The 19771979 coupes sported a double bent tempered rear window similar to what was later used for the 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aerocoupe. The taillights were a large "teardrop" design at each side, and two slim-wide, nonfunctional front air intake scoops were added just above the grille. 497. The Caprice model was revised with a new front end with a swept back style header panel with recessed headlight buckets, a new hood, and new fenders. 2 America in successive years, for Michele Mouton (1985), Bobby Unser (1986) and Walter Rhrl (1987). The new 396 Turbo Jet V8 was the first General Motors engine to receive the Rochester Quadra-Jet four-barrel carburetor that would become a mainstay until the early 1980s. [citation needed], Another potential safety hazard, affecting Impalas of model years 2007 and 2008, is premature rear tire wear caused by defective rear suspension components. The Impala SS received body-colored trim, a unique single-bar grille with no hood ornament, and a rear deck spoiler. The Impala also gained the top trim station wagon body design, in place of the Chevrolet Nomad model. [16], In total, 55,989 Impala convertibles and 125,480 coupes were built representing 15% of Chevrolet production. [18], The Impala was restyled on the GM B platform for the first time for 1961. Impala Engine Options: 1966 By Randy Bolig February 10, 2016 The 396 cubic-inch big-block came with a Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor, and delivered 325 horsepower. The 1966 Impala was a mild restyle of the 1965, featuring a new instrument panel, grille, wheel covers (except for SS models), and rectangular taillights that wrapped around to the side of the quarter panels. Leather upholstery was standard on LTZ models and optional on LT models. This was the only year of the 19711976 models the Impala had a different front end design than the Caprice Classic, as other years used either a grille insert or previous year Caprice front to distinguish the two. A high-rise, two-piece aluminum intake manifold and dual Carter AFB carburetors fed a 13.5:1 compression ratio to produce 430 horsepower (320kW) and 575lbft (780Nm) of torque. During that time both versions were sold in the United States and Canada. The front end was also freshened as in previous years, with a new grille and headlight bezels, a new header panel, and a bumper with a drop down center section. However, the transmission was not upgraded up for the power of the LT1, nor the extra weight of the body and frame, and transmission failures after 100,000 miles (160,000km) were commonplace. Super Sport (SS) models featured that panel in a special engine-turned aluminum, which was also used to fill the side moldings, making the SS more distinctive in appearance. 253. [32] The new downsized Impalas were shorter in length, taller and narrower than before. No changes were made to the exterior design until 1977 when the body became shorter and slightly narrower. It is the only full-size CNG vehicle manufactured in North America. 3 people found this helpful. For the 1980 model year, a mid cycle refresh replaced this complex backlight in the coupe with a more upright nearer flat glass, although the overall design remained similar. Automatic transmission buyers were given the option of the newly introduced three-range Turbo Hydra-Matic for the newly introduced Mark IV big-block engine, displacing 396 cubic inches. The latter equaled the power produced by the previous years top performing 409 that was not available for any of the 1965 model year. None of these cars had the name "Impala" anywhere on the body or interior, and Chevrolet often marketed them as the "Chevrolet SS427," sans the "Impala" name. For the 2016 model year, the Impala went from five to four trim levels: LS, LT1, LT2, and LTZ2. Impalas again featured premium interior appointments, plusher seats could be done by the dealerships on customer request. Amazing GM put a Holley carb on that engine instead of one of their own. Referenced as Regular Production Option Z18, the Caprice option group included a black-out grille, vinyl top with Fleur de lis emblems, unique wheel covers, and narrow sill moldings. The LT level trim added Entertainment, Convenience, and Leather packages options, while the Premier trim received the top-of-the-line Convenience package. The Impala was Chevrolet's popular flagship passenger car and was among the better-selling American-made automobiles in the United States.[7][8]. The Turboglide was also discontinued,[23] leaving the Powerglide as the only automatic transmission available. Classic Industries offers a wide selection of 1965 Chevrolet Impala parts, including 1965 Chevrolet Impala interior parts and soft trim, 1965 Chevrolet Impala exterior sheet metal, 1965 Chevrolet Impala moldings, 1965 Chevrolet Impala emblems, 1965 Chevrolet Impala weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation.Displaying 61-120 of 327 Products. The old 409-cubic-inch (6.7L) "W" engine was discontinued early in the 1965 model year, so early-production '65s got the 409, available only in four-barrel 340 and 400 horsepower options. Additionally, curved window glass, and new hood and a brand new front end help further distinguish the model from those that came before it. In January 1990, the GM B platform's body was redesigned for the 1991 model year, though it retained the same shortened frame design of the 1977 model year redesign. The Impala SS models were in their own separate series for the first time in 1965. Standard wheel covers were the same as the optional full covers on other big Chevrolets, but the centers featured the "SS" logo surrounded by tri-color ring of red, white and blue. Curb weights rose more than 125 lbs. Automatic transmission options included the two-speed Powerglide on 250 6s and 350 V8s, and three-speed Turbo Hydramatic was available with all engines. - 56600 units model year 1965 - Chevrolet (USA) Impalas, V-8 - 746800 units model year 1965 - Chevrolet (USA) Impalas, total, excluding Station Wagon - 803400 units six-cylinder sipped gas through a Rochester Model BC downdraft one-barrel carburetor on its way to making 135hp at 4,000 rpm and 217-lbs.ft. A Midnight appearance package was added as an upgrade for the LT and LTZ level trims, which included unique black-pocket wheels and gloss black badges in addition to the standard black paint. The SS had standard leather-appointed seats and XM Satellite Radio, with XM being optional on LS, LT, and LTZ trims. New Zealand models were assembled by General Motors New Zealand with bodies supplied from Canada already welded, painted and trimmed. The new body styling was more trim and boxy than the 19581960 models. The new rear bumper housed triple "horseshoe" shaped taillights. For the 2012 model year, the exterior received a slight refresh and 4 trims: a standard Impala, LS, LT, and LTZ. Each trim level includes a generous amount of standard equipment: LS Includes: 2.5L EcoTec Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine, six-speed automatic transmission, Eighteen-inch (18") black-painted steel wheels with full plastic wheel covers, 4.2-inch (4.2") color LCD radio with Bluetooth (2014-2017 models), eight-inch (8.0") Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system (2018-2019 models), 100-watt six-speaker audio system, keyless entry, premium cloth seating surfaces (2014-2017 models), premium cloth seating surfaces with leatherette trim (2018-2019 models), power-adjustable front driver's bucket seat, OnStar with 4G LTE Wi Fi capabilities (2015-2019 models), leather-wrapped steering wheel, split-folding rear bench seat, color-keyed exterior door handles, and black side mirrors. The 396 engine came in two different versions one producing 325 horsepower and the other rated at 425. (According to the Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975 by Ron Kowalke, which you really should read, if you add up all of General Motors's B platform cars built between 1965 and 1970 the. The Impala name returned for the Kingswood station wagon. [9] As of February 2014, the 2014 Impala ranked No. All 1973 Chevrolet vehicles featured a larger, shock-absorbing front bumper due to new federal mandates which required 5-mile-per-hour (8.0km/h) impact protection. The SS retained the same drivetrain and did not receive the FlexFuel feature due to the high-performance nature of the powertrain. or Best Offer. As you can see they are all quite nice, but my personal favorite is Madeira Maroon, What's. There were quite a few body style codes used from 1964-1970 due to the wide array of models available such as the Impala, Bel Air, Biscayne and Caprice. As it stands, you'll regularly still find the early '60s Impala SS with an original 409 in it. Australian models were assembled in Australia from kits as this lessened tax on the cars. The 2012 NASCAR season marked the end of use of the Impala nameplate on stock cars. Another change from 1994 was the placement of the side mirrors from pods attached to the door to a larger format attached to the 'A' pillar. The similar 1970 Impala got a minor facelift featuring a more conventional under the grille bumper replacing the wrap-around unit used in 1969 along with new triple vertical taillights in the rear bumper. The L72 "427 Turbo-Jet" engine was once again returned to the option list, a solid-lifter V8 rated at 425hp (317kW). The Impala Bi-Fuel was one of the five finalists for the 2015 Green Car of the Year Award during the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show,[91] but lost to the BMW i3. The Caprice PPV succeeded the Impala 9C1 after production ended in 2016. Inside were new "Strato-bucket" front seats with thinner and higher seat backs, and a center console with an optional gauge package available. The formal Custom Coupe, previously a Caprice exclusive, became available as an Impala. The option would prove so popular that the Caprice would become its own series in 1966. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Made with for Muscle Cars - Musclecarfacts.com Copyright 2023. The Impala was available in two trim levels from 2000 to 2003. The Impala again was offered as a police vehicle in the ninth generation form. Daytime running lights became standard on LT and navigation became standard on Premier. [97] After originally intending to end production in June 2019, GM decided to keep the Impala in production, with the extension of the assembly plants' idling to 2020. A record 15,376 Corvette roadsters were produced.