1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Sport Coupe With a Four-Speed

This 1966 Impala Super Sport Coupe was previously owned by Charlie Thomas, the former owner of the Houston Rockets, the seller states. It was, in fact, sold at auction as part of the Charlie Thomas Estate Collection back in 2021. The 16837 in the car's VIN verifies that it is a factory SS sport coupe.  - the 396-cu.in. engine to be original to the car, but the V8's partial VIN and suffix code have not been confirmed via a photo of the stamping pad on its block. A several-year-old listing from another auction house stated that this car was restored and repainted, and the engine is correct. This car's body data plate's 16837 identifies it as an Impala SS Sport Coupe.- the vehicle's mileage reading to be accurate.Per the included receipts, the four-barrel, 325-horsepower, 396-cu.in. OHV V8 was rebuilt in 1987.High Energy Ignition and open-element air cleaner upgrades were done.In 2005, a dual exhaust system featuring aftermarket mufflers was installed.The Holley carburetor currently on the engine was bolted on in 2003 and rebuilt in 2016.The fuel pump as was replaced in 2016, as well.A new clutch was installed in 2005.Code-2L on the body data plate denotes the M20 four-speed manual transmission.No previous body damage has been reported, and -no rust is present,- .Code-R Regal Red paint is shiny and appears to be in very good condition in the photos.In 2006, the front and rear bumpers were replaced.The code-885 Impala Super Sport Ivory bucket seat interior appears presentable in the photos.Much of the interior was restored in 1990 and 2006, per the receipts.An auxiliary gauge package is on the factory console and a tachometer flanks the speedometer.The windshield wiper motor, horn switch, and horn relay were replaced in 2003.In that same year, a rebuilt manual steering box and coupler were installed.The front shocks were replaced in 2003, as were the front coil springs in 2005.In 2016, new tie rods, center link, idler arm, and rear shocks were installed, per the receipt.A power front disc brake swap with a dual master cylinder was completed.Older Goodyear Eagle ST radials ride on 14-inch Cragar S/S chromed wheels. COMES WITH Maintenance and repair records go with the sale.Four SS wheelcovers are also included.-Both door jambs have paint chips above the rocker panel - This Impala SS was celebrity owned.It is powered by a big-block, which is a desirable feature.A full-size car with a factory four-speed is not a typical find these days.A red original hue is always popular with vintage car enthusiasts.From the photos, the SS looks like it's in very good condition. Extensive records were kept and are available . This 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Sport Coupe appears to be ready for cruising anytime the urge overtakes its new owner.