The Impala was separated into its own model making it the second most expensive Chevrolet for 1964.
1964 Chevrolet Impala
The big "Jet Smooth" Chevrolet Impala, Bel air and Biscayne returned for 1964 stronger than ever with the new squared-up styling. With much popularity the full-sized Chevy line-up was known for it's glamour and comfort all the way down to it's performance. The Impala remained the top of the line model offering, followed by the mid-line Bel Air and then the affordable Biscayne. Production continued to soar.
The Impala was separated into its own model making it the second most expensive Chevrolet for 1964. Standard equipment included most of what was available for lower models plus extra thick foam cushion seat, bright aluminum front seat end panels, bright instrument panel insert with nameplate molding, electric clock, parking brake warning light, Impala center emblem on steering wheel, and special padded arm rests for front and rear seats. It came as a 4dr Sedan, 4dr Hardtop Sport Sedan, 2dr Hardtop Sport Coupe, 2dr Convertible, and 4dr Station Wagon (6 passenger and 9 passenger).
For the 425-hp 409 added were the Twin 4 barrel carburetors. Impact-extruded pistons. Forged steel connecting rods and five-main-bearing crankshaft. Cast alloy iron camshaft. And two heads fitted with lightweight valves. Mechanical valve lifters. Dual exhausts, special clutch, and heavy-duty radiator and suspension, among others.
For the tamer 340-hp and 400-hp 409's, tamer bits and pieces were used. You could tuck a 425-hp Turbo-Fire 409 V8 into any 1964 Chevrolet Biscayne, Bel Air, Impala or Impala Super Sport. And choose low gear ratios of 2.56:1 or 2:20:1 with the 4-Speed all synchro shift. With the 2.20:1 gear ratio you can get 4.11:1 or 4.56:1 Positraction High Performance axle ratios
1964 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
Model Number
Body/Style Number
Body Type & Seating
Factory Price
Shipping Weight
Total Production
Impala Series 1700 - Six-Cyl
17
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,671
3,340 lbs
73,600
17
39
4 dr Hardtop Sport Sedan - 6P
$2,742
3,370 lbs
17
47
2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 6P
$2,678
3,295 lbs
17
67
2 dr Convertible - 6P
$2,927
3,400 lbs
17
35
4 dr Station Wagon - 6P
$2,970
3,725 lbs
17
45
4 dr Station Wagon - 9P
$3,073
3,770 lbs
Impala Series 1800 - V-8
18
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,779
3,460 lbs
616,000
18
39
4 dr Hardtop Sport Sedan - 6P
$2,850
3,490 lbs
18
47
2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 6P
$2,786
3,415 lbs
18
67
2 dr Convertible - 6P
$3,035
3,525 lbs
18
35
4 dr Station Wagon - 6P
$3,077
3,850 lbs
18
45
4 dr Station Wagon - 9P
$3,181
3,895 lbs
Impala Super Sport Series - Six-Cyl
13
47
2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 5P
$2,839
3,325 lbs
Note 1
13
67
2 dr Convertible - 5P
$3,068
3,435 lbs
Impala Super Sport Series
- V-8
14
47
2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 5P
$2,947
3,450 lbs
Note 1
14
67
2 dr Convertible - 5P
$3,196
3,555 lbs
NOTES:
Chevrolet Motor Division recorded the production of 185,325
Impala Super Sport models in 1964. 8,684 Chevrolets were equipped
with 409-cid engines, the majority being Impala Super Sports.
Chassis Data
Model
Wheelbase
Overall Length
Width
Tires
Chevrolet
119 in
209.9 in
79.6 in
7.00 x 14
Chevrolet Station Wagon
119 in
210.8 in
79.6 in
8.00 x 14
VIN Number Decoding
Serial Numbers were stamped on a plate
on the left front door hinge pillar (center pillar on Corvair). The Fisher
Body number plate on the right-hand side of the cowl gives additional
information such as the body style number, the production sequence number,
the trim (upholstery) number code and the paint number code.
First Symbol - Year
4 = 1964
Second & Third Symbol - Series
01 = Chevy II (4-cyl)
14 = Impala SS (V-8)
02 = Chevy II
15 = Bel Air 1500 Series (6-cyl)
04 = Chevy II Nova Super Sport
16 = Bel Air 1600 Series (V-8)
05 = Corvair 500 Series (6-cyl)
17 = Impala 1700 Series (6-cyl)
06 = Corvair 600 Monza Spyder (6-cyl)
18 = Impala 1800 Series (V-8)
07 = Corvair Deluxe 700 Series (6-cyl)
53 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (6-cyl)
08 = Corvette
54 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (V-8)
09 = Corvair Monza 900 Series (6-cyl)
55 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (6-cyl)
11 = Biscayne 1100 Series (6-cyl)
56 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (V-8)
12 = Biscayne 1200 Series (V-8)
57 = Chevelle Malibu SS (6-cyl)
13 = Impala SS (6-cyl)
58 = Chevelle Malibu SS (V-8)
Fourth & Fifth Symbol - Body Style
11 = 2dr Sedan
41 = 2dr Sedan
15 = 2 dr Station Wagon (6P)
45 = 4dr Station Wagon (9P)
19 = 4dr Sedan
47 = 2dr Sport Coupe
27 = Club Coupe
49 = 4dr Sedan
35 = 4dr Station Wagon (6P)
67 = 2dr Convertible
37 = 2dr Hardtop or Sport Coupe
69 = 4dr Sedan
39 = 4dr Hardtop or Sport Sedan
70 = Sedan Delivery
Sixth Symbol - Assembly Plant
(A) Atlanta, Georgia
(N) Norwood, Ohio
(B) Baltimore, Maryland
(O) Oakland, California
(F) Flint, Michigan
(R) Arlington, Texas
(G) Framingham, Massachusetts
(S) St. Louis, Missouri
(H) Fremont, California
(T) Tarrytown, New York
(J) Janesville, Wisconsin
(U) Southgate, California
(K) Kansas City, Missouri
(W) Willow Run, Michigan
(L) Los Angeles, California
(Y) Wilmington, Delaware
Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence
Started at 100001
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Options and Accessories
Description
Description
Deluxe Air Conditioning w/ Heater
Super Sport Equipment Package
Cool Pack Air Conditioning
Tachometer (V8s only)
Driver's Seat Belt
Wheel Discs
Pair of Front Seat Belts
Wire Wheel Discs
Heavy-Duty Brakes w/ Metallic Facings
Two-Speed Electric Washers & Wipers
Comfort & Convenience Group
Tilt Steering Wheel
Tinted Windows (all)
Turbo Fire 327-cid/250-hp
Tinted Windshield
Turbo Fire 327-cid/300-hp
Grille Guard
Turbo Fire 327-cid/340-hp
Rear Bumper Guard
Turbo Fire 409-cid/400-hp
Padded Dash
Turbo Fire 409-cid/425-hp
Station Wagon Luggage Locker
Overdrive Transmission
Station Wagon Luggage Carrier
Powerglide Transmission
Two-Tone Paint
Close Ratio 4-Speed Manual Transmission
Power Brakes
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Six-Way Power Seat
Positraction Rear Axle
Power Steering
Delcotron 42-amp Generator
Manual Radio
Heavy-Duty Radiator
Push-Button Radio
Heavy-Duty Battery
Push-Button Radio w/ Antenna & Rear Speaker
Temperature Controlled Cooling Fan (six-cyl.)
Vinyl Roof (Impala Super Sport)
Delcotron 52-amp Generator
Station Wagon Divided Second Seat
Delcotron 62-amp Generator
Deluxe Steering Wheel
Options & Accessories
Front Grille & Rear Bumper Guards for Chevy II Front Grille Guard - Mounts to the top edge of the front bumper, adding greater protection to the front of the car.
Rear Bumper Guards - A pair of upright guards that attach to the rear bumper face bar, adding protection.
Luggage Carriers
A permanently attached roof carrier that adds more usable space. Also available, a 4 stanchion custom rack for Chevrolet and Chevy II Station Wagons.
Available on all Chevrolet, Chevelle and Chevy II Station Wagons.
Chevy II Deluxe Factory Air Conditioner
The Chevy II Deluxe AC removes up to one and one quarter gallons of moisture from the air per hour and has a cooling capacity of 2800 lbs of ice per day. Available as a factory or dealer installed option.
Chevelle Custom Factory Air Conditioner
Circulates cool air throughout the car. Removes up to one and one quarter gallons of moisture from the air per hour and has a cooling capacity of 2800 lbs of ice per day. Available as a factory or dealer installed option.
Corvair Deluxe Factory Air Conditioner
Can be installed on sedans, convertibles and coupes and can be used in conjunction with factory heater. Uses the 6-cyl. compressor. Available as a factory or dealer installed option.
Deluxe "Four Season" Air Conditioner
The climate control system provides cool temperatures to warm depending on the preference. Cooling components function as the air moves through the evaporator. For Chevrolet and Chevelle, available as a factory option only.
AM-FM Push Button Radio
A 9 transistor radio with 9 diodes including printed circuit boards, full size 6 x 9 inch 10 ohm speakers and a choice between front or rear antenna.
Available on all Chevroletmodels
Back-Up Lamps
Designed to cas a wide beam of light to the rear of the car for increased safety when backing into dark areas.
Available on all models of Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II, and Corvair
Hand Portable Spotlamp
A handy trouble lamp that can be used in any 12 volt cigarette lighter. Complete with a 12 foot cord.
Bumper Guards
Heavy guage steel guards with chrome plating. The upright guards are attached to the front and rear bumpers to add greater protection to lamps, grille and other sheet metal.
Available on Chevrolet, Chevelle, and Corvair
Chevrolet Custom Factory Air Conditioner
Circulates cool air throughout the car and removes one and a quarter
gallons of moisture from the air per hour and has a cooling capacity of 2800 lbs of ice per day. Available as a factory or dealer installed option.
Hood and Trunk Lid Mouldings The mouldings are anodized aluminum and are identical to production mouldings used on the Impala models. Can be easliy installed on the Bel Air and Biscayne models.
Deluxe Floor Mats
All rubber mats are made from all new tire grade rubber and will remain plyable and new looking over a long period of time. Made to match all interiors.
Litter Container
A heavy-duty plastic litter container designed with a saddle mounting to fit over the tunnel in the front or rear seat of Chevrolet's, Chevelle's, Chevy II's and Corvairs. Colors available are black, red, blue and fawn.
Custom Manual Radio
Includes 6 transistors, 3 diodes, printed circuit boards, direct coupled audio system with a 6 x 9 inch high fidelity speaker. Your choice of front or rear antenna.
Available for all Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvairs.
Chevrolet Mirrors Outside rearview mirror - surfaced with chrome plated glass that will not fog, discolor or scale. Can be set to any position by remote control from inside the car. Rearview mirror - wide angle mirror that can be changed from clear to non-glare for night driving. Available in Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvair.
Deluxe Push Button Radio
A radio with 6 transistors and 3 diodes including printed circuit boards and the latest cicuitry advancements to assure best performance and trouble free service. Your choice of rear or front antenna. Available for all Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvairs.
Rear Seat Speakers Matched to the front speaker to simulated the HI-FI effect. Switch can be adjusted so either the front or rear speaker can be played or both simultaneously. Rear speakers can be installed with AM-FM push button and manual radios. Available for all Chevrolet passenger cars, station wagons, and convertibles, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvair (except convertible).
Chevrolet Seat Belts Made from 100% nylon webbing, Chevrolet belts meet all Federal & State test ans specifications. Available for front or rear seats on Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvair.
Speed and Cruise Control
From the cruise position, you can remove your foot from the pedal to relieve driving tension. Available for 6 and 8 cylinder Chevrolets only, except 8 cylinder high performance engine.
Rear Window Defroster
A large blower draws the air to help reduce fog, ice and snow from the window. Will improve air circulation in rear of the car. Available on Chevrolet, Chevelle and Chevy II.
Trailer Hitch
Designed to give stable installation on each of the vaious vehicles. Ideal for hauling light utility or boat trailers. Chevrolet, Chevelle, and Chevy II are designed to handle up to 2000 lbs with a vertical tongue load of 150 lbs. The Corvair will haul up to 1000 lbs. with a vertical tongue of 100 lbs.
Wheel Covers
A high grade stainless steel finished with chrome flash that will retain a bright finish that is guaranteed to add to the appearance of any car.
Wire Wheel Covers
Simulated wire wheel covers that are difficult to identify from real wire wheels. The covers include a deluxe type knock off spinner.
Available for all Chevrolet's, Chevelle's, Chevy II's and Corvairs.
Windshield Washers
An electrically driven water pump assures a good steady stream of water on the windshield glass. 2-speed wipers and washers are available as a factory option.
Available for all Chevrolet's, Chevelle's, Chevy II's and Corvairs.
Electric Clocks
Precision, reliable time pieces illuminated with dial lamps that can be dimmed with the other instrument panel lights.
Available for Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Corvairs.
1964 Chevrolet Engine Codes
Letter Code
Engine
Horsepower
Torque
Transmission
Carburetor
A
6-230
140
220
3-Speed Manual
1 BC
AE
6-230
140
220
3-Speed Manual
1 BC
AF
6-230
140
220
3-Speed Manual
1 BC
AG
6-230
140
220
3-Speed Manual
1 BC
B
6-230
140
220
Powerglide
1 BC
BQ
6-230
140
220
Powerglide
1 BC
C
8-283
195
285
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
CB (p)
8-283
195
285
Powerglide
2 BC
D
8-283
195
285
Powerglide
2 BC
QA
8-409
400 +
425
4-Speed Manual
4 BC
QB
8-409
425
425
4-Speed Manual
2 - 4 BC
QC
8-409
340
420
4-Speed Manual
4 BC
QG
8-409
340
420
Powerglide
4 BC
QN
8-409
400 +
425
4-Speed Manual
4 BC
QP
8-409
425
425
4-Speed Manual
2 - 4 BC
QQ
8-409
340
420
4-Speed Manual
4 BC
QR
8-409
340
420
Powerglide
4 BC
R
8-327
250
350
3 & 4-Speed Manual
4 BC
RB
8-327
300 +
360
3 & 4-Speed Manual
4 BC
S
8-327
250
350
Powerglide
4 BC
SB
8-327
300 +
360
Powerglide
4 BC
XE (s)
8-327
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
4 BC
Transmission Codes
Transmission
Location
3-Speed Manual
Stamped on rear face of upper right corner
4-Speed (Corvair)
Stamped on boss on lower left side of case just below side cover.
Powerglide (Corvair)
On top of the case in the rear at 11 o'clock.
Powerglide
Stamped on the bottom of oil pan
Plant and Type Designation Prefix
Plant
Transmission Type
W
Warner Gear
3-Speed
S
Saginaw
3-Speed
M
Muncie
3-Speed, Overdrive*
C
Cleveland
Powerglide
T
Toledo
Powerglide
D
Saginaw
Overdrive
K
McKinnon
3-Speed
E
McKinnon
Powerglide
O
Saginaw
Overdrive
A
Cleveland
2-Speed, Manual Powerglide
*Overdrive distinguished from 3-Speed by physical appearance only. The
above transmissions (exc. Warner Gear) will carry a production code number
such as: C1116N (C = Cleveland Powerglide, 11 = November, 16 = 16th, N
= Night Shift). The Warner Gear transmissions will carry a production
code number such as: WG1031 (W = Warner Gear 4-Spd., G = July, 10 = 10th,
7 = 1967, 1 = First Shift).
Axle Codes
Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will
be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile,
and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped
on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp
on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high,
3 in. outboard of carrier.
(Upper) Bahama Green Metallic (908)
(Lower) Meadow Green Metallic (905)
4534L
4532L
975
(Upper) Desert Beige (938)
(Lower) Ember Red (922)
4526L
4387LH
954
(Upper) Ermine White (936)
(Lower) Meadow Green Metallic (905)
4024L
4532L
982
(Upper) Daytona Blue Metallic (916)
(Lower) Satin Silver Metallic (940)
4395L
4247L
959
(Upper) Ermine White (936)
(Lower) Silver Blue Metallic (912)
4024L
4250L
988
(Upper) Azure Aqua Metallic (918)
(Lower) Ermine White (936)
4253L
4024L
960
(Upper) Daytona Blue Metallic (916)
(Lower) Silver Blue Metallic (912)
4395L
4250L
993
(Upper) Desert Beige (938)
(Lower) Palomar Red Metallic (948)
4526L
4389LM
965
(Upper) Ermine White (936)
(Lower) Lagoon Aqua Metallic (919)
4024L
4529l
995
(Upper) Satin Silver Metallic (940)
(Lower) Palomar Red Metallic (948)
4247L
4389LM
971
(Upper) Desert Beige (938)
(Lower) Saddle Tan Metallic (932)
4526L
4392L
NOTES: General Motors paint code plate for all models except Corvair and
Corvette is located under the hood at the top of the firewall on
the left or right of the upper shroud. Corvair paint code plate
is on the left rear wheel housing. Corvette paint code plate is
under the dash, below the glove compartment.
Paint Codes - Interior Colors
Color Name / Code
Color Image
Color Name / Code
Color Image
White
Lucite® Code - 4024L (semi-gloss)
Dark Aqua Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4429L (flat)
Medium Fawn Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4527L (semi-gloss)
Medium Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9006L (semi-gloss)
Medium Saddle Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9015L (semi-gloss)
Dark Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 96221 (semi-gloss)
Medium Fawn
Lucite® Code - 4583L (flat)
Dark Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4430L (flat)
Dark Saddle
Lucite® Code - 4436L (flat)
Medium Red
Lucite® Code - 9016LH (semi-gloss)
Medium Olive Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4532LH (semi-gloss)
Dark Red
Lucite® Code - 4438LH (flat)
Dark Olive Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4584LH (flat)
Black
Lucite® Code - 88 (semi-gloss)
Medium Aqua Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9005L (semi-gloss)
Black
Lucite® Code - 4428L (flat)
Dark Aqua Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9012LH (semi-gloss)
NOTE: Unrubbed
LUCITE® will generally produce a gloss comparable to original
unrubbed interior semi-gloss finishes. If lower gloss is required,
use DuPont #4528 flattening compound to reduce gloss.
Note: Information, Specifications, Resources & Photos found in the Research Library should only be used as general guidelines. OldRide LLC makes no warranty as to the authenticity and accuracy of the information contained hereon.
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