LOT 814 ¤
1961 Chevrolet Impala Coupe 'Bubble Top' Chassis no. 11767L174185
Sold for US$71,680 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 814¤
1961 Chevrolet Impala Coupe 'Bubble Top'
1961 Chevrolet Impala Coupe 'Bubble Top'
Chassis no. 11767L174185
Chassis no. 11767L174185
376ci OHV LS3 V8 Engine (see text)
Electronic Fuel Injection
430bhp at 5,900rpm
4-Speed 4L60 Automatic Transmission
Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Wonderful body off restoration built on a custom Roadster Shop chassis
*Numerous, discrete modernization improvements
*"Bubble-top" styling
*Adjustable air bag suspension equipped along with many performance modifications
*Finished in a beautiful Immersion blue pearl over white/grey custom interior
*Modern vehicle performance and handling with a classic look
THE CAR OFFERED
Once again Chevrolet came out with a totally redesigned full-size car with both bodywork and chassis completely changed. The 1950s were gone, and so were fins, baroque trim and fanciful panel shapes. The result was very clean and uncluttered, only the side flashes seemed held over from the past. In this case, the newer bubble top look was added and gives this Impala a smooth, rounded look with its roofline without pillars and the curved glass gives the car a very airy, almost aquarium like feel when sitting in the cockpit.
This Impala was the subject of a comprehensive body off restoration by the current owner. The car was torn down to the frame, sand blasted and refinished with numerous new parts including adjustable air bag suspension, fuel and brake lines, uprated Wilwood front and rear disc brakes, and a rebuilt front end. The body was finished in a vibrant Immersion blue pearl and mated to a brand-new coated Roadster Shop chassis, which would give the car modern day handling characteristics. Bumpers were re-chromed and stainless-steel trim was replaced or refreshed as needed. Rounding out the look are matching painted custom 17-inch wheels mounted on Falken rubber.
Upgrades to the original spec include a new fuel injected Chevrolet LS3 V8 crate engine mated to an 4L60 automatic transmission with a Ford 9-inch rear end, both engine and transmission currently have only test miles, so the powertrain shows very little mileage since installed. Additional upgrades include power steering, oversized Mattson's custom aluminum radiator as well as Vintage Air A/C. The retrimmed two-tone grey interior discretely hides the climate control system and modernized gauges adorn the vintage facia while new carpeting was also added. A custom center console was added, with the glovebox hiding the airbag suspension controls and the MSD control module. Since being acquired by the current owner and fully restored while in his ownership, the car has been driven less than 100 miles since its completion. The car has been well cared for and stored in Richardson Collection's climate-controlled facility.
A classic machine with good looks that have stood the test of time, this uprated machine will no doubt provide plenty of enjoyment, performance and comfort to its lucky new owner.
Saleroom notices
Please note, the chassis number for this vehicle is 21847J302528, and this a 1962 model year. Title in transit.























































































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