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1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubble Top

Description

Bubble Top
Restored 2003; 348 V8

STK 2670 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubble Top

Detroit was producing performance cars long before someone coined the phrase 'muscle car'. They were larger and heavier than their mid-size counterparts, but had amazing powertrains. By 1961, the Chevrolet Impala was maturing into one of these classic models. On the exterior, the big fins from previous years had disappeared, but the cluster of three round Impala taillights remained. These changes made the bodylines look much smoother, The Impala and Bel-Air two-door sport coupes each featured new roofline styling, which would become known as the 'Bubbletop'. Our beautiful Impala 'Bubbletop' had a full restoration in 2003. It is now badged as a Super Sport, but our owner states that it is not an original SS. That said, it has most of the Super Sport features including SS trim inside and out, power brakes, spinner hubcaps, 7,000 RPM tach (inop) and 'Corvette' passenger dash grab bar. The Impala is powered by the earlier version of the famous '409' - the 348ci engine W-code. According to the VIN number, this Impala came factory equipped with a V8. (The owner states that this 348 is not the original engine.) The “Turbo-Thrust” 348 W-Code engines were powerful motors with much more torque than the early Chevy small-blocks. Equipped with the 3x2 Rochester intake, advertised horsepower was 280bhp with 355 lb/ft of torque. The chassis is equipped with a 4-speed manual gearbox, power steering, power 4-wheel drum brakes plus new fuel lines, brake lines and exhaust system. This 2-door hardtop has a beautiful 2-stage re-spray (2003) of original Ermine White and all chrome/stainless are excellent. Inside, the interior is an invitation to ride in style. A fully restored, back-to-original interior features cloth/vinyl seats, new door panels and all complemented by a nicely detailed stock dash and Muncie shifter w/shift console. There is an additional SunPro gauge package and the window glass is tinted. If you appreciate 'old-school' BowTie performance, and sound, you should consider this Impala 'Bubbletop'. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”

Vehicle Specs

Engine
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
348ci
Body
Body Color
White
Body Style
Hardtop
Doors
2
Basic
Year
1961
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Impala
Miles
3,416
Interior
Interior Color
Red
Seating Type
Bench
Seat Material
Vinyl & Cloth
Center Console
No

Options

  • AM Radio
  • Bench Seats
  • Front Drum Brakes
  • Horn
  • Power Brakes
  • Power Steering
  • Rear Drum Brakes
  • Tinted Glass
  • Vinyl & Cloth Seats

Disclaimer

AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.

We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.

AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.

Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.

AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.

AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.

Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.

Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.

STOCK# 2670

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Bubble Top Restored 2003; 348 V8
VIN 11837L195264
Engine 348ci
Transmission 4-Spd Manual
Mileage 3,416
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Description

Bubble Top
Restored 2003; 348 V8

STK 2670 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubble Top

Detroit was producing performance cars long before someone coined the phrase 'muscle car'. They were larger and heavier than their mid-size counterparts, but had amazing powertrains. By 1961, the Chevrolet Impala was maturing into one of these classic models. On the exterior, the big fins from previous years had disappeared, but the cluster of three round Impala taillights remained. These changes made the bodylines look much smoother, The Impala and Bel-Air two-door sport coupes each featured new roofline styling, which would become known as the 'Bubbletop'. Our beautiful Impala 'Bubbletop' had a full restoration in 2003. It is now badged as a Super Sport, but our owner states that it is not an original SS. That said, it has most of the Super Sport features including SS trim inside and out, power brakes, spinner hubcaps, 7,000 RPM tach (inop) and 'Corvette' passenger dash grab bar. The Impala is powered by the earlier version of the famous '409' - the 348ci engine W-code. According to the VIN number, this Impala came factory equipped with a V8. (The owner states that this 348 is not the original engine.) The “Turbo-Thrust” 348 W-Code engines were powerful motors with much more torque than the early Chevy small-blocks. Equipped with the 3x2 Rochester intake, advertised horsepower was 280bhp with 355 lb/ft of torque. The chassis is equipped with a 4-speed manual gearbox, power steering, power 4-wheel drum brakes plus new fuel lines, brake lines and exhaust system. This 2-door hardtop has a beautiful 2-stage re-spray (2003) of original Ermine White and all chrome/stainless are excellent. Inside, the interior is an invitation to ride in style. A fully restored, back-to-original interior features cloth/vinyl seats, new door panels and all complemented by a nicely detailed stock dash and Muncie shifter w/shift console. There is an additional SunPro gauge package and the window glass is tinted. If you appreciate 'old-school' BowTie performance, and sound, you should consider this Impala 'Bubbletop'. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”

Vehicle Specs

Engine
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
348ci
Body
Body Color
White
Body Style
Hardtop
Doors
2
Basic
Year
1961
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Impala
Miles
3,416
Interior
Interior Color
Red
Seating Type
Bench
Seat Material
Vinyl & Cloth
Center Console
No

Options

  • AM Radio
  • Bench Seats
  • Front Drum Brakes
  • Horn
  • Power Brakes
  • Power Steering
  • Rear Drum Brakes
  • Tinted Glass
  • Vinyl & Cloth Seats

Disclaimer

AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.

We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.

AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.

Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.

AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.

AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.

Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.

Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.