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1967 Chevrolet Impala SS 2-Dr. Convertible

The Impala SS 427 convertible was one of 1967's most powerful and desirable full-size ragtops. This rare model combined big-block performance with open-air luxury and sporty SS styling.
168677F185670
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Flint, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1967 Chevrolet Impala SS

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Division Code 1 Chevrolet
Model Code 6867 Impala SS
Year Code 7 1967
Plant Code F Flint, MI
Serial Number 185670 Unit #185670

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala SS
Year1967
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Available Engine Options

Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.

Engine 230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine 283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine 327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower275 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine 396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine 427 cu.in. V8
Horsepower385 HP @ 5200 RPM HP
Displacement427 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine 427 cu.in. V8
Horsepower425 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement427 cu.in. CID
Carburetor3x2-barrel
Compression11.0:1

About This Decode

This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)

Specifications

Engine

CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Rated HP48.05
Displacement283
Cylinders8
Torque285@2800
Compression9.25
BlockCast alloy iron
Horsepower195@4800
Main Bearings5

Dimensions

Production9499
Weight3650
Length213.2
Width79.6
Wheelbase119
Front Tread62.5
Height55.3
Rear Tread62.4

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Gears3
Reverse Ratio2.95
1st Gear Ratio2.85
3rd Gear Ratio1

Suspension

Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size8.25 x 14

Brakes

Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting

Fuel & Electrical

Fuel Capacity24
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump

Equipment

EquipmentPower brakes, Speed control device, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Front disc rear drum brakes, Power antenna, 427 cu. in. V8 engine, Power seats, 396 cu. in. V8 engine, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning, Radio, Power windows

Colors

Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Bolero Red, Butternut Yellow, Capri Cream, Deepwater Blue Metallic, Emerald Turquoise Metallic, Ermine White, Granada Gold Metallic, Madeira Maroon Metallic, Marina Blue Metallic, Mountain Green Metallic, Nantucket Blue Metallic, Royal Plum Metallic, Sierra Fawn Metallic, Tahoe Turquoise Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available

Pricing

MSRP$3254.00

Other

B&s 3 7/8 & 3

Body

Doors2

Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.