Lot 548
1963 Chevrolet Impala SS Clone
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with a 327 cubic inch V8 with dome pistons (correction: originally equipped with dome pistons, replaced with flat top) from a 1968 Corvette, double hump PowerPack heads and a Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. Engine has never been dyno'd but owner believes it's producing around 360 hp with modifications. The power will keep you in the seat. Motor and transmission have been rebuilt. The suspension was replaced and repaired with new springs cut to lower the car. They have aged and are sagging further, will need replacing. Disc brakes were added as well as power steering. 15" American Thrust wheels in Chrome with BFGoodrich tires were installed.
The exterior in Red was in pretty good shape and nothing was done to paint. New chrome was installed and a new headliner installed. The interior appears like new in Red with console shifter. Originally equipped with A/C, the compressor and related hoses are removed.
This lot being offered subject to reserve. For this lot, payment accepted only by wire transfer. 15% Buyer's Premium for LLA live-online and absentee bidding. 20% buyer's premium for live internet bidding through a third party host. For winning bidders in NC, license plate and titling of vehicle will be obtained by Leland Little Auctions, provided all applicable fees and taxes are paid.
Private Collection Summerfield, North Carolina
Local car from Brown Summit, North Carolina; owned by current owner since 2008, and won many trophies at car shows.
Overall wonderful condition; small imperfections to paint in the form of small bubbles on roof; headliner is sagging in one spot due to a rib displaced (repairable); coil springs were cut to lower the car and have dropped further and will need replacing; rubs occasionally and the spring rate is incorrect; no other apparent concerns.
