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.
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 | 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 |
Driver Front | Goodyear | Goodyear | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Hankook | Hankook | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 245/45ZR18 | 245/45ZR18 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 295/45R18 | 245/45ZR18 | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 6/32 | 6/32 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 10/32 | 10/32 | Passenger Rear |
Spare tire | No |
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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!
This vehicle is eligible for certification to provide coverage for mechanical failures
Transmission
Engine
Exhaust
HVAC
Suspension & Steering
Electrical System
Cooling System