1960 Chevrolet Impala Convertible 283 V8

The engine bay is just as clean, fresh, and correct-looking as the rest of the car. You'll even love the details, like the GM branded hoses and the decals. This is believed to be the correct-spec 283 cubic-inch V8. We now know how agreeable these small blocks are for upgrades, and so this has added power from an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and Edelbrock intake. Of course, it's hard to first see these improvements, because it was done with a detailed eye, including the correct Chevy orange and the big black air topper. They even rebuilt the generator to keep this looking correct but running strong. The V8 fires up readily, and makes a subtly sweet tune from the dual exhaust. As you look at the undercarriage photos, the freshness of the components really tells you why this one feels confident on the road. Plus, you have power steering, a Powerglide automatic transmission, and power brakes with upgraded front discs. So it's easy to enjoy this freshly restored drop-top.