearance package was added as an upgrade for the LT and LTZ level trims, which included unique black-pocket wheels and gloss black badges in addition to the standard black paint. The Impala was Chevrolet's popular flagship passenger car and was among the better-selling American-made automobiles in the United States.[7][8]. Chevrolet Sales. LT Adds to LS: Eighteen-inch (18") aluminum-alloy wheels, eight-inch (8.0") Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system, security system, remote vehicle start, premium cloth seating surfaces with leatherette trim, dual power-adjustable front bucket seats, color-keyed side mirrors, and wood interior trim. The Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission was offered for the first time. The LT level trim added Entertainment, Convenience, and Leather packages options, while the Premier trim received the top-of-the-line Convenience package. The sleeker, more classic design that arrived in 1965 boosted the Impala over the 1-million-units-per-year hurdle, a record for a single car line.