Used 1963 Chevrolet Impala

This 1963 Chevrolet Impala is one of approximately 57 examples equipped by the factory with the single-year lightweight Z11 package that included power from a 427ci W-series V8 and aluminum front body panels. The car was purchased new by Southern drag racer Terry Prince from Service Chevrolet in Pasadena where he worked in the performance shop. Prince subsequently campaigned the car at the 1963 NHRA Winternationals before reaching the No. 5 spot in the Drag Racing News Mr. Eliminator Record List during the remainder of the year. The car was purchased in the 1990s in a disassembled state by a owner who initiated a refurbishment that was performed between 1996 and 1999. Power is provided by a replacement 427ci QM V8 that features a 13.5:1 compression ratio, raised-port cylinder heads, a two-piece aluminum intake manifold, twin four-barrel carburetors, a cowl-induction air cleaner, an aluminum water pump, and Hooker exhaust headers. Finished in the original shade of Ember Red with period-style racing livery, the body incorporates aluminum panels including the hood, fenders, bumpers, grille filler panel, and various brackets. Additional features include a close-ratio four-speed manual transmission, a 4.11:1 Positraction rear end, four-wheel drum brakes with sintered metallic shoes and vented backing plates, red cloth interior upholstery, and a tachometer. This Z11 Impala was purchased by the selling dealer in 2023 and is now offered with a copy of the original sales invoice, historical photos and documentation, photos from the refurbishment, and a clean title.