The 1959 Chevy (Originally published in the November 1958 issue of Mechanix Illustrated magazine) “Styling is as wild as you’ve seen … just as different as Santa Claus without a beard … That rear deck is pure Louis Armstrong… gone, … Continue reading →
Steven Vieira’s 348 tri-power 1959 Impala Convertible is an example of how a ’59 Impala should be restored. The attention to detail on this car is impeccable. It has undergone a full frame-off nut and bolt restoration. This car has … Continue reading →
Here is how to decode the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on American made 1958 and 1959 Chevrolet B-body (full size) cars. Locate the VIN tag on the left door jamb. It should be spot welded to the hinge pillar. Note: … Continue reading →
In the January 17, 1963 episode of Twilight Zone titled Valley of the Shadow, one of the stars of the show was a 1959 Impala convertible. Sadly, the car was wrecked… crashed into an invisible barrier. However, close examination of … Continue reading →
This is the accessories price schedule for the 1959 model year. This issue is dated for October 1, 1958 and is likely the first issue. Throughout the year, updated copies were released. … Continue reading →
Dealer showroom brochure for the 1959 model year. Includes all models of passenger cars. Biscayne, Bel Air, Impala, Brookwood, Parkwood, Kingswood, Nomad and El Camino. … Continue reading →
This is a frame from a 1959 Chevy Impala Convertible. These photos illustrates the differences between a convertible frame and a standard frame. Most notably there are additional steel channels welded above the rear arches, plus a cross brace just … Continue reading →
This fantastic ’59 Bel Air 2dr Sedan is laying low and rolling on what appear to be 18″ and 20″ wheels. Powered by a 348 with tripower. … Continue reading →
