134097 / 1958 Chevrolet Impala

For more information on this vehicle visit This sleek ’58 Impala convertible captures the glamour of the era and wraps it around a stout Tri-Power 348 backed by a trusty Powerglide. Full of desirable options like power steering, Positraction, a continental kit and even the rare vacuum ashtray, all the right boxes are checked for a great long-term investment. Driven just one mile since the completion of its 2012 frame off restoration, this convertible is poised to collect trophies and carry you down the back roads with the grace of a Hollywood starlet. The GM sheet metal is remarkably straight and, given this car is nearly the size of a standard parking space, that’s no small consideration. Panel fitment is significantly better than stock with measured gaps surrounding even the biggest pieces. A fresh coat of Rio Red paint coats those panels, offering a bright alternative to the more common black and white cars. The paintwork is beyond reproach with clean reflections visible from all angles. Lift the hood on this sleek convertible and a date-code correct 348cid V8 comes into view. Dressed in a fresh coat of orange paint, the block wears a all the correct numbers includeing a 3751872 casting and July 25, 1958 date code. Topped off by the legendary Tri-Power setup consisting of three two-barrel carburetors under a glossy dual-snorkel air cleaner cover, this was a performer for its day. Full of correct details like the glass winshield washer fluid bottle and yellow-cap Delco battery, this is a bay you can be proud to show. Underneath the car, the high-quality restoration extends to a freshly painted satin black X-frame and rock solid floors dressed in correct red oxide. All hardware is new and all lines are fresh, adding up to an ultra clean presentation. In the center, a two-speed Powerglide transmission handles shifting before transferring power to a GM corporate rear through a painted two-piece driveshaft. Around the drivetrain, the revised suspension rides on coil springs all around, aided by new shocks. Slide into the driver seat and a beautifully appointed interior comes into view. Chevrolet had some of the best interiors of the late 50s and this ’58 picks up just where its tri-five predecessors left off. The seats are wrapped in attractive red, silver and black tri-color vinyl while details like the chrome tissue box and rare vacuum ashtray offer plenty of conversation starters. Behind the rear seat, a tidy trunk looks showroom new thanks to a correct rubber floormat. It’s hard to deny the presence of any ’58 Impala convertible but the combination of a well-done restoration, Tri-Power 348, Powerglide automatic and thoughtful options makes this example stand out from the crowd. Regardless if you grew up during the fifties or simply feel drawn to the era, this iconic convertible is a time machine that you can feel comfortable investing in. Call, click or visit for more information!