Equipment
Spinner wheel covers, narrow whitewalls, pushbutton radio, bucket seats, center console with clock, 6,000 RPM tach.
Condition
Represented as matching numbers. Clean, shiny paint. The brightwork is very good and the top looks new. The engine compartment has seen little use since the 2007 cosmetic restoration. The underbody has been completely redone. The gauge lenses are a bit cloudy and the seats have been redone. Previously restored with miminal use. A stylish way to enjoy the last year for the 409.
Market commentary
It's refreshing that the restorer of this '65 Impala didn't kick it up to L31 400hp or L80 425hp trim, an honesty that is reflected in the other details of its restoration and presentation. Properly restored and well maintained, it could have brought another $15,000 and still represented a good value for the new owner.