1964 Chevrolet Impala Manual SS v8 327 CI 4-speed

The interior continues the cool two-tone style. So you'll love keeping the windows down on this pillarless hardtop just to show off the well-coordinated look inside and out. The seats, door panels, dash, and carpeting all look very vintage and well-respected. There are upgrades, and they're well-integrated. For example, the auxiliary gauges are mounted in a machine-turned panel to match the dash. And the radio looks like a factory unit, but it's a retro-style AM/FM digital tuner with an aux input for your iPod. The air conditioning unit has that ideal classic style (don't forget that GM owned Frigidaire during this era.) This is a great full-size classic to share with family and friends, but you never need any of them to have fun. After all, as a real-deal Super Sport, this one speaks to the driver. That's why you have front bucket seats, a center console in-between, a Hurst shifter, and even the correct tach mounted front-and-center on the steering column.

Under the hood is the numbers-matching 327 cubic-inch V8. And since this is the original motor, it's great to also see a stock-style presentation, including the air grabber w/callout. But as you look closer, you'll also spot worthwhile upgrades everywhere from the Optima red top battery to the Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor. It's a strong-running V8, and it connects to a date-correct Muncie four-speed manual transmission. So you've got some terrific history and proper control over the V8 power. Add in power steering, power brakes, and wide Cooper Cobra tires, and this SS is a great all-around cruiser.