1962 Chevrolet Impala Black

A longtime member of the seller’s family, this 1962 Chevrolet Impala r Sport Convertible was restored in 1998 and is said to remain in “great overall condition.” In fact, the car reportedly has been driven about 4,200 miles since the restoration. It also retains its original 283 V8 engine and automatic transmission, adds the seller, who is helping list the car online for his aunt. note is the odometer reading, which does not reflect the car’s true mileage. The original odometer was not working at the time of the restoration, and a used replacement odometer shows a lower mileage reading of 89,259. The car’s true mileage is believed to be closer to 116,000. 

• With a two-barrel carburetor, the 283-cu.in. OHV V8 was originally rated at 170 horsepower.
• It is paired with a Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission.
• There are no reported powertrain issues.
• ing to the seller, the exterior was repainted the original black during the restoration.
• There are few noted blemishes, including a small dent with scratched paint on the right-rear corner.
• The trim near the dent is also dinged.
• The seller also notes an area of “roughness” in the paint, above the grille, on the right-hand side.
• There’s also a thin transfer mark of yellow paint on the right-front fender.
• The restoration also included a replacement convertible top and re-chromed bumpers.
• The top is reportedly in very good condition and the power-folding mechanicals work well.
• Some wear, patina, and minor pitting are visible in some of the exterior trim components.
• ing to the seller, the vinyl-trimmed interior was also restored in its original red color.
• Custom replacement upholstery matching the original patterns was installed.
• Light wear is visible in the seat covers, some of the trim, and the steering wheel rim.
• The interior retains its original and functional AM radio.
• ng the restoration, the non-working original odometer was replaced.
• The odometer reading does not reflect the car’s true mileage, which is estimated at 116,000.
• nkook Optimo radial tires are mounted on stock steel wheels with full wheel covers.

• Photos of the restoration are included, along with service and assembly manuals.

• The fuel gauge currently in the vehicle does not work.

• This classic Impala SS Convertible was restored in its original black-over-red color combination.
• The powertrain is said to be original and includes a 283 V8 and an automatic transmission.
• A few minor blemishes are noted on the exterior, including a small dent on the rear corner.
• The convertible top was replaced during the restoration, and it is said to operate normally.
• The red vinyl interior was also restored and shows only light apparent wear.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean New Jersey title in his aunt’s name. Since the restoration was completed in the late eties, only a few thousand miles have been added to this 1962 Chevrolet Impala r Sport Convertible. It shows a few small exterior blemishes but is said to be mechanically sound and in very good overall condition.