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1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod Bubble Top Coupe
This 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubble Top Coupe is a professionally built frame-off restomod that combines the unmistakable styling of Chevrolet's iconic pillarless coupe with modern performance, reliability, and comfort. Completed in 2013, this high-quality restoration features extensive mechanical, suspension, braking, and interior upgrades while preserving the timeless character of the original Impala.
The body was completely removed from the chassis during the restoration and professionally refinished in a custom Metallic…
1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod Bubble Top Coupe
This 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubble Top Coupe is a professionally built frame-off restomod that combines the unmistakable styling of Chevrolet’s iconic pillarless coupe with modern performance, reliability, and comfort. Completed in 2013, this high-quality restoration features extensive mechanical, suspension, braking, and interior upgrades while preserving the timeless character of the original Impala.
The body was completely removed from the chassis during the restoration and professionally refinished in a custom Metallic Olive Green finish. The underbody received the same level of attention, while all chrome bumpers were replaced and the stainless trim professionally refinished. The vehicle is equipped with SS-style badging and exterior trim, giving it a sportier appearance. Completing the aggressive stance are 17-inch Centerline billet wheels.
The custom interior is finished in premium cream leather and combines classic styling with modern convenience. It features front bucket seats separated by an SS center console, custom upholstered door panels and rear side panels, a custom headliner, Dynamat sound insulation, new carpeting, power windows with new glass, aftermarket air conditioning, and a Bluetooth stereo system. The factory dashboard has been retained and upgraded with Autometer gauges, while the trunk has been restored in the original factory-style speckle finish with the correct trunk mat.
Under the hood is a professionally detailed engine compartment housing a powerful 427 cubic-inch Chevrolet V8 engine. The engine is equipped with aluminum cylinder heads, an Edelbrock intake manifold, Holley carburetor, MSD Digital 6AL ignition system, MSD distributor, Concept One billet serpentine drive system, polished alternator, polished power steering pump, polished air conditioning compressor, polished Meziere electric water pump, polished aluminum radiator, twin electric cooling fans, and a custom stainless-steel exhaust system with 2.5-inch tubing.
Power is transferred through a Turbo 700R four-speed automatic transmission to a rebuilt rear differential. The powder-coated chassis features significant suspension upgrades, including Strong Arm tubular front control arms with adjustable coil-over shocks and a Strong Arm four-link rear suspension with adjustable shocks and lowered springs. Braking performance has been modernized with four-wheel disc brakes and a Wilwood dual master cylinder. The entire electrical system has been replaced with a complete American Autowire wiring harness for improved reliability.
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Year 1961
Make Chevrolet
Model Impala Bubble Top Coupe
Body Style Pillarless Coupe
Build Type Frame-Off Restomod
Restoration Year 2013
Exterior Color Metallic Olive Green
Engine 427 cu in Chevrolet Big Block V8
Cylinder Heads Aluminum
Intake Manifold Edelbrock
Carburetor Holley
Ignition System MSD Digital 6AL with MSD Distributor
Cooling System Polished Aluminum Radiator with Twin Electric Fans
Water Pump Polished Meziere Electric
Exhaust Stainless Headers with Custom 2.5-Inch Dual Exhaust
Transmission Turbo 700R 4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Rebuilt
Steering Power Steering
Front Suspension Strong Arm Tubular Control Arms with Adjustable Coil-Overs
Rear Suspension Strong Arm Four-Link with Adjustable Shocks & Lowered Springs
Brakes Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
Master Cylinder Wilwood Dual Master Cylinder
Chassis Powder-Coated Frame
Electrical System Complete American Autowire Wiring Harness
Wheels 17-Inch Centerline Billet
Interior Custom Cream Leather
Seating Front Bucket Seats with SS Center Console
Instrumentation Autometer Gauges
Windows Power Windows with New Glass
Audio System Bluetooth Stereo
Air Conditioning Aftermarket Air Conditioning
Sound Insulation Dynamat
This 1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod delivers the perfect balance of classic American styling and modern engineering. Featuring a powerful 427 Big Block V8, upgraded suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, modern electrical system, premium leather interior, air conditioning, and numerous performance enhancements, it offers exceptional drivability while retaining the timeless appeal of one of Chevrolet’s most iconic full-size coupes.
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