1961 Chevrolet Impala SS 409

The Chevrolet Impala is a full-sized car built by Chevrolet for model years 1958 to 1985, 1994 to 1996, and 2000 to 2020. The Impala was Chevrolet’s popular flagship passenger car and was among the better-selling American-made automobiles in the United States.

Chevrolet brought muscle car power to the people in the early 1960s, especially with the 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS 409. The mid-1961 introduction of the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport option package showcased another new arrival, the 409-cid V-8.

This 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 is powered by the 409/360hp with 4-barrel carburetor driving through a 4-speed transmission, posi-traction and dual exhaust. This coupe is fitted with power brakes and power steering, and the engine compartment is immaculate. Engine is date-correct 409/360hp, and 4-speed is correct as well.

Inside is an invitation to ride in style. A mostly original interior features factory cloth/vinyl seats, door panels and new carpeting – all complemented by a nicely detailed stock dash w/8,000 RPM tach. There is a factory AM radio, rare factory air conditioning, tinted glass and a beautiful Impala wheel.

There is a great deal of powerful car nameplates in the automotive industry, and they are all part of one of two categories: cars that were, and cars that are. For the former category, few nameplates are as impressive as the Impala.