The full-length trim and overall panel quality shows off a car that has been treated with respect. 91K original miles, 2 owner vehicle since new. ST 70 16447-1970 Impala 2 Door Custom Coupe BDY BU09936-Wilmington Body # TR 806-Black Vinyl PNT 25-Astro Blue 06A-1st Week June Build. It has the right original style everywhere you look, from the Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor to the bold orange block radiating within the dark engine bay. I had a 1974 Impala Custom Coupe from 1980 to 1990 and it had the dark green METALLIC Lacquer paint with matching dark green brocade fabric and vinyl interior, with matching dark green dash and seatbelts. There is one such 1970 Impala Custom coupe slumbering about two miles south of here – it is black, and has been sitting in the owners driveway for at least eight years. This one was a 2 door Bel Air 210 Hardtop. EVERYTHING you would want was “optional equipment” in this time period. $11,000 1970 Chevrolet Impala 350ci V8 with a 2-barrel Bristol, TN The only difference between the Impala Sport coupe and this Custom Coupe is the line on the rear window at the B pillar. I don’t think he minded the car, he was just excited at choosing a new one. ST 70 16447-1970 Impala 2 Door Custom Coupe BDY BU09936-Wilmington Body # TR 806-Black Vinyl PNT 25-Astro Blue 06A-1st Week June Build Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. I had to back the car out of the garage and drive it to her home; as she followed me in my car. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Chrysler learned that in 65. Some areas are subtle, like the newer carpeting and upholstery that keep a stock look. Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe 454 V-8 Turbo-Jet 390-hp Hydra-Matic (aut. (Holding the lid partway closed instead of fully latched.). My father rented one just like this over thanksgiving weekend of 1969 when we flew to Philly for the holiday. New old stock GM part number 8714844 and what we think is 8714845 - decklid gutter repair patch panels - genuine GM. "I've always liked the '70 Impala, especially the Custom Coupe and Caprice models with the curved rear glass. I was not a Chevy guy, but the maddening thing to me was that while I tried to hate it, I couldn’t really point to anything that it did badly. I also noted “Hmmm, not a Caprice. A big fan of these, particularly the convex rear window. It’s a BEL-AIR!” The cheapest, “entry level” full sized Chevy for that model year. So was the fascination with large sporty cars, prompting abandonment of the Impala Super Sport. Imagine the coup GM would have had if it introduced the great 1977 downsizers in say,1972. Sure I like my vehicles that have consoles with floor shifters too, I’m just sayin. Miss it #chevroletimpala1970 Of course, that artful steering wheel on the tilt column is an obvious and cool upgrade. It has cool original pieces, like the V8 and paint. The 1970 isn’t a bad looking car by any means, but I personally prefer the ’69. Whiner! First and last 2 barrel big block i ever saw. The clutch pedal had to be depressed into the vinyl floor mat or nothing happened. I had the hardtop convertible version of this many years ago. Whether or not you like the styling, it was a great car, ahead of it’s time in many ways. Only thing is, if I ever decide to go looking for one with the intention of buying it, it MUST have a vinyl roof and preferably in a contrasting color. Both were 2 door Malibu coupes equipped with that era’s air conditioner alternative, Astro Ventilation, which at the time I thought did the job. With the possible exception of 1961, every generation of the big Chevy since the tri-fives had the longer, wider, bigger, heavier thing going on. Before it, I owned a teenager’s dream when I was 16, a ’69 Chevelle, which I totaled, (foolish kid). Barely broken in, she and I thought! Other then the headliner hanging down inside, it looks decent in the cosmetic department, if not gently weathered. However, I’ll never forget sitting in the ’55 project car dreaming of what it was going to be, and loving the cool bow ties they have across the whole dash. The slow geared (4, 5, 6, 12? Damn you, Chevrolet. Here are even more reasons to choose us…, And get Exclusive Deals, Inventory Updates, and News, © 2021 Streetside Classics, All Rights Reserved, VERY COOL & SURVIVOR PAINT, NUMBERS MATCH 350 MOTOR & 350 TRANS, FRONT DISCS. IIRC, the only options were 350 (can’t recall 2 or 4 bbl.) as you say. The windshield washers were peculiar in that once you pushed the button the wipers came on and you got a timed squirting, usually using way more fluid than you needed. No console in the way, and no need to hop in the back seat to snuggle? To whatever extent this car still used the ’65 body shell, it came across as a fresh design. The thing I notice about the under hood photo is 1970 is the last year for top post battery terminals for a long time. Under the hood is the numbers-matching 350 cubic-inch V8. It is a SCREAMER. My guess is, it must have had mechanical repairs too expensive to undertake, but sentimentality must allow for it to stay as a permanent driveway ornament. My dad however had a 69′ 350 Chevy CST pickup that was SUPER SILENT. , Living in a small Ohio town meant taking my brothers, me and the Impala to any one of several favorite swimmin’ holes on the weekends. There's even more cool green inside. If the ’77s had been released at any time before the 1973 embargo, They might have met the same fate as the 1962 Plymouth. I’m happy to have owned one of those ’70 Impala Custom classic land yachts back in 1980 when I was 19. But it didn’t stop here. That’s the kind of car I want. And that's joined by modern pieces, like the wheels, thumpin' stereo, and cold A/C. Early in the decade cars generally equalled today’s brakes in stopping distances. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. as the First, Curbside Classic: 1985 Nissan Sentra (B11) – A Fish Out Of Rodeo Drive. It worked good as I remember. I was a car fanatic, and I had an old frisbee…used to take a magic marker and draw the shape of the steering wheel that I imagined I was driving, then wipe it off when I decided I was going to drive a different car. Powerglide, power steering and cloth seats and AM radio. No wonder the frail, 98 pound, elderly Aunt had put so few miles on her car! At 4200 lbs. The combination of its immense size and her advancing age and poor eyesight left it with many dents and dings. My 327 is indeed velvety smooth, and while it runs too hard on the highway because of the Powerglide, it’s a great driver. That was the Impala, without a doubt. My next door neighbor had the Caprice coupe version of this car, blue with black vinyl top. While not a “dyed-in-the-wool” Chevy fan, I think the 65 is THE best looking full-sized Chevy and these 70s are a solid runner-up. The 1969 model year Impala production topped Caprice production by 611,000 units. Not nearly as pretty as the ’65/’66, but still not bad looking. American Brands: AMC, Jeep and All Others, Tractors, Lawn Mowers, Off-Road Equipment, Vintage Review: 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe – Leaving Super Sports And The Sixties Behind, Especially In The Curves, CC’s Tenth Birthday – Thanks To All Of You Who Made 16,558 Posts, 678,756 Comments and 75 Million Page Views Possible, Ten Years Ago Today: Auto-Biography, Part 1: Genesis, COAL • 1984 Chev Caprice—Second Verse, Same(?) But just like the exterior, there has also been a nice investment in upgrades. Conversely, if the oil embargo had happened in 1961 rather than 1973, William Newberg and his downsized 1962 Mopars would have been hailed as a genius, rather than a lunatic. Determined to buy it, I negotiated a price not to include the Pontiac 400 it had sitting in its eng bay, because I was also in the midst of buying a dirt cheap ’69 Impala Custom with a nice running 327 V8 in it. The othergobi beige custom coupe with black interior I purchased last year for a driver version (too afraid to take my restored one out often). It was triple black, and they kept that car like new and had it for what it seemed like an eternity. You should have seen me when our Italian neighbor’s brother visited with his DeTomaso Mangusta…I about lost my mind. 47 = Impala Custom or Caprice sport coupe: 36 = four-door two-seat station wagon with dual -action tailgate: 67 = two-door convertible: 37 = two-door hardtop or sport coupe: 69 = four-door sedan: 39 = four-door hardtop or sport sedan: 87 = Impala two-door sport coupe Like the ’70 Impala, both if my Chevelles had those “keep your honey close” front bench seats. Also while the downsized 61 Lincoln is regarded as a landmark design, The market still overwhelmingly bought Cadillacs. Keep in mind, I would have been around 4-5 years old at that time, and the shape of the steering wheel hub really stuck in my head. The 1970 Impala was one of three remaining Chevrolet convertibles, with only 9,562 were built. I honestly could not imagine how she could drive and park this car all those years? The car stayed in our family until about 1976 or 77, but unfortunately it passed through both of my older brothers hands, earning more than it’s fair share of abuse in the process. Remember back when your gal sat right next to you when you were out cruising? The elderly father had a ’69 Custom coupe and his adult son had a ’70 that was very similar to the featured car. this was interesting reading. Classic Industries offers a wide selection of 1970 Chevrolet Impala parts, including 1970 Chevrolet Impala interior parts and soft trim, 1970 Chevrolet Impala exterior sheet metal, 1970 Chevrolet Impala moldings, 1970 Chevrolet Impala emblems, 1970 Chevrolet Impala weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. Being a kid, I wanted him to get something more sporty like an Impala, but no, he came from a generation and upbringing where you didn’t spend more than you needed to just for showy luxuries. like everyone else I remember these being massive cars in their day but surprise,suprise the fury was actually the bigger of the two! What a thrill that was, but talk about one nervous kid! 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe Flashy muscle cars are fun, and polished customs are nice, but for some folks theres nothing better than a well-done cruiser. Power front disc brakes were standard on the Impala Custom coupe and optional on all other models. It was attractive, well built, worked right and did what it was supposed to do with comfort and style. But the car did its job well, and did a good job of evolving a design to meet changing tastes in the big car market. The main thing I remember about the car, and other Chevys of that era was that plain steering wheel with the simple bar across it…at least my mom’s Olds Delta 88’s wheel had a little shape to the crossbar, and my dad’s VW Beetle had a horn ring to keep things interesting. So if you want to cruise something quite distinctive, and for an affordable price, call today! This article brings back a lot of happy memories. It got stolen around 1972, and at that time, if it remained gone for 30 days, the insurance company settled and it was considered gone for good. It has cool original pieces, like the V8 and paint. The test car featured the 300hp 350 V8 and the 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic. 1970 chevrolet impala fastback coupe fresh 454 big block beautiful 70 impala with a newly rebuilt 454 big block v-8! Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. There's even more cool green inside. It just reinforces the old auto industry adage, “Timing is everything”. long this is a BIG car. In fact, in 1965, it was THE best-selling car above all others. Impala station wagons were renamed Kingswood, a name which would continue through 1972. Vintage Original Magazine Advertisement. There was a vent on the package shelf that blew on the window. When I was 12 or so, dad let me drive it once for a couple of miles on one of the country roads just outside of town. One had to “work the options list” on American cars, in this time period, to get a good car. That, or a ’65 SS convertible with the 396. All Rights Reserved. Around the same time period, some friends of our family had a pair of similar Impalas. and 216 in. More bloat was on its way for the big Chevrolet, and as such this 1970 would be the end of an era. Later in the decade though stopping distances began to lengthen a lot. He had started thinking it was never coming back, and had gone car shopping…well, it was recovered before day 30, and he grudgingly took it back, after repairs were completed. super rare 70 chevrolet impala v-8 custom coupe diecast model by auto world adult collectibles. For your consideration is my 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom 2 Door Coupe. In Stock Now! I’m personally biased towards the ’69 models, because that’s the one my dad had. If you wanted something more luxurious or showy, you got a Caprice. 70 =====> 1970 09B =====> Sept (second week) 16447 =====> Impala 2dr Custom Coupe HT JAN =====> Janesville, WI assembly plant 805 =====> Black cloth/vinyl bench seat A good summary. It was the mainstream, high-volume model in the full-size lineup, meant to appeal to the typical buyer. Other than bringing back the vent windows, I’m not sure what I might have done to improve it. Both odometers hovered around 100K miles, which was considered nearly done back in the day. Here’s a 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe commercial we came across on YouTube: And more than just the right colors, this package shows all signs of being all original. Description for Chevrolet Impala 1970: This is my 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe. I remember that it had the rare finned wheel covers, Comfortron A/C, power windows, locks, and tilt wheel. But the Bel Air certainly was not the highest level standard full size coupe or sedan in the Chevy lineup. Good Used Vintage Clean Condition. Plus the 1973 midsizers were basically the same size as the 77 fullsizers, Of course all that happened after 71 “B”s and 73 “A” were designed. jOHNNY. I would have gone for the beautiful new 1970 Monte Carlo. There were few if any bundled option packages in those days, so you could option any of those models out more or less to suit your tastes, however the Belair, Impala, or Caprice would typically come with more standard equipment than the Biscayne, and you would not be as limited in your options selections on those models. They used to call it driving vs scoring?, times were different then. Copyright 2011 - 2021 Curbside Classics. The following year, Chevy-hating kid that I was would have plenty of nits to pick. Don't miss what's happening in your neighborhood. I got all the receipts and info about the car. None of that fancy Turtle Wax liquid for us, no siree. In 1968, if you wanted something a little more “sporty” than a Belair, you got an Impala. After we FINALLY got it back to her Parent’s house, I gingerly parked it at the curb and politely suggested that she ask her Father to teach her how to drive it….and quickly made my escape. Sports illustrated Jan 3, … ... Back in the late 70’s my 2 oldest brothers junked a 69 full size chevy the had a 396 2 barrel carb, i recall that it had a 265 horse power decal on the air cleaner. It’s true that the Bel Air wasn’t the “cheapest entry-level” Chevy that year; the Biscayne was. These were good looking cars. (With him riding shotgun, of course!) They enlarged the deck lid cutout almost up to the window. My kinda ride. Here is a more “basic” alternative description: In the late 1970’s a good friend of mine, in her last year of college, was quite pleased to be given her Aunt’s car, a 1968 Chevrolet. And that's joined by modern pieces, like the wheels, thumpin' stereo, and cold A/C. I noted it’s shinny paint and immaculate vinyl interior as we opened her garage door and walked up to it. Acceleration was too strong of a term for this powerplant. Size and fuel efficient (at least compared to the competition) just in time for the energy crisis. At least, it still had the window sticker, which together with the owner’s manual fascinated my 9 year old self. Strange that the seat sew style is so similar to my 74 Impala, which is also in vinyl. WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Set includes 4 inner and 4 outer weatherstripping for front and rear side windows. Mostly all gone now , these looked s pretty in drop top . So it starts easily, runs nicely, and makes a subtly sweet sound out of the dual exhaust. finished in metallic teal blue with a detailed matching interior. Reply. Freight Type: Standard. MSRP: $116.99 set. Interest in all size rag tops had dwindled. As the dawn of a new decade began, Chevrolet fielded its final update of the landmark 1965 design. . 396 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe. Find 1968 Chevrolet Impalas for Sale on Oodle Classifieds. He was disappointed! The browser you are using is no longer supported! I’m sure this article’s test car drove smoothly and effortlessly. There was a 350 Concours Estate wagon, a 350 70′ Impala, and a 73′ 307 Nova on my street and they ALL ticked. My friend had never driven a non-automatic transmission car in her life! Those were both beautiful cars and lived a much easier life than ours, because they were always adult-driven. There are nice driving features, like power steering, power brakes w/discs in front, and the numbers-matching three-speed automatic transmission. After I crashed the ’69, I bought a ’68 Chevelle. In ’65 a 396 THM equipped Impala would have been my choice. The bench vinyl seat seemed to almost bottom out under my 240 pound weight. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified pre-owned car listings, and new car classifieds. At least that much didn’t change. It had the usual GM ignition switch that would not roll back to the accessory position after a few years use. It seemed as big as the sky. The test car featured the 300hp 350 V8 and the 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic. At the end, her method of backing out of a diagonal parking space was to creep slowly backward until the Impala was stopped by an immovable object, usually another car. Impala was a storied name for Chevrolet. But I have a thing for loop bumpers and hidden lamps, so a ’69 SS with the 427 and hidden lamps would perhaps be my ultimate sixties full-size Chevy. nicely detailed body with opening hood to show off the painted v-8 engine. There were 152k Bel Airs sold in 1968 compared to 711k Impalas; in other words, the Impala outsold the Bel Air almost 5 to 1. Both of my Chevelles had the 307 V8 engine, which was actually quite adequate. The ’68 Belair was actually the highest level standard full size coupe or sedan in the Chevy lineup. Those things seemed bullet proof, even after doing what we called neutral drops, (rev eng in neutral, drop shifter into drive, melt tires/pave roads), smoked plenty of BF Goodrich TA’s bald. The 1968 model was part of that generation of the car, and the Impala Custom was new that year. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. The air conditioning is now blowing cold with modern R134a refrigerant. “It’s a BEL-AIR!” The cheapest, “entry level” full sized Chevy for that model year.”. You now got standard power front disc brakes although you still had to pay extra for power steering. Plus, you have lowering springs and the extra grip of modern ZR-rated tires. Nos Gm 69 70 Chevy Impala Custom Caprice Sport Coupe Trunk Gutter Repair Pair: $150. Of course you had to disconnect them just to be able to reach some of the spread out controls in this time period, and properly manually adjust them as well. The ’70 Impala Custom coupe is one my favorite big Chevys, after the ’64 Impala I’ve owned for 11 years. And what happened to brakes in the 70’s. Because we make it easy for you to get more money in your pocket. For years there was an older couple in my area that had a loaded Impala Coupe with the cool concave back window.