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Report #628693

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Exterior
Inspection of the vehicles exterior shows; General misalignment to body panels, see pictures. There are misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. The paint shows some wear and tear. The underside shows areas of surface rust. See pictures. Missing the back up lights. Bumpers are rusty, they need to be replated or replaced. There are some seals missing. Some pitting on the interior and exterior chrome trim. Trim around headlights is damaged. Both rear tires show dry rot and the rear wheels are missing the center cap.

Interior
The vehicles interior shows no rips or tears. There were no unusual odors noted. Pitting on some of the chrome trim. Aftermarket digital gauges, odometer is inoperative.

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. Lots of modifications.

Road test
The engine starts, runs and idles. The contact drove with the inspector as a passenger for the road test. The vehicle accelerates, the transmission operates smoothly and the brakes stop the vehicle. The steering and suspension operate as designed. There were no unusual noises or vibrations noted.

Vehicle Info

Year 1959
Make Chevrolet
Model Impala
Mileage The was no od
Transmission Automatic
VIN Number CA964482
Interior Vinyl
Interior Color Black
Body Color Black
Engine 8 Cylinder
Drive Type Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type Gas

Exterior

Body Alignment
General misalignment to body panels, see pictures.
Scratches
There are misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos.
Dings
Dents
Paint Condition
The paint shows some wear and tear.
Rust
The underside shows areas of surface rust. See pictures.
Exterior Lights Missing the back up lights.
Bumpers
Bumpers are rusty, they need to be replated or replaced.
Side Moldings
Frame Damage
Glass
Body Seals There are some seals missing.
Body Filler?
Hood
Doors
Floors
Rockers
Quarter Panels
Chrome
Some pitting on the interior and exterior chrome trim. Trim around headlights is damaged.

Interior

Steering Wheel
Seat Condition
Inner Door Panels
Window Switches
Window Function
Dash
Dash Lights
Dash Gauges
Aftermarket digital gauges, odometer is inoperative.
Air Conditioning
Carpet
Floor Mats
Cigarette Use
Unusual Odors
Headliner
Blower Motor
Interior Trim
Pitting on some of the chrome trim
Inner Trunk

Mechanical

Air Filter
Battery Condition
Charging System
Cooling Fan Condition
Radiator Cap Sealing Properly
Hoses
Radiator
Engine Coolant
Coolant Leaks
Belts
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
Modifications Lots of modifications.

Road Test

Road Test Yes
Engine Performance
Transmission performance
Differential Performance
Wheel Bearing Performance
Braking Performance
Suspension Performance
Steering Performance
Engine Starting

Manufacturer

Driver FrontHerculesHerculesPassenger Front
Driver RearMicky Thompson Micky Thompson Passenger Rear

Size

Driver Front235/45R17235/45R17Passenger Front
Driver Rear29X18.50-1529X18.50-15Passenger Rear

Axle Count

Tire Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearDry RotDry RotPassenger Rear

Wheel Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearMissing Hubcap/Center CapMissing Hubcap/Center CapPassenger Rear

Tire Tread

Driver Front7/327/32Passenger Front
Driver Rear7/327/32Passenger 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!

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