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09/04/2026

Only 14 manual 426 Hemi 'Cuda convertibles were built. One sold for $3.5M. Is rarity worth that much?

Not every SS badge carries the meaning implied by its inscription.Chevrolet actually produced only a handful of genuine ...
09/03/2026

Not every SS badge carries the meaning implied by its inscription.

Chevrolet actually produced only a handful of genuine SS models.

A convertible, however, plays by a completely different set of rules.

In February 1961—midway through the year—Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport package, built around the 409 engine that had just entered production. Genuine models were rare from the start—every original SS model, without exception, had to have a 348 or the brand-new 409 engine under the hood. Dealers realized that people wanted this look even when they couldn’t get the genuine model, so SS trim began to appear on standard Impala models for which the factory package had never been offered. No one tried to hide this fact. It just wasn’t advertised loudly.

This convertible falls into the second category—not an original, VIN-matching model with the emblems and equipment an SS should have, but one openly presented as a tribute model.

The panel gaps are tight, the stainless steel trim is aligned as it should be, and the black paint has a deep sheen that makes it look brand-new. New bumpers and weatherstripping were also added during the restoration. An SS badge has been painted red instead of being left in its original state, and this detail complements the red-and-white one-piece seats. Red carpet, red door panels, a red instrument panel, a red trunk lid—the entire cabin stays true to this color scheme. A tachometer has been added to the instrument panel; everything else remains factory-correct. The only modification is an AM/FM radio replacing the original.

Under the hood is a 348 big-block engine, paired with a 4-speed transmission and the original rear axle. Hydraulic brakes, power steering, and the dual exhaust connected to the original manifolds all function exactly as Chevrolet designed them. The floor panels have had some repairs; the chassis is sound, and the wheels—18 inches in the front, 20 inches in the rear—are the only details that clearly show we’re no longer in 1961.

SS clones have no right to claim they’re numbers-matching. But they do attract the attention of people who know exactly what they’re looking at and still can’t help stopping for a closer look.

Boulevard drivers misjudged this red convertible.The fender flares concealed what was hiding underneath.As it shifts thr...
09/02/2026

Boulevard drivers misjudged this red convertible.

The fender flares concealed what was hiding underneath.

As it shifts through the gears with 327 hp on tap,

it shows what the 1962 Chevrolet Impala Convertible—restored from the chassis up—can do on the boulevard. The floor-mounted 4-speed manual transmission sends power from the high-revving V8 engine to the rear wheels, which wear vintage knock-off wheels fitted with classic whitewall tires. The bright chrome brake booster and master cylinder help improve braking response behind the clean body lines, while the rear fender flares further extend the iconic low-slung profile.

The bright red paint accentuates the smooth sheet-metal contours; this is paired with a crisp white soft top that covers the fully restored red interior.

Inside the cabin, a lockable center console separates the factory-original bucket seats, while auxiliary gauges mounted below the instrument panel monitor oil pressure and coolant temperature—vital readings during hard acceleration.

This is what sets this car apart.

Putting a high-output 327-hp V8 engine and a 4-speed manual transmission into a full-size convertible gave this car the performance of a muscle car with the elegant appearance of an open-top cruiser.

Some still remember the days when shifting a red 1962 convertible into second gear at a traffic light was a serious undertaking.

The innocent white paint fooled everyone standing nearby.With the push of a button, the car dropped completely flat.Pres...
09/02/2026

The innocent white paint fooled everyone standing nearby.

With the push of a button, the car dropped completely flat.

Pressing the pedal hard

changes how the 1960 custom Chevrolet Impala handles the open highway. The electronically controlled 4L60E automatic transmission transfers power from the modern fuel-injected 6.2-liter V8 engine directly to the upgraded tubular suspension components. The flattened firewall frames the custom engine bay layout, while C6 front and rear disc brakes provide modern braking power behind the classic body lines.

The crisp white paint accentuates the long rear fenders and iconic 1960s body lines; this paint extends over the AccuAir e-Level+ air management system, which instantly lowers the vehicle’s ride height on command.

Inside the cabin, custom teal upholstery complements the digital Dakota Digital gauge cluster—seamlessly integrated into the factory dashboard—while a modern climate control system and Audio Dynamics Bluetooth audio system bring the driving experience up to date.

This is what sets this car apart.

Hiding a high-performance modern chassis beneath the unmodified vintage body allowed the car to deliver sports car acceleration without compromising the original street presence of the 1960 model.

Some still remember seeing a white 1960 hardtop parked on the curb, guaranteed to turn everyone’s heads.

General Motors produced only 3 of this model.None of these three vehicles have survived to the present day.It took seven...
09/01/2026

General Motors produced only 3 of this model.

None of these three vehicles have survived to the present day.

It took seventy years for one of them to resurface.

In November 1954, General Motors celebrated its 50 millionth car with three all-gold 1955 Bel Air Sport Coupes — one was produced for early promotional purposes, another for assembly line footage, and the last one rolled off the production line in Flint, Michigan, on November 23, 1954, to lead a parade held in the city center. All three eventually disappeared. One was destroyed in a garage fire in North Carolina in 1996. The other two vanished without a trace and were never found again.

A team nevertheless set out to bring one of them back. Real Deal Steel provided a new replica body and chassis, Snodgrass Chevy Restorations assembled the car, and Tri-Five parts historian Steve Blades sourced the original components that were still available. The engine is a genuine September 1954 265/162 hp V-8, paired with a cast-iron 2-speed Powerglide transmission and a 3.55 rear differential. The radiator, voltage regulator, front shock absorbers, fuel filler neck, door locks, steering wheel, horn ring, heater control, headlights, and battery tray are all parts specific to models produced in October and November 1954 — even the instrument panel and steering column were sourced from one of the 5,000 original four-door Bel Air models that Chevrolet produced to celebrate the same milestone.

Each chassis, suspension component, and body panel is coated with 5.5 gallons of specially formulated “Tribute Gold” paint. More than 600 stainless steel and chrome parts—including door latches, bumpers, wheel covers, instrument panel trim, and window cranks—are plated with genuine 24-karat gold. The interior has been rebuilt using new-old-stock materials to match the original as closely as the records allow.

After making its debut at the Detroit Autorama, the car competed at the Chicago World of Wheels the following weekend, winning the “Best Restored in Class,” “Top Twenty,” “Outstanding Presentation,” and “Best Restored Overall” awards.

GM had allowed all three of its golden anniversary cars to fall victim to the ravages of time. A small team of Tri-Five experts refused to let the story end there.

Family station wagons rarely turn heads.Their real performance is usually hiding in plain sight.Unleash the torque from ...
09/01/2026

Family station wagons rarely turn heads.

Their real performance is usually hiding in plain sight.

Unleash the torque from a modern 6.0-liter V8, and this 1957 two-door Chevrolet Nomad becomes a very different kind of wagon.

The 4-speed automatic transmission, paired with a Lokar floor-mounted shifter, sends power from the fuel-injected 6.0-liter V8 to the rear wheels. An aluminum radiator helps keep temperatures under control when the throttle stays open. Powerful front disc brakes give the classic chassis the stopping power it needs.

Chrome American Racing wheels sit neatly inside the custom wheel arches beneath the bright red body and contrasting white roof. Classic chrome bumpers finish the look at both ends.

Inside, the restored red-and-black interior features a billet aluminum tilt steering column topped with a billet Banjo steering wheel. Custom Classic Instruments gauges keep the important engine information right in front of the driver.

That’s what sets it apart.

Street enthusiasts figured out pretty quickly that keeping the iconic two-door wagon body and dropping a modern 6.0-liter fuel-injected V8 underneath it could create a sleeper capable of leaving plenty of muscle cars behind at a stoplight.

Some still see a white-roofed Nomad and think of a quiet Sunday drive to the grocery store.

The classic Tri-Five fenders look completely harmless.Modern supercharged horsepower changes the equation.Put 525 horsep...
08/31/2026

The classic Tri-Five fenders look completely harmless.

Modern supercharged horsepower changes the equation.

Put 525 horsepower under the hood, and the way this 1956 Bel Air coupe drives changes completely.

The 6L80-E 6-speed automatic sends power from the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V8 to the rear wheels through a dual exhaust system. Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes provide serious stopping power, while the Roadster Shop REVO Stage III chassis and AccuAir suspension keep the car planted on the road.

Forgeline Rallye wheels — 18x8 up front and 18x10 out back — fill the wheel wells with a two-tone green and cream finish. Brushed-metal grille accents and smooth metalwork keep the body lines clean and sharp. The car has covered just 500 miles since the build was completed.

Inside, custom Saddle bucket seats sit on either side of the center console, which houses aluminum controls for the power windows and interior lighting. The digital instrument panel sits behind the Ididit steering column, keeping all the important information right in front of the driver.

This is what sets this car apart.

Car builders know that putting 525 horsepower and an independent rear suspension under a 1956 body-on-frame chassis can bridge the gap between classic styling and modern performance.

Some still remember when Chevrolet offered six-cylinder engines as the basic choice in its coupes.

Big muscle cars got all the attention.Compact body shells held the real advantage.Ratcheting gears behind a 350 CI V8.Th...
08/31/2026

Big muscle cars got all the attention.

Compact body shells held the real advantage.

Ratcheting gears behind a 350 CI V8.

The sound of a transmission shifting behind the 350 CI V8 changes the whole character of this lightweight 1967 Chevy II. The TH350 3-speed automatic sends the V8’s torque to the pavement through a dual exhaust system. Every hard press of the gas pedal plants the rear tires and fills the night air with the sound of a real small-block.

Powerful front disc brakes add stopping confidence to the lightweight chassis, giving the driver more control when the road gets tight. Chrome 5-spoke wheels fill the wheel wells beneath the simple black exterior, keeping the profile clean and aggressive without relying on flashy factory emblems.

Inside, red vinyl bucket seats break up the dark interior. A floor-mounted Hurst Quarter Stick shifter sits within easy reach, ready for quick manual gear changes when the driver wants to take control.

That’s what set it apart.

Street racers learned quickly that when the light turned green, low curb weight could matter more than a massive engine block. Putting a 350 CI V8 into a simple, compact chassis gave budget-minded tuners a power-to-weight advantage that heavier big-block cars couldn’t match.

Some still remember when a clean 350 CI and a sturdy floor-mounted shifter were enough to make an impression at the local drive-in.

Some people restore a 1961 Impala.Others build one from scratch.Only a badge tells you which is which.From the outside, ...
08/30/2026

Some people restore a 1961 Impala.
Others build one from scratch.
Only a badge tells you which is which.

From the outside, almost nothing gives it away. The body still carries the 1961 model’s lines, factory proportions, and sunroof. The only real clue is the name — Swansong — the kind of name a builder gives a car that was never meant to be restored.

Under the hood is a completely different V-8: a modern 6.2-liter engine backed by a four-speed automatic overdrive transmission. Behind it sits a 9-inch rear end with a 3.73 gear ratio, mounted to a full-tube chassis that replaces the original frame. The new chassis also makes room for air suspension, hydraulic rack-and-pinion steering, and four-wheel disc brakes. None of that was on the 1961 option sheet.

Built by a California shop, the car has picked up numerous awards at national shows. The exterior wears a dark brandywine finish, recessed door handles, and side trim with the original lettering removed. The chrome and trim have been polished to a mirror-like shine.

Inside, the custom console features beige leather, a covered shifter, metal pedals, digital gauges, and an audio system built into the dashboard instead of hanging underneath it. A cross-flag emblem sits in the center of the steering wheel.

Even the wheels follow the theme — 18 inches up front and 20 inches out back, tucked beneath fenders that still carry the unmistakable 1961 lines.

It’s already sitting in a corner of the exhibition hall, surrounded by people who remember exactly what these cars looked like when they first saw them.

A Turbo 400 typically doesn’t need any extra help.A 275-hp V-8 has no business needing it either.This one changed the eq...
08/29/2026

A Turbo 400 typically doesn’t need any extra help.

A 275-hp V-8 has no business needing it either.

This one changed the equation.

On paper, the 327 sat right in the middle of the 1967 option list — above the six-cylinder and below the 396 and 427. It was a moderate engine paired with a straightforward transmission. Nothing on the spec sheet suggested it needed anything more.

During the rebuild, the block and transmission numbers were matched. Then came an HEI ignition system, roller rocker arms, a new Holley four-barrel carburetor on an Edelbrock intake manifold, and ceramic-coated Ho**er exhaust manifolds. Reasonable upgrades for a reasonable engine.

Then things got more serious.

A new TCI valve body with manual shifting was installed in the Turbo 400, along with a Hays torque converter with a 1,800-RPM stall speed.

That doesn’t sound like a typical setup for a “mid-range” engine. A high stall speed lets the engine build RPM against the brakes before launch — the kind of setup you’d expect from a much larger, high-revving V-8. A 327 making 275 horsepower with this kind of hardware is like putting a race parachute on a midsize sedan.

Everything underneath backs it up: Bilstein shocks, UMI upper control arms, Hotchkis lower control arms, new brake lines from front to rear, and a rebuilt 12-bolt rear axle. Bolero Red paint covers the body, while a white power sunroof with a glass rear panel adds another unusual touch. Inside, red PUI seat covers sit over new foam padding.

A “mid-range” engine normally doesn’t need this kind of launch setup.

This one got it anyway.

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