This 1966 Chevrolet Impala sport coupe was purchased new through Cooper Chevrolet in Aurora, Ohio, and it remained in the care of its original owner until its acquisition by the selling dealer. Powered by a 327ci V8 mated to a floor-shifted four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction differential, the car wears a repaint in Mist Blue over blue cloth and vinyl. Features include 14″ steel wheels, wheel covers, chrome-finished bumpers, drum brakes, an AM radio, and a heater. This Impala is now offered by the selling dealer with its retail order form, a Protect-O-Plate, manufacturer’s literature, historical certificates of title, and a clean Pennsylvania title.
The car was finished from the factory in Mist Blue (D) and was repainted 40 years ago. Equipment includes bright trim and chrome-finished bumpers. The weather seals are brittle, and blemishes are noted in the paintwork. Signs of corrosion repair are noted near the rear body mounts.
The 14″ steel wheels with covers are mounted with Road King Courier tires. The car is equipped with coil-spring suspension, and stopping power is provided by drum brakes at all four corners.
The cabin features seating surfaces upholstered in blue cloth and vinyl. Interior appointments include a front bench seat, a floor-mounted shifter, an AM radio, and a cabin heater. Tears are noted in the upholstery on the driver’s seat back.
The two-spoke steering wheel fronts a horizontal 120-mph speedometer, an analog clock, and a fuel-level gauge. The five-digit odometer shows 78k miles.
The 327ci Turbo-Fire V8 was factory rated at 275 horsepower.
Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction limited-slip differential.
Decoding the data plate reveals the following production information:
- Build Date: 10D – Fourth week of October build date
- Style: 16437 – Impala 2-Door Sport Coupe
- Body: NOR – Norwood, OH
- Trim: 842 – Blue cloth and vinyl
- Paint: D – Mist Blue
- ACC:
- 2 – Tinted glass
- L – Four-speed manual
The retail order form from Cooper Chevrolet in Aurora, Ohio, shows factory equipment a total unit price of $2,901.76
