1959 Chevrolet Impala convertible
- Engine
- 5.7L (348 cu. in.) OHV V8 with three two-barrel carburetors, 320 hp
- Colour
- Tuxedo Black
A 1959 Chevrolet Impala convertible, assembled at Janesville, Wisconsin, and finished in Tuxedo Black over a red reproduction tri-tone vinyl interior. Equipped with the optional 348 cu. in. 'W' Turbo Thrust V-8 with Tri-Power induction producing 320 hp, mated to a two-speed Turboglide automatic. Reportedly delivered new to an automobile dealer who retained it as a personal collection piece for some three decades, passing through only three owners total. The car subsequently underwent a comprehensive body-off restoration by Patrick's Classy Cars of Phoenix to factory-correct standards.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$104,500
- → 2009Acquisition unknownThird owner from whom consignor purchasedpartial documentation
Described as the third owner since new; sold the car to the consignor in 2009.
- 2009 →Private saleConsignorpartial documentation
Commissioned a full body-off restoration to factory specification by Patrick's Classy Cars in Phoenix, Arizona; car has covered only five miles since completion.
- Date unknownFactory deliveryDealer who maintained personal museumpartial documentation
Believed to have taken delivery new and retained the car in a private museum for roughly three decades.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —RestorationPatrick's Classy Cars
Full body-off restoration carried out to factory-correct specification. All mechanical components including wiring, brake lines, weather stripping, and exhaust were replaced or refurbished. Chrome and stainless steel trim was either re-chromed or re-polished. New tyres, brakes, and suspension components were fitted. The original V-8 engine with triple carburettors and Turboglide transmission were both rebuilt.
Workshop located in Phoenix, Arizona. Vehicle has accumulated only five miles since restoration was completed.
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