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7700 Tyler BoulevardMentor Museum of Speed, Mentor, OH, 44060, US
Phone : 440-350-1480
Email : joseph.carroll@bestofshowautomotive.com Stunning Restored CA Born 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS 327!

Every once in a while, we get a car in that's simply special. That being said, to truly stand out here at Best of Show is quite a feat. We see them all, from rare muscle cars to exotics to incredible performance machines. This beautiful 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS is special for a lot of reasons that I will detail below, but to sum it all up, this car is like a fine wine. It's authentic and has improved with age. It's a 1964 Impala for the purist … for the guy that truly wants an original authentic car, one that has received an old-fashioned proper restoration. Not overdone with a bunch of repro parts. Not underdone. But just right.

Let's start with the history and provenance. On November 2, 1963, Fred & Louise Hassett of Glendora, California, cruised into into Davies Chevrolet of Glendora, California in their 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air four door sedan, and cruised away in this brand new 1964 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport. Usually, we see the opposite … some poor guy cruises into the Chevy dealer in his 1964 Impala SS and slinks away in a brand spanking new Bel Air four door so he can fit the entire family in the car. We don't know much about Fred & Louise Hassett, but we bet Fred felt pretty lucky on November 2, 1963!

The transaction is documented by the ORIGINAL Davies Chevrolet Purchase Order, which reflects that Fred & Louise received a $316.00 trade allowance for their 1956 Bel Air, and put $50.00 in cash down towards a total sales price of $3,972.00 including tax and registration. We're assuming Fred paid the balance on the contract when he picked the car up. In addition to the original Davies Chevrolet Purchase Order, we have the original California black plate that was issued to the car, as well as the ORIGINAL Owner's Manual and bag, original Warranty Card, original Seat Belt Instruction Sheet, original AM/FM Radio Guide, original Owner's Manual, original Custom Feature Accessories booklet, an original Owner Warranty Booklet and, original paperwork bag. These aren't reproductions purchased off of Ebay … these are ORIGINAL pieces.

As identified by the VIN number, Fred's new Impala was a true (14 47) 1964 Chevrolet Impala 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe. The "L" designation in the VIN number verifies this is a Los Angeles built car. And here's where the special starts to kick in. First off, this isn't a black on red dual quad 409 4 speed Impala. But it IS a strikingly beautiful 327 Turbo Fire 4 barrel, 2 speed Powerglide car, finished in color code 932 Saddle Tan Metallic with a color code 22162 Medium Saddle Poly interior. And in a sea of red, blue & black cars (most of which were green to begin with), this car stands out with a period correct, classy look. This car LOOKS like 1964!

Now let's move on to the options. As laid out in the original Purchase Order, this Impala SS came equipped from the factory with a ton of options, including: Power Steering; Power Windows; Tinted Windshield; AM-FM Pushbutton Radio; Rear Speaker control; 14: Wide White Wall tires; 14" Wire Wheel Covers; Front Seat Belts; Deluxe Steering Wheel; Passenger Side Mirror, Padded Dash, and, last, but not least; Factory Air Conditioning. This is one loaded Impala SS!

Fast forward to 2004. I wish I could tell you how long Fred owned the car, but I can't. What I can tell you is that an Ohio resident purchased the car in California with 89,000 original miles and brought it back here for a restoration. At that point, the Impala had been lovingly cared for and was in beautiful original condition. The car had apparently never seen a fender bender and never saw much moisture, because all of the original factory sheet-metal was present, and the original frame was pristine. All of the original factory chrome, trim, glass and stainless was present, and nearly every piece was flawless. The Impala still had its original R code 327, 4 Barrel Turbo Fire engine and its original Powerglide transmission.

Over the next five years, this Impala was lovingly restored with a mixture of original and quality aftermarket parts. It was an easy restoration. First, let's start with the body. As an original sheet-metal car, the body is exceptionally straight, with great panel gaps. The doors open and shut like they did when the car was new. Note that the body has never been taken off of the frame on this car. Those are original floor pans, original trunk pan and original, unmolested frame rails.

Repainted in two-stage Saddle Tan Metallic, this Impala looks better than when it rolled off of the assembly line. The paint is very nice and the car stands out in a sea of the same old, same old. Every single surface of this Impala was properly restored, included the often neglected hood underside, deck lid underside and door jambs.

Every single piece of trim on the car was either restored or replaced. Take a good look at the side moldings, the rear panel molding, and the tail panel letters. Those are ORIGINALS and they are some of the nicest original pieces I've ever seen. Both the front and rear bumpers were re-chromed, and new side mirrors were purchased from Sinclair's Impala Parts and installed. The glass is original to the car and in very nice condition. Take a look at the original factory A/C decal in the rear window. It was left alone.

The Impala now rolls on the original wheels, properly restored and repainted, shod with brand new Coker Tire reproduction BFG 1" wide whitewall 14" tires. 4 brand new spinners adorning the original 14" wire wheel covers complete the rolling stock.

Mechanically, this Impala performs like a brand new 1964. The engine received a complete rebuild, as did the original Rochester 4 barrel carb. The engine was then properly finished and detailed using a smattering of both original and reproduction pieces. New wiring harnesses were used front to back. The engine runs cool thanks to the brand new reproduction radiator and new water pump. A correct reproduction Delco battery from Antique Auto Batteries fires the engine up with a twist of the key. The A/C compressor and components were rebuilt, and a new starter and rebuilt alternator supplied. The two speed Powerglide was rebuilt as well, and functions as new.

The front suspension was rebuilt using stock components, with new stock Monroe shocks at all four corners. The dual exhaust is new and stock, except for a pair of Flowmaster mufflers, which allow for a deeper, throatier sound.

The interior of the restored Impala is absolutely gorgeous. Sure, there's the usual new carpeting, door panels, door handles, window cranks, etc.. But look at the beautiful seats. Yes, they have new covers, but also new foams as well. The original seat belts were restored by Ssnak-Oyl Products. The original steering wheel was restored. The original center console was re-died. The original instrument cluster and padded dash are a testament to the pristine condition of the Impala. Finishing off the interior is a new set of reproduction 1964 rubber floor mats. Operationally, all gauges operate as new. The factory air conditioning blows cold and the original factory AM/FM radio with rear speaker control comes in clear as day. Twist the key, tune in your favorite FM station, turn on the air, and you're ready for a hot summer night of cruising!

Moving to the trunk, a new three piece reproduction trunk mat protects the restored trunk floor, while a full spare, and correct jack assembly and hardware rest comfortably on their perch.

As a long-time member of the now defunct Late Great Chevy Club and an attendee at more than a dozen of their national shows, I had the opportunity to judge these cars. I can confidently say that based on the fit & finish of this Impala, this is a gold level car (950 + out of 1000).

If you are a 1964 Impala fan and you want something truly special, THIS is your car. Documented, original sheet-metal, original drive-train, great color combo, great options and an authentic restoration! This is the perfect Impala for the purist who wishes to both stand out at any show and drive and enjoy his car. This one is ready for another four decades of enjoyment. It doesn't get much better than this one.

FACTS & FIGURES Year:1964 Mileage:89098 VIN: Transmission Type:Automatic Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Gold Interior Color:Brown About this auction & Best of Show Automotive

Convinced that collector car values are plummeting? Don't be fooled! While the value of mediocre cars has been steadily sliding with the economy over the past two years, the value of incredible cars has stayed level and, is rising. In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find!

Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS.

We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask!

Note that our cars are on display in our showroom in Mentor, Ohio, in national print advertisements, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time.

Best of Show Automotive sells approximately 40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. Lastly, note that we do not change our pricing on any car based on Ebay auction activity. Ebay is a wholesale marketing platform, which we use primarily for marketing purposes.

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This car can be inspected at our 60,000 square foot office complex and showroom facility, operated as the Mentor Museum of Speed, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, six days per week. Museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 4 pm Saturdays. You may stop in at any time during museum hours to view our collection. If you would like to make a sales appointment (and avoid paying the ten buck admission fee), we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll below. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility.

We can transport your new vehicle to you in one of our enclosed car haulers. Cost depends on mileage and location. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help you with your transport needs. For a quote, call Ron at: (440)350-1480. Ron's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs.

A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: class="wmatterbold">Best of Show Automotive, LLC has a valid Ohio Used Car Dealer's License. Our showroom, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, is open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays, with viewing by appointment only Monday through Friday. We 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our 25 member staff is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars!

In addition to our main showroom in Mentor, Ohio, we own two secondary facilities, including a restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. Best of Show car have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We own all of our facilities and have a significant investment in our business. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, our Restoration Manager, Tim Wilhelm, can be reached at: (440)354-3279. Tim's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that …we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact our Inventory Manager, Doug Croxford, at: (440)350-1480. Doug's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence!

For general information, call us at: (440)350-1480. You can send an email directly to our President, Joseph Carroll, at: Joseph M. Carroll
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5782 Heisley Road
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
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5782 Heisley Rd.
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
Mentor, OH, 44060

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