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1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod LS1

5.7L Naturally Aspirated LS1 V8 | 22" Aftermarket Wheels  | Custom Paint Job

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Impala
VIN:
11837L179568
Lot Number:
260251161
Odometer:
94,601
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.7L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
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Exterior Color:
Turquoise
Interior Color:
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Vehicle Location:
Tucson
Arizona
  • 1961 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe Restomod
  • 5.7L Naturally Aspirated LS1 V8
  • Electronic Fuel Injection
  • 4-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Turquoise Exterior
  • White Vinyl Interior
  • Candy Apple Red Painted Firewall
  • Aftermarket Aluminum Radiator
  • Electric Cooling Fans
  • 22" Aftermarket Wheels
  • Aftermarket Suspension
  • Aftermarket Sound System
  • Custom Paint Job
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Background Story of this 1961 Chevrolet Impala

Overview of 1961 Chevrolet Impala For Sale by Owner

The 1961 Chevrolet Impala is one of the most recognizable early-60s American coupes, known for its sweeping side trim, quad headlights, and jet-age design language. This example has been transformed into an LS-swapped restomod while retaining much of its original character inside and out. Finished in green with a white interior, the car features a recently installed LS1 V8 with approximately 94,601 miles on the engine. The firewall has been painted in candy apple red, highlighting the custom drivetrain installation, though the exterior paintwork remains unfinished and the seller has noted a quarter panel issue pending further documentation. Sitting on 22-inch wheels, this Impala blends classic styling with modern performance, presenting as a partially completed project with strong mechanical foundations.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1961 Chevrolet Impala is finished in green and rides on large 22-inch 5-spoke aftermarket wheels that dramatically modernize its stance. The chrome bumpers, quad headlight front fascia, and signature side insert trim remain intact, preserving the unmistakable early-60s Impala profile. While the body presents well from a distance, the paintwork is described as unfinished, and there is a noted quarter panel issue that will require attention. The candy apple red firewall under the hood adds a custom touch and contrasts sharply with the exterior color, signaling the car’s restomod direction. The interior of this 1961 Chevrolet Impala retains a largely factory-style appearance with white vinyl bench seating and a classic horizontal speedometer dashboard. The dash is painted to match the exterior theme, and the original-style steering wheel and trim remain in place, maintaining period-correct charm. Modern upgrades include Pioneer door-mounted speakers and a Pioneer 4-channel amplifier mounted in the trunk, supported by upgraded wiring. The combination of vintage aesthetics and updated audio components gives the cabin a usable, driver-oriented feel while still reflecting the car’s project status.The interior of this 1961 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe Restomod features white bench seats for front and rear occupants, a period dashboard and a sporty aftermarket steering wheel. We see some upgraded speakers and a Pioneer 4-channel amplifier resides in the trunk. Everything else looks more or less as it came from the factory, albeit still in great condition.

Engine

Under the hood sits a 5.7-liter naturally aspirated LS1 V8 equipped with electronic fuel injection, offering modern reliability and drivability compared to the factory carbureted engines originally available in 1961. The engine installation appears complete and features an aluminum radiator, electric cooling fans, and long-tube headers. Power is routed through an automatic transmission, most likely a 4L60E, sending power to the rear wheels. The LS1 powertrain delivers modern performance and reliability, making this Impala far more usable than a stock early-’60s cruiser while still leaving room for the next owner to refine and complete the cosmetic details to their own vision.

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1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod LS1

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PENDING SALE
$64,999
SOLD

The 1961 Chevrolet Impala is one of the most recognizable early-60s American coupes, known for its sweeping side trim, quad headlights, and jet-age design language. This example has been transformed into an LS-swapped restomod while retaining much of its original character inside and out. Finished in green with a white interior, the car features a recently installed LS1 V8 with approximately 94,601 miles on the engine. The firewall has been painted in candy apple red, highlighting the custom drivetrain installation, though the exterior paintwork remains unfinished and the seller has noted a quarter panel issue pending further documentation. Sitting on 22-inch wheels, this Impala blends classic styling with modern performance, presenting as a partially completed project with strong mechanical foundations.

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1964 Chevrolet Impala

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$57,500
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The 1964 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe stands as one of the most iconic full-size American classics of the 1960s. With its long, sculpted body lines, quad headlights, and wide chrome grille, the ’64 model remains one of the most recognizable Impalas ever built. Finished in vibrant Red over a Black vinyl interior, this example carries the unmistakable presence that made the Impala a staple of muscle-era cruising culture. Under the hood sits a 350ci naturally aspirated V8, a popular and reliable small-block upgrade that enhances performance over the original factory offerings. Paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission, this Impala delivers classic V8 smoothness with easy drivability.

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1967 Chevrolet Impala

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PENDING SALE
$29,984
SOLD

The 1967 Chevrolet Impala occupies a unique place in American automotive culture, famously sharing its model year with the iconic “Baby” from the television series Supernatural. While this example is configured as a 2-door hardtop rather than the well-known 4-door sedan driven by the Winchester brothers, it remains no less compelling in its own right. Finished in black and powered by a big-block V8, this Impala delivers the visual presence and mechanical substance that defined Chevrolet’s full-size performance offerings of the era. Features such as a push-button starter and a period-correct radio further enhance its appeal, blending classic character with functional usability. Belonging to the fourth-generation Impala produced between 1965 and 1970, this car represents a mature and desirable chapter in the model’s evolution. As an authentic American classic with strong cultural recognition and enduring mechanical appeal, it stands as a rewarding vehicle to own, drive, and preserve, with desirability that continues to grow over time.

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1973 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne

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PENDING SALE
$22,000

This 1973 Chevrolet Cheyenne C20 Super Pickup isn’t your typical third-gen C/K Series classic pickup truck. It may have the stock 454ci V8 under the hood, which was the largest gas engine available for this era, but there’s a host of mods to make it a beast. These include aftermarket lifters, rockers, pushrod, exhaust, and more. With a nice coat of black paint and some aftermarket wheels, this truck even includes a banging stereo system for those tailgate parties, on the trails, or in town. It’s currently up for grabs in Castle Rock, Washington, with under 35,000 miles to its name. Don’t delay if you’re interested; many others will be too.

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1974 Chevrolet Corvette

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PENDING SALE
$23,999

This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, in all its orange glory, comes from an era of resilience. The C3 or third-gen ‘Vette is the longest-running of them all, with a fourteen-year production run between 1968 and 1982. Cars like this one are historically significant because they weathered the most dreaded time in American auto history; the Malaise Era. Even during those times, the Corvette was still the fastest American car available. Now, you can see why, when you take a closer look at this 24,000-mile machine from Island Lake, Illinois. It’s a survivor, a stunning looker, and above all, never compromised on engines by always having a V8 beneath the hood. So why not buy this beautiful boulevard cruiser and stick it to today’s soulless EVs?

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2010 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 2LT

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PENDING SALE
$59,990

Eight generations of Corvette are available right now, and we at Exotic Car Trader have shifted examples from all eight of them. Today’s 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 2LT Convertible comes from the sixth generation, called the C6. It’s a fine, V8-powered drop-top from Cabot, Arkansas and comes with just 8,795 miles on the clock. Plus, it’s got the owners manual included with the sale, as well as both keys. Oh, and did we say it’s rear wheel drive and packing a stick shift? Yup, this might as well be driving nirvana, wrapped up in a white package and containing red leather on the inside.

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1959 Buick Invicta

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PENDING SALE
$59,999

One of the shortest-lived nameplates in Buick history has got to be the Invicta. In fact, this full-size offering packed in two generations within just five years. The first generation ran for 1959 and 1960, while the second was made from 1961 to 1963. Given the car’s short production run, it’s no surprise that the market isn’t awash with examples. Thankfully, we have this 53,667-mile 1959 Buick Invicta for sale today. With its 401ci V8 and automatic gearbox, this Miami-based classic is the perfect choice for someone seeking an unconventional automobile to cherish, and of course, drive.

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1974 Chevrolet Corvette

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$23,999

This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, in all its orange glory, comes from an era of resilience. The C3 or third-gen ‘Vette is the longest-running of them all, with a fourteen-year production run between 1968 and 1982. Cars like this one are historically significant because they weathered the most dreaded time in American auto history; the Malaise Era. Even during those times, the Corvette was still the fastest American car available. Now, you can see why, when you take a closer look at this 24,000-mile machine from Island Lake, Illinois. It’s a survivor, a stunning looker, and above all, never compromised on engines by always having a V8 beneath the hood. So why not buy this beautiful boulevard cruiser and stick it to today’s soulless EVs?

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1985 Cadillac Seville Classic

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$29,999

Cadillac may be best known for their massively opulent land yachts that really pushed the boundaries of full-size cars, but did you know that they had smaller options? In fact, they still do. Between 1976 and 2004, their midsize luxury car was the Seville. Named after a Spanish province renowned for art and architecture, today’s 1985 Cadillac Seville comes from the second generation of the nameplate. It’s got only 13,272 miles on its 4.1-liter throttle body injected V8, and features a four-speed automatic transmission. Interestingly, the car is front-wheel drive, as was typical back in the day. If you’d like to acquire this rather interesting piece of Eighties Americana, it’s currently up for grabs in Fountain Inn, South Carolina.

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