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. The 1968 model was facelifted with a new front end. A chrome beltline strip shared with regular Impalas was added in response to complaints about door dings on the clean-lined 1965s. A new three-range Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission was optional for 396cuin (6.5L) V8. The 396 engine came in two different versions one producing 325 horsepower and the other rated at 425. A two-tone instrument panel put gauges in a recessed area ahead of the driver. [81], In 2014, the Impala saw its share of the full-size sedan market increase to 14.7 percent, up from 6.9 percent in 2013. *Ford fans mainly got Mustangs, and maybe Torinos/Fairlanes as their 'hot rod'. A high-performance big block V8 was still available in the form of the Turbo-Jet 454, which produced 365hp (272kW) in 1971, but power decreased as the years went along. Impala Hardtop Sedan (1965-1970) Impala Sport Coupe (1965-1970) Impala-Kingswood Wagon (1965-1970) Other production years of this submodel: 1965 Chevrolet Impala Convertible specifications, all versions 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible specifications, all versions 1968 Chevrolet Impala Convertible specifications, all versions [9] As of February 2014, the 2014 Impala ranked No. Wireless charging for devices, front and rear splash guards, as well as lane change alert were added. In 2013, the Impala was replaced by the Camaro in the Nationwide Series. The Impala was Chevrolet's popular flagship passenger car and was among the better-selling American-made automobiles in the United States.[7][8]. I did find one on the net, but only one. A new Luxury Edition package featuring leather seating, folding rear seat, and rear spoiler was offered on the LT. The latter equaled the power produced by the previous years top performing 409 that was not available for any of the 1965 model year. Buyers could choose either vinyl bucket seats with a center console, or a Strato-Bench seat with a fold-down center armrest. A Luxury Edition package, last seen on the 2011 model, returned as an option on the LT and featured perforated leather seating surfaces, dual front heated bucket seats with driver's side 8-way and passenger's side 6-way power adjusters, inside rearview auto-dimming mirror, Universal Home Remote, outside heated power adjustable mirrors, Bose 8-speaker premium sound system, six-disc in-dash CD changer that played MP3 and WMA files, with Radio Data System, Sirius-XM satellite radio, as well as an auxiliary input. A Landau model available for 19751976 models featured a landau vinyl roof (with a chrome band across the roof), a choice of special paint colors, sports-styled dual remote outside rearview mirrors, color-keyed wheel covers, a vinyl bodyside molding insert, and pin-striping. The bench front seat position was modified to fit tall drivers more comfortably; shorter drivers found it less so. The unique VIN number would stick all the way through 1967, with V8 models designated with a 166 prefix and regular Impalas designated with a 164 prefix in the VIN. The 1972 model has a grille which extended below the bumper. All V8 engines were now available with the three-speed Turbo Hydramatic transmission for the first time though the two-speed Powerglide was still offered with the 327 and 350 V8s. The new full-size Chevrolets featured dramatically rounded sides, and an all-new front end with new hood contours, curved, frameless side glass (for pillarless models), and sharper angled windshield with newly reshaped vent windows. The 2018 model year Impala went from four trims to three: LS, LT, and Premier. [72], In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's crash tests, the 2000 to 2005 Impala was given a "Good" rating overall for good structural performance and no chance of any significant injury in a crash of its severity, except for maybe a minor lower-left-leg injury, such as a bruise or sprain. 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. [24] SS models continued to feature the engine-turned aluminum trim. 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. The CNG tank is placed in the trunk. During the Third Quarter of 2018 three new colors, Nightfall Gray Metallic, Cajun Red Tintcoat, and Graphite Metallic, were introduced. The hardtop tested out at 7.5 seconds for -to-60 mph and 15.3 seconds in the quarter-mile. After four years of growing progressively more boxy, the 1965 models featured more rounded sides. Clearly, the marketing worked; according to The New York Times, sales of the 1965 Impala and Super Sport models in that year totaled 1,074,925 units, a record yet to be eclipsed. 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. The Sport Sedan featured a new, creased roof line. As mentioned before, 1965 Impala production hit an all-time high not seen before or since in the auto industry. The camshaft part numbers and lift were one year only. [16], In total, 55,989 Impala convertibles and 125,480 coupes were built representing 15% of Chevrolet production. In 1969, the Impala SS was available only as the Z24 (SS427), coming exclusively with a 427cuin (7.0L) V8 of 335hp (250kW; 340PS), 390hp (291kW; 395PS), or 425hp (317kW; 431PS). For the economy minded, Chevrolet's 235-cu.in. Amazing GM put a Holley carb on that engine instead of one of their own. 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. Leather seating was no longer available in combination with the 40/20/40 split bench front seat. However, unlike the passenger cars, Impala wagons had dual-unit taillights. Monthly figures may be averages. [58] Police Sedans utilized the SS radiator and cooling system as an upgrade from the standard 3.9L engine (used in the Impala LTZ). Chevrolet built approximately 491,000 Impalas in 1961. The 1970 Impala was one of three remaining Chevrolet convertibles, with only 9,562 were built. The engine was introduced mid-way through the production year, and when it was Chevy began the process of phasing out the legendary 409 V8s. Optional V8s included a 300hp (220kW) 350 and a new 265hp (198kW) 400 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V8 (not to be confused with Chevrolet's Turbo Jet big-block 402 V8 (essentially a bored out 396) offered on that year's Chevelles and Monte Carlos). 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. New options for 1967 included front-disc brakes (standard with the SS-427 option), stereo 8-track player, fiber optic light monitoring system and vacuum power door locks. Powertrains consisted of mostly V8 engines. [98][99] The final Chevrolet Impala was built at the Detroit/Hamtramck assembly plant on February 27, 2020. LTZ (Premier) Adds To LT: 3.6L VVT V6 gasoline engine with FlexFuel capabilities, nineteen-inch (19") aluminum-alloy wheels, keyless access with push-button start, luxury leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual heated front and rear seats, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, exterior LED Daytime Running Lamps (DRL's), rearview backup camera system, chrome-accented color-keyed exterior door handles with touch sensors, and chrome side mirrors. Among the most notable was mentioned in the above quote from Chevys sales literature that announced the introduction of the new 396 CID V8. The "S" was available in both a 4-door sedan and station wagon, and effectively replaced the Bel Air for the U.S. market (the Bel Air continued in production in Canada until 1981). This was Regular Production Option Z24, marketed as the SS 427. However, the wheel shortage was remedied for the 1995 model year and 21,434 cars were sold. Chevrolet promoted the cars' Wide-Stance design, adhesively bonded windshield, and improved full-coil suspension. [13] The 1958 models shared a common appearance on the top models for each brand; Cadillac Eldorado Seville, Buick Limited Riviera, Oldsmobile Starfire 98, Pontiac Bonneville Catalina, and the Chevrolet Bel-Air Impala. The ninth generation model remained in production in LS, LT, and LTZ trim until the 2016 model year as a rental, fleet, and police car under the revised model name "Impala Limited". 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. And while sales of the Impala line as a whole remained relatively high, the Impala suffered the worst fate as its production was cut by more than 50 percent. Inside, front seat headrests were now standard equipment due to a federal safety mandate and the ignition switch moved from the dashboard to the steering column and doubled as a lock for the steering wheel when the key was removed, a Federal mandate that took effect with the 1970 models but introduced a year earlier on all General Motors cars. I did find one on the net,. 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. Chevrolet Sales. Also released with this version were the 9C1 Police Package, first released in 2000, as well as the 9C3 Undercover Police Package first released in 2001. 1976 Impalas used a previous year Caprice nose, with a new "egg crate" grille insert. The tenth-generation Impala was introduced at the 2012 New York Auto Show for the 2014 model year, with sales and production commencing March 4, 2013. The 9C1 and 9C3 also had the option of having the spoiler seen on the LT and LTZ until being replaced by the spoiler that is on the SS in 2009. In 1959, GM sold more than 440,000; by 1965 it sold more than 1 million. Two-range Powerglide, as well as Synchro-Mesh 3- and 4-speed manual transmissions were available. The Impala was reduced to the base model full-size Chevrolet and was popular with fleet usage including taxi and police-pursuit vehicles, but had coupe and wagon body styles dropped after 1981, and was eliminated entirely in 1985, while the Caprice continued unchanged until 1990. The Impala was also used in the NASCAR Pinty's Series. The 1962 model featured new "C" pillar styling for all models except the 4-door hardtop. 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. The 425 HP block casting number for `65 will be 3855962. In keeping with their huge size, these new "B" body Chevrolets were close to Cadillac in luxury features, styling, and ride. 497. Impala wagons got triple-unit taillights for the first time. This Impala mostly sold to fleet operators, with private buyers accounting for a quarter of sales.[63]. The 1967 Chevrolet full-size was redesigned with enhanced Coke bottle styling. Rooflines were carried over from 1963 unchanged. This article is about the fourth-generation Chevrolet Impala. Cars equipped with this option got full-length door glass minus the vent windows. Plush new interiors also helped attract buyers. The tenth generation models were shipped to dealerships across North America on March 25, 2013, and officially went on sale to the public April 1, 2013. GM is fully co-operating in the investigation. model year 1965 - Chevrolet (USA) all versions, total Station Wagons, includes Biscayne, Bel Air, Impala Station Wagon - 184400 units model year 1965 - Chevrolet (USA) Impalas, 6-cyl. Suspension and chassis design was modified for better roadability. Available engines were a 3.5L V6 (LS or LT) or a 3.9L V6 (LTZ only). An optional factory tachometer was built into the dashboard, just above the steering wheel. The Impala again was offered as a police vehicle in the ninth generation form. The fourth generation of Impala models, released in 1964, sold more than one million models to U.S. customers. The 1969 Impala also offered a new GM-designed variable-ratio power steering unit as optional equipment along with a seldom-ordered "Liquid Tire Chain" option, which was a vacuum activated button that would spray ice melt on the rear tires[6] (UPC option code is "V75"). Class and character exemplify the definition of Baby. [112], Automotive Fleet and Business Fleet magazines awarded the Impala the 2006, 2007, and 2008 Fleet Car of the Year. The Chevy Impala has been around since the late '50s, and it's still a popular car with a dedicated fanbase. As a result, Impala owners launched a class action lawsuit in July 2011 against General Motors. 19951996 Chevrolet Impala SS 4-door sedan. For the 2013 model year, the Impala was largely a carryover of the 2012 model. Like everybody has echo'd Chevrolet never kept track of the various combinations on the cars. It, as well as the other downsized B-body sedans, went on sale in late September 1976. Most engine offerings were carryover from 1966 including the base 250 cubic-inch Turbo Thrift 6 (155 horsepower) and 283 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V-8 (195 horsepower), and optional 275-horsepower 327 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V-8 and 325-horsepower 396 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V-8, with a 385-horsepower 427 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V-8 now the top offering as the high-performance 425-horsepower version of the 427 offered in 1966 was not listed in the 1967 specifications. The signature taillight assembly had an "upside-down U" shaped aluminum trim strip above the taillights, but the individual lights were surrounded by a body-colored panel. The 1960 Impala models reinstated three round taillights on each side, and a white band running along the rear fenders. [22] along with the small-block 283 fitted with a two barrel carburetor. Back-up lights were standard.[25]. The Active Fuel Management feature remained on the 5.3L V8 with a 17-gallon gas tank[66] for the SS model, but was no longer available on 3.9L V6 for the LT and LTZ models. The 348cuin was available in 250 to 320hp (190 to 240kW) with a 350hp (260kW) Special Super Turbo-Thrust with triple two-barrel carburetors, 11.25:1 compression ratio, and dual exhausts. The old 409-cubic-inch (6.7L) "W" engine was discontinued early in the 1965 model year, so early-production '65s got the 409, available only in four-barrel 340 and 400 horsepower options. The Impala also received new packages, including the LS Uplevel package, LS OnStar and Bluetooth package, LT Sunroof package, LT OnStar package and the LT OnStar and Bluetooth package.[69]. The 2011 Impala had the same wheels as the 20122013 Impala, but the 2011 Impala was the last model year where the chrome trim on the trunk lid appeared. Right hand drive cars were manufactured in Canada for export to countries such as Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, etc., until 1969. of torque at 2,000 rpm. Daytime running lights became standard on LT and navigation became standard on Premier. 1965 Chevrolet Cars Complete Set Of Factory . The new interiors were the most luxurious ever seen in a Chevrolet, and an array of comfort/convenience features. Another difference was that the block casting for the Impala LT1 had two-bolt main bearing caps while the casting used for the Corvette LT1 had four-bolt main bearing caps. 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 396 425: Muscle Car Of The Week Video Episode 224 V8TVThis 1965 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport is sporting a super-rare 396 engine, kn. Only the 3.6L V6 engine was offered. The 5.3L (325 cu in) V8 (with Displacement on Demand, called Active Fuel Management or AFM) produced 303hp (226kW). How many were produced??? Seven months later the basic design was developed. In addition to the factory-installed SS package, Chevrolet dealers could add SS trim to any standard Impala without the "mandatory" performance upgrades, and a number of '61s were so equipped. 4 Link, 12 bolt posi, mildly built 350, tubular upper and lower control arms, 4" drop, very nice paint, extremely clean all they way around. Steering wheels and instrument panels were color-keyed to interior colors, as opposed to the matte black used in 19711972. 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. Engine choices for 1962 began as previously with 1962 being the final year for the 235 I6. Radios (centrally mounted) and heaters were locally sourced and wipers parked in the center of the windscreen. That's the basic idea behind a tale from the original (1975) edition of The People's Almanac, about a group of disenchanted General Motors stylists who left the company and spent ten years between. Cheers! The Hammtramck Assembly plant in Michigan, where the Impala and other full-size GM cars were built, is being converted for production. [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]. It offered steel wheels with wheel covers (later alloy wheels), an AM/FM stereo with single-disc (six-disc optional) CD player and MP3 capability, SiriusXM, auxiliary input jack, six speakers, keyless entry, air conditioning, cloth seating surfaces, and a choice of two front bucket or a single front bench seat. It was assembled in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, alongside the ninth-generation Impala (now renamed the fleet and rental exclusive-only Impala Limited), and at the Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly in the United States. For the 2010 model year, the Impala was the only GM W-body car in production, although the eight-cylinder SS model was discontinued. Hardtops had a slightly shorter greenhouse and longer rear deck. The aluminum body parts were fabricated in Flint, Michigan at the facility now known as GM Flint Metal Center. The TH 350 was a later entry in a couple of years, not so beefy but very adequate for the sbc. A mechanical refresh for 2012 brought the revised 3.6 L V6 (with Variable Valve Timing) to the LS, LT, and LTZ trims as the single engine offering, paired with an updated 6-speed automatic transmission. The LS trim was discontinued after the 2019 model year. The Impala SS badge was resurrected at the 1992 Detroit Auto Show as a concept car designed by GM designer Jon Moss. The (PDG) convenience package, AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, and trunk cargo net were no longer available. The potential negatives, someone installed some modern bucket seats, they look nice but they arent original, the engine/trans change, aftermarket stereo and speakers. Around 1,046,500 Impalas were produced throughout the model year. 2016 models also came equipped with a new 800 cold-cranking amps battery, replacing the 900 CCA. The three-speed Turbo Hydramatic was limited to the 396 and 390-horsepower version of the 427 V-8. 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 Impala name returned for the Kingswood station wagon. Optional features for the 2014 model included "full-speed-range adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, rear camera and rear-park assist".[83]. Automatic transmission buyers were given the option of the newly introduced three-range Turbo Hydra-Matic for the newly introduced Mark IV big-block engine, displacing 396 cubic inches. [92], The Impala went on sale in South Korea as an export vehicle for the 2016 model year, marking the first time that Chevrolet had offered an American-built full-size sedan in the Korean market.[93]. Flattened tailfins protruded outward, rather than upward. Chevrolet sold around 710,900 examples of their Impala in 1968, making it their most popular and top-selling full-size vehicle. 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. The 250 inline six was still standard for Sport Coupe and 4-door sedan models; the 350 2bbl V8 became the standard engine from 1973 to 1976, with 350 cubic inches (5.7L), 400 cubic inches (6.6L), 402 cubic inches (6.6L) (through 72) or 454 cubic inches (7.4L) optional. You may not have a true SS, just badges put on, that was popular also at the time. [79] That same day regular production on the Impala (the 2.4L eAssist and 3.6L equipped versions/LT2 and LTZ2 trims only) began at their Oshawa plant,[80] while production at GM's Detroit-Hamtramck plant (the 2.5L equipped versions/LS, LT1 and LTZ1 trims) started production on April 8 and arrived to dealerships in May. Exact production numbers aren't available, but very few 1958 Impala Fuelies were . The standard engine was enlarged to a 235hp (175kW) 327 cubic-inch V8 with optional engine choices including a new 350 cubic-inch Turbo Fire V8 rated at 255 and 300hp (220kW), a 265hp (198kW) 396 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V8, and 427 cubic-inch Turbo Jet V8s rated at 335 and 390hp (291kW). The system was not advertised in a big way and many of the cars were used for crash testing by both GM and the Federal government. The tailfins of the 1957 were replaced by deeply sculptured rear fenders. The jet black interior was added to the LT convenience package, while the accessory level wheel locks became standard on all trims. [44] With a wheelbase three inches longer (though an inch shorter overall) than the Mid-size Lumina, the new Chevrolet Impala was categorized as full-size by cars.com[45] but mid-size by Consumer Guide Automotive. One thousand 1973 Impalas were built with an "Air Cushion Restraint System" (ACRS) that used an Oldmobile instrument panel and unique steering wheel that contained both a driver and front passenger air bag. Chevrolet's full-size 1965 model was curvier and larger than its counterparts of 1963-1964. [59] With the use of the 5.3L LS4 V8, the Impala SS is capable of a 5.6 second 060mph (097km/h) time and a quarter-mile time of 14.2 seconds traveling at 101mph (163km/h). In 2007, Active Fuel Management became an option across the board for the Impala. For 1958 GM was promoting their 50th year of production, and introduced anniversary models for each brand; Cadillac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Chevrolet. The SS badge was to become Chevrolet's signature of performance on many models, though it often has been an appearance package only. [14] New to the options list was cruise control. The limited-slip rear differential was standard (as opposed to the optional G80 on Caprices) and the suspension was an inch lower. Today's Impala, introduced as a 2014 model, was a substantial upgrade from the previous generation. [14] The 1958 model year was the first with dual headlamps. 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