1959 Chevrolet Impala

In 1959 Chevrolet offered new radical designs with the '59 Bel Air, Impala and Biscayne. The "batwing fins" and "cats-eye" taillights were just a few of the new designs. The new '59s rode a 119-inch wheelbase and stretched about 2 inches wider and longer, and 150 pounds heavier than the previous year '58. The Impala was offered as a full series for '59 and included a 4 door Sedan, Sport Hardtop Coupe and Sedan, and Convertible.  The Impala ascended to the top of the line and the Bel Air became mid-range with the Biscayne behind. Production Numbers for the '59 Impala included around 473,000 cars built. With much popularity and a successful year of sales the Chevrolet Impala became its own model in 1959 instead of an option off of the Bel Air line up of '58. The new '59 Impala was longer and wider and is best known for its wild tailfins as the rear end sported "bat wing" rear fenders,"cat's eye" taillamps, and a huge decklid. The 1959 Impala also gained an increase in horsepower with the availability of a fuel injected 283 V8 with 335hp. 

1959 Chevrolet Impala Production Numbers

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Impala Series 1700 - Six-Cyl
17	19	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,592	3,625 lbs	Note 1
17	39	4 dr Hardtop Sport Sedan - 6P	$2,664	3,665 lbs
17	37	2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,599	3,570 lbs
17	67	2 dr Convertible - 5P	$2,849	3,660 lbs
Nomad Station Wagon Series 1700 - Six-Cyl
17	35	4 dr Nomad- 6P	$2,891	3,980 lbs	Note 1
Impala Series 1800 - V-8
18	69	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,710	3,620 lbs	Note 1
18	39	4 dr Hardtop Sport Sedan - 6P	$2,782	3,670 lbs
18	37	2 dr Hardtop Sport Coupe - 6P	$2,717	3,580 lbs
18	67	2 dr Convertible - 5P	$2,967	3,650 lbs
Nomad Station Wagon Series 1800 - V-8
18	35	4 dr Nomad - 6P	$3,009	3,975 lbs	Note 1

Notes: Production was recorded by body style only: 4dr Sedan = 525,461 ; 2dr Sedan = 281,924; Sport Coupe = 164,901; Sport Sedan = 182,520 ; 2dr Station Wagon = 20,760; 4dr Station Wagon = 188,623 ; Convertible = 72,765.

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Height	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Chevrolet	119 in	210.9 in	79.9 in	54-56 in	60 in	60 in	7.50 x 14
Chevrolet Station Wagon	119 in	210.9 in	79.9 in	56.3 in	60 in	60 in	8.00 x 14

1959 Chevrolet Impala Options

Code	Description	Price
313	Powerglide Transmission	$199.10
-	Turboglide Transmission	-
-	Overdrive	-
-	Super Turbo-Fire V-8	-
573	Turbo-Thrust Tri-Power V-8	$150.65
-	Super Turbo-Thrust V-8	-
324	Power Steering	$75.35
412	Power Brakes	$43.05
-	Power Windows	-
-	Power Seat	-
-	Oil Filter	-
-	Oil Bath Air Cleaner	-
-	Dual Exhaust	-
-	Body Sill Moldings	$10.50
-	Deluxe Heater	$75.00
-	Recirculating Heater	$48.50
-	Whitewall Tires	-
-	Rear Radio Speaker	$12.25
-	Outside Mount Mirrors	$8.90
-	Tissue Dispenser	$5.70
-	Door Handle Shields	$1.95
-	Insect Screens	$1.35
-	E-Z-I Tinted Glass	-
-	Front Air Foam Cushion	-
-	Deluxe Group (sun visor, armrest, fender ornaments, cigarette lighter)	-
-	Cigarette Lighter	$3.50
-	Fender Ornaments	$5.50
-	Sun Visor	$2.40
-	Heavy-Duty 35-Amp Generator	-
-	Manual Radio	$58.25
-	Push-Button Radio	$75.00
-	Air Conditioner w/ Heater	$449.90
-	Air Suspension	$7.80
-	Positraction	-
-	Two-Tone Paint	-
-	Power Tailgate Window	-
-	Deluxe Steering Wheel	-
-	4-Speed Manual Transmission (close-ratio)	-
-	Wheel Covers	$23.00
-	Wheel Spinners	$16.75
-	Two-Speed Wipers	$16.15
-	Shaded Rear Window	-
-	Windshield Washer	$12.35
-	Rear Dummy Antenna	$6.25
-	Front Grill Guard	$29.50
-	Deluxe Contour Mats	$6.95
-	Accelerator Pedal Cover	$1.50
-	Continental Wheel Carrier	$172.00
-	Padded Dash	-

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