Note lighting conditions at the time of the inspection affected picture quality.
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.
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 |
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. |
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 |
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 | Yes |
Engine Performance | |
Transmission performance | |
Differential Performance | |
Wheel Bearing Performance | |
Braking Performance | |
Suspension Performance | |
Steering Performance | |
Engine Starting |
Driver Front | Hercules | Hercules | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Micky Thompson | Micky Thompson | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 235/45R17 | 235/45R17 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 29X18.50-15 | 29X18.50-15 | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Dry Rot | Dry Rot | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Missing Hubcap/Center Cap | Missing Hubcap/Center Cap | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 7/32 | 7/32 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 7/32 | 7/32 | 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