Chevrolet decided to pursue its full-size dream in 1958, two years after it presented the Impala prototype at the GM motor show.
The Impala graduated from concept to production model in two years, but Chevrolet decided to stick with baby steps for the first days of the car on the market. The car was launched as a Bel Air version but rapidly caught the attention of the market.
Its sales skyrocketed from the first days of availability, and Chevrolet was propelled to the leading spot in the United States. Ford fell to second place, and Chevrolet became the king of the American automotive castle
The Impala could be had in 1958 as a hardtop and convertible, and new this year was a 348ci V8 engine that eventually became the best choice for buyers specifically interested in more performance under the hood of their full-size Chevys.
Impala was promoted to a stand-alone series a year later.
The 1958 Impala in these photos is a specimen that has recently started the difficult search for a new home, and best of all, it comes with specs that make it a highly desirable car.
The car was listed on eBay by seller gr8dayca, who is also a classic car dealer, but surprisingly, they don’t say anything about a previous restoration. The dealer claims the Impala is still original, explaining that it has always been parked in a garage.
The Impala is fitted with a Continental kit, whitewall tires, and power windows, and it sports a solid overall condition. I don’t think you should worry about rust damage, but if you want to buy it, you should contact the seller and arrange an in-person inspection to check the floors, the trunk, and everything else.
The Impala is fitted with a 348ci engine with three two-barrel carburetors. As anyone can anticipate, given its overall shape, the powertrain is in perfect condition, so it starts, runs, and drives properly. You don’t have to do anything to bring this Impala back to the road, so if you are interested in a specimen that can still hit the road occasionally, this 1958 Impala is the right choice.
The odometer is one of the main selling points. The car has only 3,975 miles on the clock, but this is likely the mileage after restoration. However, you should inspect this tidbit thoroughly if you are particularly interested in the miles.
A 1958 Impala in this shape can’t sell cheaply, and the dealer knows this. They want $63,000 for the car, but they also activated the Make Offer option on eBay to allow customers to send other offers. The vehicle is parked in Claysville, and it should be able to drive anywhere on its wheels, even if you live far away.
