1. It started as a show car
The very first Impala appeared in 1956 as a “Corvette Impala” prototype at GM’s Motorama Show. It was such a hit that Chevrolet decided to bring it into production just two years later.
2. The name comes from an African antelope
“Impala” symbolizes speed, elegance, and grace — the perfect name for a car meant to represent movement and prestige.
3. The 1958 model was one of a kind
That design only lasted one year before Chevrolet completely changed the body in 1959 — making the ’58 a true collector’s gem.
4. It was the first Chevy with independent rear suspension
In the 1960s, the Impala introduced smoother handling and a more comfortable ride thanks to this new suspension system.
5. The 1965 Impala broke sales records
Over one million units were sold that year — no other American car has ever topped that record!
6. It became an icon in lowrider culture
A Chevy Impala lowrider | Gary Leonard via Getty Images
From the 1970s to today, the Impala is a favorite among lowriders, celebrated in California’s car scene, hip-hop videos, and Latino street culture.
7. The SS (Super Sport) was a beast
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS 409/425 HP V-8, 4-Speed | Mecum Customer
The Super Sport package gave the Impala powerful V8 engines and sporty details — the 1964 SS remains one of the most desired classics.
8. It starred in movies and TV shows
1963 Chevrolet Impala | Boyz n the Hood
From “Boyz n the Hood” to “Supernatural” — where the 1967 Impala became a legend known simply as “Baby.”
9. It disappeared… but always came back
Chevy discontinued the Impala several times (in 1985, 1996, and 2020), yet each time it returned — proof that legends never die.
10. It stands for class, nostalgia, and American power
The Impala embodies the golden age of cars: big engines, chrome details, and that unstoppable American dream on wheels.
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