Vehicle Description
Stunning body-off restoration by marque expert. Correct FJ-coded 348/340 with 4-speed manual transmission. Highly detailed throughout. Many period accessories. Runs and drives superbly. The 1960 Chevy that stands out in a crowded field!
This sublime Cascade Green and Ermine White 1960 Chevrolet Impala sport coupe was restored by the technical advisor to the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America. That means he?s an expert on these cars, and it shows everywhere you look. The car has won every possible award such a car can win, including AACA national first prizes and VCCA first place trophies. Workmanship is outstanding, and yes, it?s a real high-performance 348/4-speed car, making it so much sweeter. And it?s not red! The handsome 1960 Chevrolet bodywork works especially well on the sport coupe, giving it a long, low look that suits its high-performance mission. Fit and finish are exemplary, with doors that close with a final-sounding THUNK and exacting gaps throughout that are probably better than new. Checking the trim tag, you?ll quickly see that Cascade Green is this car?s original color and it gives this car a subtle attitude that might even make it a bit of a sleeper?nobody will expect that sledgehammer powerplant under the hood. The slash of Ermine White on the quarters accentuates that awesome jet-inspired trim, and all the stainless has been polished to a high shine worthy of the show field. All the chrome was restored to show standards and even little details like the T3 headlight bulbs ensure that this car is still competitive at a very high level. This is easily the best we?ve ever featured.
The two-tone green and white interior is likewise correct for this car and has been expertly reproduced. Everything you can see or touch is new and there are virtually zero signs of use beyond some wear on the matching driver?s floor mat. The wide bench seat is all-day comfortable and it?s always awesome to see a 4-speed shifter sticking up in a full-sized cruiser like this. The two-tone steering wheel has been restored, all the gauges are bright and fully operational, and it features accessories like a speed minder, 4-way hazard switch, and a compass above the rear-view mirror, all factory-approved. There?s also an optional AM radio in the center of the dash, which, of course, works like it should. The headliner is taut and well-tailored, and the chrome trim pieces are just as nice as the exterior parts. The trunk is correctly finished with a fitted mat, correct jacking decals, and a full-sized spare with jack assembly.
But it?s the engine that really matters with this car. It?s a correct FJ-coded engine, which means it?s a 348 cubic inch V8 with 11.25:1 compression, solid lifters, and a 4-barrel carburetor, which all add up to 340 horsepower?one of the most potent engines you could buy in 1960. It has been fully rebuilt with a more user-friendly 10:1 compression ratio for today?s fuels, and it runs superbly. It starts easily and once it?s off the choke, it pulls the big Imp around with genuine authority. There?s easy torque all over the map and it?s impeccably smooth, which you might not expect from something with this much firepower. All the little details are correct, from the dual-point distributor to the Carter AFB carburetor to the 2.5-inch exhaust manifolds, which are unique to the high-performance engines. It?s also correctly detailed with Chevy Orange paint on the block and valve covers, that big dual-snorkel air cleaner, and little things like the tower hose clamps, GM-stamped radiator hoses, and tar top battery. It shouldn?t be a surprise that this car is a multiple prize winner. The transmission is a correct wide-ratio T-10 with an aluminum tailshaft and a Corvette bellhousing, just like it was in 1960 and there are 3.36 gears out back, making this a comfortable cruiser in any environment. The undercarriage is highly detailed and shows quite well, including the authentic exhaust system with mufflers and resonators, as original. New spiral-type shocks are fitted, there are new bushings and hardware throughout, and the brake system has been fully rebuilt. It sits on color-matched 14-inch steel wheels with correct hubcaps and a set of 8.00-14 BFGoodrich Silvertown wide whitewalls.
Extras include a spare set of floor mats, a plastic seat cover, and a dealer-installed bug screen over the radiator.
If you?re looking for an exceptional 1960 Impala, you won?t find many better than this. Highly decorated, owned and restored by a marque expert, and fitted with one of the most desirable powertrain combinations of the era, it checks all the important boxes. The fact that it runs and drives so well is a testament to the quality of the work. This is more than a trailer queen, it?s a usable car that drives as great as it looks. We haven?t seen another one like this, so if you recognize quality, this Impala deserves a closer look. Call today!
Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior to purchase.
Vehicle Equipment
- Exterior Color:
- Cascade Gree
- Interior Color:
- Green and White
Vehicle Warranty
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Harwood Motors Ltd. strives to perform visual inspections on all vehicles we represent but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore it is always possible that there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent. We will not guarantee the fitness of any components. We do not perform internal examinations, so we cannot guarantee the condition of unseen internal components such as crankshafts, bearings, gears, and other mechanical equipment. This also applies to electronics such as radios, clocks, gauges, light fixtures, switches, or other electrical devices. Buyer should personally inspect the vehicle and satisfy him/her/themself as to its mechanical and cosmetic fitness.
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About Harwood Motors
ABOUT HARWOOD MOTORS
Whatever your passion, Harwood Motors understands it. Matt and Melanie officially incorporated Harwood Motors in 2014 as a way to put their passion for the hardware and the hobby to work, offering enthusiasts an effortless way to buy and sell collector vehicles. From antiques and Classics to '50s fins to potent muscle cars, we have cars that will delight any enthusiast. Diversity is the backbone of the hobby and Harwood Motors works hard to offer a wide variety of high-quality collector vehicles at fair prices with an industry-leading attention to detail. Call us any time to talk cars, trucks, or even just about the hobby in general. What we do isn't new, but the way we do it will make you a friend for life.
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VIN
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VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
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ODOMETER READING
Harwood makes no warranty or representation regarding mileage other than providing a reading of the current odometer. Each listing contains an image of the odometer reading at the time of vehicle’s arrival and should not be taken to mean it is actual miles unless otherwise stated. Most antique vehicles come with a title that states mileage as Non-Actual, Exempt, or Exceeds Mechanical Limits.
VEHICLE TITLE & REGISTRATION
As a dealer in Ohio, Harwood Motors is required to process title in Buyer's name. Harwood will deliver an Ohio title in Buyer's name within 45 days of Buyer’s full payment of the purchase price and fees to Harwood. This title can be transferred to Buyer's home state for registration purposes. Buyer is solely responsible for satisfying all title and registration requirements of the state in which the Vehicle will be registered. Buyer acknowledges all insurance, licenses, tags, plates, and/or registrations maintained by Harwood on the Vehicle shall be canceled on the Sale Date. Vehicle title and registration requirements vary from state to state, particularly with regard to antique, classic, special interest, and modified vehicles. It is Buyer’s sole responsibility to determine his/her state's requirements for such vehicles and to ensure the Vehicle meets all such requirements.
DELIVERY OF VEHICLE
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Fees and Taxes
DOCUMENTATION & OTHER FEES
Listed prices do not include additional fees, taxes, or shipping and delivery costs. Harwood Motors Ltd collects a minimum $150.00 documentation fee on every vehicle purchase.
