Video: An Immaculate ’61 Impala Sighted

Premier classic car dealer Smoky Mountain Traders has a crown jewel up for sale; a third generation 1961 Chevrolet Impala.

This Seamist Turquoise Blue two-door beauty is fitted with a big-block 348ci 5.7L V8 mated to a 700R4 transmission. Updating the car to make it better suited for today’s roads, the ’61 Impala has been upgraded to four wheel disc brakes and also set up with power steering.

The paint holds great luster and the white side trim helps to complement its accented body lines. In addition, the chrome trim and bumpers give it a classy touch.

Look at that matching interior.

Although curved glass in no longer used on production cars today, it enhances the Impala’s aesthetics which were prominent during the muscle car era. 1961 marked the only year the Impala sport coupe featured “bubble top” roofline stylization.

The offset 18-inch and 20-inch chrome rally wheels tuck gracefully under the big fenders of the Impala. To prevent cutting into the dashboard, the air conditioning vents were fabricated underneath the dash.

The 1960s marked an era of fighter jet and tank-like design aesthetics. This Impala truly spreads its wings with its curves that keep the eye wandering from bumper to bumper.

Photos courtesy of Smoky Mountain Traders.

Although it looks a bit dirty under the hood, the Impala’s exterior looks flawless. It idles with authority and looks ready for a cruise down the boulevard.

What would be your first order of business on this ’61 Impala? Feel free to share your thoughts below.

About the author

nicaguon

Nic Aguon is a graduate from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism and mass communications and holds a passion for sleek and unique automobiles. Serving as a Staff Writer for multiple publications at Power Automedia, Nic pledges to bring readers clean and concise storytelling that hits the nail right on the head. A jack of all trades, his interests range from imports to American muscle, hot rods, and Kustoms.
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