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Exterior
The wiper system is not working. Further diagnosis is needed. The windshield washer does not work. General misalignment to body panels, Trunk lid, both doors, hood, see pictures. There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. Stress cracking both sides of upper trunk lid area and some drip marks and some light overspray or orange peel. The underside has been painted/undercoated. The undercoating can hide rust. The underside shows areas of surface rust. See pictures. The rockers have excessive body filler in them. The quarter panels have been previously replaced. The convertible top is in good condition but could not get motor to close top all the way before battery died. I checked the vehicle with a magnet and found it to stick all around but was weaker in the lower panels. Not excessive. Passenger side outer door handle does not work.

Interior
The vehicles interior shows no rips or tears. There were no unusual odors noted. Slow and very stiff to turn window handles. The heater is inoperative. The blower motor does not work. Dash gauges are aftermarket digital type and operate as they should at the time of the inspection.

Mechanical
The accessible under hood fluids were noted to be at acceptable levels. There were no leaks noted. The belts and hoses were noted to be in good condition. The battery should be put on a charger to see if it accepts a full charge. If it does not accept a full charge, the battery will need to be replaced. There was some play felt in the steering wheel due to worn steering components. More diagnosis necessary.

Road Test
The engine starts, runs and idles. The vehicle accelerates well, the transmission operates smoothly and the brakes stop the vehicle. There was some play felt in the steering wheel possibly due to worn steering components. More diagnosis necessary. The suspension felt firm. There were no unusual noises or vibrations noted.

Vehicle Info

Year 1966
Make Chevrolet
Model Impala SS
Mileage 5178
Transmission Automatic
VIN Number 154116T224378
Interior Vinyl
Interior Color White
Body Color Blue
Engine 8 Cylinder
Drive Type Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type Gas

Exterior

Wiper Blades
The wiper system is not working. Further diagnosis is needed.
Windshield Washer
The windshield washer does not work.
Body Alignment
General misalignment to body panels, Trunk lid, both doors, hood, see pictures.
Scratches
There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos.
Dings
Dents
Paint Condition
Stress cracking both sides of upper trunk lid area and some drip marks and some light overspray or orange peel.
Rust
The underside has been painted/undercoated. The undercoating can hide rust. The underside shows areas of surface rust. See pictures.
Exterior Lights
Door Mirrors
Bumpers
Side Moldings
Convertible Top
Great condition but, could not get motor to close top all the way before battery died.
Frame Damage
Glass
Body Seals
Body Filler?
I checked the vehicle with a magnet and found it to stick all around but was weaker in the lower panels. Not excessive.
Hood
Doors
Passenger side outer door handle does not work.
Floors
Rockers
The rockers have excessive body filler in them.
Quarter Panels
The quarter panels have been previously replaced.
Chrome

Interior

Steering Wheel
Horn
Seat Condition
Seat Belts
Clock
Radio/Navigation
Inner Door Panels
Window Function
Slow and very stiff to turn window handles.
Dash
Dash Lights
Dash Gauges
Heater The heater is inoperative.
Carpet
Floor Mats
Cigarette Use
Unusual Odors
Blower Motor
The blower motor does not work.
Interior Trim
Inner Trunk

Mechanical

Air Filter
Battery Condition
The battery should be put on a charger to see if it accepts a full charge. If it does not accept a full charge, the battery will need to be replaced.
Charging System
Cooling Fan Condition
Radiator Cap Sealing Properly
Hoses
Radiator
Engine Coolant
Coolant Leaks
Belts
Power Steering
Steering Fluid
Engine Oil
Engine Fluid Leaks
Transmission Fluid
Transmission Leaks
Brake System
Brake Fluid Leaks
Differential leaks
Muffler System
CV Joints and Axles
Shocks and bushings
Ball Joints and Tie Rods
There was some play felt in the steering wheel due to worn steering components. More diagnosis necessary.
Modifications

Road Test

Road Test Yes
Engine Performance
Transmission performance
Differential Performance
Wheel Bearing Performance
Some play? Further diagnosis needed
Braking Performance
Suspension Performance
Steering Performance Slight play
Engine Starting

Manufacturer

Driver FrontGoodyearGoodyearPassenger Front
Driver RearHankookHankookPassenger Rear

Size

Driver Front245/45ZR18245/45ZR18Passenger Front
Driver Rear295/45R18245/45ZR18Passenger Rear

Axle Count

Tire Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Rear

Wheel Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Rear

Tire Tread

Driver Front6/326/32Passenger Front
Driver Rear10/3210/32Passenger Rear
Spare Tire
Spare tireNo

Tire Tread Explanation

10/32 or more

Tires have plenty of tread!

(standard)

8/32 or more

Tires have plenty of tread!

(low profile)

5/32 to 7/32

Tires will need replacement soon!

4/32 or less

Tires need replacement!

INSPECTED & PROTECTED | CPO

This vehicle is eligible for certification to provide coverage for mechanical failures

  • C2 Checkmark

    Transmission

  • C2 Checkmark

    Engine

  • C2 Checkmark

    Exhaust

  • C2 Checkmark

    HVAC

  • C2 Checkmark

    Suspension & Steering

  • C2 Checkmark

    Electrical System

  • C2 Checkmark

    Cooling System