1962 Chevrolet Impala

Description

This 1962 Chevrolet Impala has a cool style, good features, V8 power, and a nice price. But that's not what's most important here. What makes this sedan so attractive is that it has a full history that spans three generations of one family.

This car has a well-known history because it has been in the same family since new. It was purchased at Bisbee Motors in November 1962 - likely as one of the last '62 models on the lot. The first buyer sold this Chevy to his son after a few years. He kept it for decades, including the family car that he eventually taught his own children to drive. They even used this Impala through high school in the 1980s. And then one of the siblings took ownership and has cared for it ever since. So you have a one-family vehicle that spans three generations. This was born the Seafoam Green with a white roof color combo you still see today. The paint is far from perfect, and the value price leaves room in your budget for a respray. But we bet you're going to want to leave it as-is. The story we're told is that it was painted in a high school shop class in the late 1980s. It's part of the time when the grandchildren were learning to drive and care for the car. So if you love this Chevy's full story, this is a great way to show how the car wears its history and is an instant catalyst to tell its tale. And we can all see the full respect this car received by the straightness of the panels that's further highlighted by the full-length complete trim package.

The sea of green inside has that cool classic look that makes this sedan so nostalgic. And the full-size room with two large bench seats was great for everything from Sunday drives with the family to nights at the drive-in. You get all the right vintage pieces, like the button-top door panels, artful dual-spoke steering wheel, and bright dash with the Delco AM radio still on display. But this one has the right upgrades for modern cruising, too. Underneath the dash is an AM/FM/CD upgrade and there's added R134a air conditioning (it likely just needs a recharge to blow cold again.)

Under the hood is a 327 cubic-inch V8. It's the year-correct block, and on a car with a known history, it's hard to believe it's anything but original to this Chevy. The presentation is very stock with just the right touches of flair, like on the red valve covers and bright Edelbrock air grabber. Plus, there are good additions, like an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and a glasspack-style dual exhaust. Part of being a family heirloom means investing in the right maintenance. We have over $10k in receipts spanning the last two decades. It includes work on the transmission, suspension, electrical system, a new fuel pump, a new gas tank, and much more. It's all part of keeping this classic a true cruiser for over a half-century. You have good factory features like the Powerglide automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. And now there are also better driving features for today, like front discs and modern tires afforded by the 17-inch wheel upgrade.

This Impala is pure rolling history, and this is your opportunity to be the first owner outside the family. So it's time to get a great classic that has a great story to tell. Call today!!!