The Impala name appeared for the first time in 1958 as a deluxe trim and appearance package on the Bel Air hardtop and convertible. It became a separate, top-of-the-line series in 1959.
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General Motors celebrated its 50th year of production in 1958 by introducing anniversary models for each of its brands (Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Chevrolet, and Cadillac). For Chevrolet, it was the Bel-Air Impala (the list of other models included the Pontiac Bonneville Catalina, Buick Limited Riviera, Oldsmobile Starfire 98, and Cadillac Eldorado Seville).
Convertible
Chassis #: F59L180143
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The 1959 Chevrylet Impala
Dramatic new styling throughout the industry, particularly with Chrysler, brought about a crash redesign program for General Motors, resulting in 1959 Chevrolets that were radical and attractive, with a low, sleek stance highlighted by a full-width grille with headlights mounted at the outer edge. Nonfunctional slim air intake scoops rested just above the grille. The two-door hardtops had a thin rear C-Pillar that evoked lightness and speed. The most evocative styling was in the back with the gull-wing fins over the cat's eye taillights. While most tailfins of the era protruded upward, the 1959 Chevy's flattened fins stretched outward. The taillights had a long teardrop design wrapped in thick chrome trim.
Sport Coupe
Chassis #: F59L151129
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The 1958 Chevrolet vehicles had achieved a lower, longer, and wider stance over the previous year by abandoning the standard perimeter-type frame and replacing it with rails laid out in the form of an elongated 'X.' Chevrolet claimed that this design increased torsional rigidity, but it was not as effective as a traditional perimeter frame in protecting the interior structure in a side-impact crash.
Sport Coupe
Chassis #: F59F261563
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The base engine was an overhead valve inline six-cylinder unit with a 235.5 cubic-inch displacement and had four main bearings, hydraulic valve lifters, a Rochester two-barrel carburetor, and delivered 135 horsepower at 4,000 RPM.
Sport Coupe
Chassis #: F590113479
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Transmission options included a three-speed manual, overdrive, two-speed Powerglide, close-ratio three-speed, four-speed, Corvette-type Powerglide, and a Turboglide. Standard Equipment
The well-equipped 1959 Chevy Impala came standard with Impala nameplates, crossed racing flag emblems, full-length side trim moldings, an electric clock, crank-operated front vent windows, armrests (front and rear), dual sliding sun visors, and a contoured hooded instrument panel with deep-set gauges. New options for 1959 included a six-way power seat and a 'Speedminder' which allowed a needle to be set at a specific speed, triggering a buzzer when exceeded.Bodystyles and Pricing
With standard six-cylinder power, the sedan and two-door hardtop sport coupe were priced at $2,600, the hardtop sport sedan at $2,665, and the convertible at $2,850. With the addition of the standard eight-cylinder engine, the base price rose by approximately $120. The four-door, six-passenger Nomad station wagon was listed at $2,890 with six-cylinder power and $3,010 with the base V8.
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by Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2005
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Noted as one of Chevrolets most historic vehicles, the Impala has been an American legend for decades. Setting a standard in comfort and value, the Impala seemed to set the bar for the American muscle car. A full-size sedan built by the Chevrolet division of General Motors, the Impala was introduced for the 1958 model year. The Impala was Chevrolets priciest passenger model through 1965 and became....
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Considered to be ‘the best selling full-size car in the U.S., in 1960 the Chevy Impala was designed and built by the Chevrolet division of General Motors. Originating as a sports coupe, the Impala began as a dreamcar for the 1956 General Motors Motorama. The name Impala originated from a southern African antelope known for its speed and prowess. Introduced in 1958, the Impala was developed by....
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1959 Chevrolet Impala Series Vehicle Profiles
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Performance and Specification Comparison
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$2,150 - $2,760
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$2,400 - $3,000
Impala Specification Comparison by Year
Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
119.00 in.
6 cyl., 235.50 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 185.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 280.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 290.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 300.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 315.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 335.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 350.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 185.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 280.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 290.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 300.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 315.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 335.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 350.00hp
$2,598 - $2,900
119.00 in.
6 cyl., 235.50 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 170.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 185.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 280.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 335.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 340.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 350.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 170.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 185.00hp
8 cyl., 283.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 250.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 280.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 335.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 340.00hp
8 cyl., 348.00 CID., 350.00hp
$2,600 - $3,000
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