1965 Chevrolet Impala review from North America
"A very affordable muscle car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Tires needed replacement
Brake system needed to be updated
Headliner sagged
Original seats wore out.
General comments?
This car had been sitting for 2 years before I bought it.
After putting in a new battery, the car fired right up.
It is completely original, except for the new headliner, seats, tires, and rims.
The car is extremely large, and very fun to drive. I get many looks and "thumbs up" from other drivers.
I bought the car for $2500, and had it appraised for $13,500. I have been offered over $10,000 many times for it.
I am in the process of restoring it, and am having loads of fun doing so.
It took some time to get used to the powerglide 2 speed transmission, but the car really moves out, and is just a blast to drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1965 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 327 V8 2bbl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 72000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 86000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Custom |
| Date of Entry | 20th April, 2004 |