The Chevy Impala was in production between 1957 and 2020, taking a few breaks between 1985 and 1994, and again between 1996 and 1999. Now, this particular example from the seventh generation is up for grabs in a new no-reserve online auction.
Recently posted to cars & bids, this 1996 Chevy Impala SS is one of the final B-platform Impala SS models produced, offering performance-flavored, four-door style from tip to tail, plus a V8 up front to drive the wheels out back.
Outside, we see the seventh-gen’s intimidating style is intact, with classic ‘90s-era lines and gentle curves. In the corners is a set of five-spoke 17-inch wheels, while in back, there’s a subtle rear decklid spoiler lip to complement the trunk line. The popular black paint finish covers the body panels.
Moving inside, we find the cabin space draped in gray leather upholstery, a good match for the no-nonsense exterior styling. An AM/FM/CD audio can be found in the center stack. This 1996 Chevy Impala is also outfitted with the Preferred Equipment Group, which adds a power passenger seat, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, an illuminated passenger-side visor mirror, and the Twilight Sentinel headlamp system.
Under the hood, this 1996 Chevy Impala SS runs the naturally aspirated 5.7L V8 LT1 engine, rated at 260 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque when new. The V8 connects to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission, and stays chilly thanks to heavy duty cooling.
A limited-slip differential, four-wheel disc brakes, and Decarbon shocks round out the handling package.
Overall, this 1996 Chevy Impala looks to be in pretty good condition. It also has a clean history and just 24,100 miles on the clock. Now, it’s up for grabs in in Castroville, Texas. As of this writing, the highest bid listed is set at $11,600, with eight bids submitted and six days left in the auction.
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Comments
Cue in all the young people saying it’s slow or underpowered because insert ________2021 car is quicker. What’s even funnier is most of these 20 and 30 something year olds are driving in 1.8 liter Corolla’s, 2.0 liter Subarus with fart cans or some type of 4 cylinder CUV that takes 8-10 seconds to get to 60 which is 1990 levels of performance.
I mean it does it just as fast with better fuel economy. You just shot yourself in the foot with your argument
The article was written by one of “these 20 and 30 something year olds”…
Why are you so angry?
You have to wonder what the Impala SS would have been today had GM put it 1st above the Camaro as a RWD Muscle Car, Charger hellcat would have some serious competition today aka Exorcists 1000hp Impala SS
The last of The REAL Impalas. Was a great platform.
I will want one of these until the day that I die.
In 1996 I could not afford a new one.
In 2021 I am retired and these do not pop up every day. This one will be gone tomorrow before I can get to the bank
Look at at the values of the scarce, remaining GM performance sedans, coupes, and SUV’s that were once made….Impala SS, Trailblazer SS, Pontiac GTO and G8, Chevy SS. Hint GM…replace failing sales Camaro with a new version of any one of these vehicles…wake up and smell the coffee!
I couldn’t agree more, I used to have one and I miss it everyday. It did feel a little low on the power especially compared to it’s more modern counterparts but it wasn’t a slouch by any means, and it loved to cruise at 80mph while going cross country. I unfortunately had to sell mine when I lost my job years back, but I’m gearing up to get another one, may LS swap it (I know) just to make it more reliable and easier to maintain.
Yes those were the days. We really miss our Caprice Classic (great memories). So sad what gm has become of no choice for us to continue with gm, 1st you took our Olds Cutlass away, 2nd our Pontiac Gran Prix, 3rd our Buick Lacrosse, 4th our Chevrolet Caprice Classic and Impala. No wonder, gm is forcing people to choose other brands makes no sense. But it makes cents $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ to build SUVs, profit, profit, profit all the way to gm to bank on.
Intimidating style, and a V8 driving the rear wheels
…but unfortunately not the “perfect daily driver” with 87 octane gas rapidly approaching $5.00 a gallon (at least in CA). This is a weekend cruiser. A conversation piece. Chevrolet should be building modern equivalents that are appropriately much quicker, faster and way more fuel efficient. Because now, you need to look at Hyundai-Kia-Genesis for traditional affordable performance cars which is a slap in the face to all GM faithful.
Great car! I have the honor to own one, 59k miles.
I was blessed in 2016 to find a ‘96 caprice classic (named her MuleDawg) & I still have her. She sits in the yard during winter & fall months, but when spring & summer hit look out to all the 4 cylinder pop pop bang bang toy rides!!!! They (caprices & impalas) are the boss old schools in my opinion. If you can get one GET IT!!!