Photo: eBay seller messerjr
The Impala was already the model bringing home the bacon for Chevrolet in 1961, only three years after it launched as a Bel Air version.
The GM brand sold 1.2 million cars, and the Impala accounted for 491,000 units. The 1961 model year witnessed the debut of the Super Sport, an upgrade that later became a major incentive for getting an Impala for people specifically interested in a boost of adrenaline behind the wheel.
The 1961 Impala in these pictures is a compelling model that checks several big boxes for someone interested in a collectible. The owner says it's completely original, but the car comes with new tires, a new gas tank, and a new exhaust system.
The Impala has the full original interior, and it doesn't exhibit major issues like rips or tears. However, it'll require some minor fixes in the cabin, but the best option is to check everything in person before committing to a purchase. At first glance, the Impala qualifies as an excellent restoration candidate, and the buyer won't spend much time fixing the interior.
The Impala comes with a 348 Tri-Power engine, and eBay seller messerjr says "it runs and drives perfectly."
The 1961 Impala could be had with a 235 six as standard, while the base V8 was a 283 with 170 horsepower. Chevrolet also offered multiple optional engines, including the 348, in multiple flavors. Prices for the 348 started at $201 for the standard configuration with 250 horsepower, while the Super Turbo-Thrust Tri-Power increased the power to 280 horsepower for an extra $271. The top engine this year, before the 409 was introduced in February, was the Special Super Turbo-Thrust Tri-Power with 350 horsepower.
The owner explains on eBay that this Impala was saved from a garage one year ago when it was pulled from the garage where it spent the last decade and a half. Despite the long tenure in storage, the vehicle still looks good, albeit it's unclear if the current owner made any metal repairs and repainted the Impala.
As anyone can expect, a bubbletop in this shape with a 348 Tri-Power under the hood doesn't sell cheaply, and the owner knows they have a rare gem in their garage. This is why they won't let the car go for beer money, so if you want to drive the car home, you must pay $62,000. They also enabled the Make Offer option, and considering over 50 people already watch the listing, I wouldn't be surprised if the owner received some offers.
Meanwhile, the car is waiting for an in-person inspection in Kent, Washington. Considering its shape, you should be able to take it home on its wheels, though make sure you check everything live before committing to a purchase.
The 1961 Impala in these pictures is a compelling model that checks several big boxes for someone interested in a collectible. The owner says it's completely original, but the car comes with new tires, a new gas tank, and a new exhaust system.
The Impala has the full original interior, and it doesn't exhibit major issues like rips or tears. However, it'll require some minor fixes in the cabin, but the best option is to check everything in person before committing to a purchase. At first glance, the Impala qualifies as an excellent restoration candidate, and the buyer won't spend much time fixing the interior.
The Impala comes with a 348 Tri-Power engine, and eBay seller messerjr says "it runs and drives perfectly."
The 1961 Impala could be had with a 235 six as standard, while the base V8 was a 283 with 170 horsepower. Chevrolet also offered multiple optional engines, including the 348, in multiple flavors. Prices for the 348 started at $201 for the standard configuration with 250 horsepower, while the Super Turbo-Thrust Tri-Power increased the power to 280 horsepower for an extra $271. The top engine this year, before the 409 was introduced in February, was the Special Super Turbo-Thrust Tri-Power with 350 horsepower.
The owner explains on eBay that this Impala was saved from a garage one year ago when it was pulled from the garage where it spent the last decade and a half. Despite the long tenure in storage, the vehicle still looks good, albeit it's unclear if the current owner made any metal repairs and repainted the Impala.
As anyone can expect, a bubbletop in this shape with a 348 Tri-Power under the hood doesn't sell cheaply, and the owner knows they have a rare gem in their garage. This is why they won't let the car go for beer money, so if you want to drive the car home, you must pay $62,000. They also enabled the Make Offer option, and considering over 50 people already watch the listing, I wouldn't be surprised if the owner received some offers.
Meanwhile, the car is waiting for an in-person inspection in Kent, Washington. Considering its shape, you should be able to take it home on its wheels, though make sure you check everything live before committing to a purchase.
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