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1961 Chevrolet Impala Convertible on 2040-cars

Year:1961 Mileage:56697 Color: Red /
 Red
Location:

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:283 V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: xxxxxxxxx Year: 1961
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Impala
Trim: convertible
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 56,697
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Red
Number of Doors: 2
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This stunning example of a 61 Impala Convertible has been painstakingly restored by a friend's late father, everything has been gone through and restored or replaced. It was stripped down to the bare metal and acid dipped to remove any rust and then brought back to it's original glory from there. It has all the power options, 283 V8, BF Goodrich wide whites (some pics are before these were installed), beautiful new interior correct to the original, and lots of pics of the restoration process as well as many awards from different shows. It was judged by the Late Great Chevys Association and received 961 points out of 1000 earning a gold certificate. Here's what the president of the association had to say about it "member #31204 is a member in good standing of the Late Great Chevrolet Association. He is also the very proud owner of a breathtaking red 1961 Impala Convertible. Recently at our Western National Convention I had the opportunity of very carefully evaluating his gorgeous Convertible. This car is equipped with an original 283 small block V-8 and, as options, sports power steering, power brakes, two-speed electric windshield wiper and washer, power seats, power windows, push-button radio, rear accessory bumper guards, padded dash, and accessory rear antenna. I was not the only one immensely impressed with the high quality of restoration of this vehicle. Our excellent panel of judges scored this vehicle 961 points for this fine restoration project, thereby recognizing it with our highest award of a gold certificate. A couple of other commendations are in order. First, this is a Canadian-manufactured Convertible. It is most unusual, even though our organization is an international one, to come upon such a beautifully-restored convertible that was actually manufactured outside of the United States.”

The only thing I can see wrong with the car is that it drips a bit of trans fluid, looks like maybe the rear seal. If you would like to view the car prior to bidding you can message me and we can arrange it from there.

Deposit of US $500.00 within 24 hours of auction close. Full payment required within 7 days of auction close 

Buyer responsible for vehicle pick-up or shipping

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