The world almanac contains much useful information that belongs in any serious basicreference set. The graceful impala is a slender, mediumsized antelope so adaptable that it is found from southern africa to the northern limits of east africa. Impala facts interesting facts about impala facts about. Once upon a time, the world almanac and encyclopedia, as it was known then, accepted paid advertisements in the annual book. The 8 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 4. There is record where oil has been changed regularly and other things repaired on it. Gm introduced one of the best luxury sedans every produced in 1994, the chevrolet impala ss.
The world almanac and book of facts 2020 janssen, sarah on. The chevrolet impala fourth generation are fullsize automobiles produced by chevrolet for the 1965 through 1970 model years. They are fleet runners who can leap up to 10m in length and 3m in height. The name impala comes from the zulu language description. Some jurisdictions declined to join the police district, however, and maintain their own independent police forces to this day. Long before everyone drank bottled water, and with celebrity endorsements. The impala is one of the most common and most graceful of all africas antelopes. Get your tradein, private party and dealer retail value with edmunds free appraisal. For the world, the almanac presents basic statistics about each nation, and about the world s major religions.
The chevrolet impala is a rear wheel drive vehicle, with its motor placed in the front, and a 4 door saloon body. Choose mileage and options to get your 2008 chevrolet impala sedan 4d lt 3. Thomas, editor in chief comments and suggestions can be sent to. Physical characteristics the body is reddishbrown with white hair inside the ears, over each eye and on the chin, upper throat, underparts and buttocks. The impalas ls and lt trim packages both come standard with a 2. Typically, a running impala will simply jump over anything in its path. Well also show you the dealer price and private seller price if youre looking to buy a 2008 chevrolet impala. For the cobalt, a turbocharged sport model is added for 2008. Kinda high miles but almost all of them highway miles. The impala can also clear bushes and other obstacles by soaring some 10 feet in the air. Chevrolet impala service repair manuals on tradebit. Through the 1960s, the impala consistently posted impressive sales figures and was even made available in a highperformance super sport edition, introduced in 1961. With a 140year tradition of editorial accuracy, the world almanac and book of facts contains hundreds of thousands of facts from only the most reliable sources, and each year features topical articles by well known figures such as coretta scott king, wendy wasserstein, and mr. The rear quarter panels took on a rounder fuller look as well.
Today, the chevy impala is a successful fullsize sedan in chevrolets impressive lineup. The impala ss sported the popular lt1 engine, similar to the camaros, firebirds and corvettes, producing 260 hp. See real world reliability ratings by model generation based on actual car repairs reported by vehicle owners participating in truedeltas car reliability survey. Chevrolet impala 1966 i hot rods, muscle cars, and all things awesome. Get msrp, fair purchase price, resale value, and available inventory for the 2009 chevrolet impala lt sedan 4d. Welcome to drivin it home, please email us if you have any questions. If you have enjoyed this newsletter, and would like your family and friends to subscribe for free, have them send an email to. The impala is reddishbrown with white hair inside the ears, over each eye and on the chin, upper throat, underparts and buttocks. Get msrp, fair purchase price, resale value, and available inventory for the 2008 chevrolet impala ls sedan 4d. For this model it provides power and torque figures of 185 bhp 188 ps8 kw at 4600 rpm and 373 nm 275 lbft38 kgm at 2400 rpm respectively.
In may 2008 a fan campaign was started to get them restored. Key facts about the 2017 chevy impalas engine the chevrolet impala for 2017 has two available engine options for car buyers to consider. It musters power and torque figures of 185 bhp 188 ps8 kw at 4600 rpm and 373 nm 275 lbft38 kgm at 2400 rpm respectively. Used car pricing for the 2008 chevrolet impala ls sedan 4d. The car was first produced in 1957, discontinued around 1985 and then resumed for the 1994 model year. Impala was first used for the 1958 model year to denote the chevrolet bel. My grandson is looking at 2008 chevy impala new tires on front, almost new on back. The page contains interesting facts for the 1963 full size chevrolet cars.
The chevrolet impala is a full size car made from the chevrolet network of general motors. I have a 2007 chevy impala that has been well taken care of. The world almanac and book of facts 2020 paperback. In this article, youll learn about the genesis and evolution of this iconic badge and why it outlasted so many others. The 1965 impala was all new, while the 1967 and 1969 models featured new bodies on the same redesigned perimeter frame introduced on the 1965 models. Its 8 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a displacement of 4. Used 2008 chevrolet impala ls sedan 4d kelley blue book.
Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource. However, unimpressive handling, emotionless exterior styling and the use of cheap interior materials detract from its overall appeal. Chevrolet impalas for sale used on oodle classifieds. Custom 1968 chevrolet impala sport coupe lowrider sold at the 2008 barrettjackson collector car auction in las vegas, nevada. A page from the 2008 edition of the world almanac next page copyright 2020 world almanac an infobase company. Its been 58 years since the first impala, so lets take a look back at the history of the chevrolet impala through the years. From 20002008 the impala was a midsized sedan and succeeded chevrolets dwindling lumina. Providing greater city fuel economy with a twomode transmission, a hybrid version of the chevrolet tahoe debuts. Chevrolet impala reliability by model generation truedelta. Since then the head gasket blew, the tire iron the bar attached to the wheel was about to come off, the windshield wipers stopped working and. Impala facts interesting facts about impala facts about impala. The 2008 chevrolet impala delivers competent engine options, impressive passenger and cargo versatility, and a simple welldesigned interior cabin.
A slender, agile creature, it can clear formidable obstacles and run at speeds faster than 60kmh. After a fouryear hiatus, the chevrolet impala returned in 2000 on a frontdrive platform to the dismay of fans of fullsize, reardrive american sedans. Tradebit merchants are proud to offer auto service repair manuals for your chevrolet impala download your manual now. Both the impala and the impala super sport now featured great fastback styling of the rear roof lines and back glass. Pictures of chevy impala lowriders from dealers, car shows, car museums and classic car auctions across the u. Whats the kelly blue book value of a 2008 chevy impala. The impala was chevrolets popular flagship passenger car and was amongst the better selling american made automobiles in the united states. With cars such as the 2009 chevrolet hhr ss and the 2006 suburban 1.
Buy the world almanac and book of facts 2020 by sarah janssen isbn. The name impala comes from the southern african antelope. Safety features were added that included a fully collapsible energy absorbing steering wheel column, side marker lights, and shoulder belts for hardtops, sedans, and wagons. It is the source for essential and authoritative facts for entertainment, reference and learning.
Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. The world almanac and book of facts 2008 by world almanac. Today i want to write about one of the iconic mammals of africa, the impala. Though auto writers complain of a soft suspension and weak centerfeel steering, overall they. The white chevy impala used by the zodiac is one of over 1 million sold in that narrows it down a bit.
While patent medicines and liquor ads are evident, there is an assortment of other ads. The world almanac and book of facts is americas topselli. Find chevrolet impalas for sale on oodle classifieds. A narrow black line runs along the middle of the lower back to the tail, and a vertical black stripe appears on the back of each thigh. When i was a kid hey, its not that long ago, i swear, like other kids, i would look for license plates that i had never seen before, when my family was driving on highways. In 1925, concerned about rising crime rates, the county board of supervisors voted to create the nassau county police department, replacing a scattered system of constables and town and village police departments. Consult your world almanac for more extensive detail on all the nations of the world, including the birth dates of heads of states. The chevrolet impala is one of americas mostenduring automotive nameplates. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1965 chevrolet impala. The body style of the new 1967 impala was redesigned to give this car a longer look. The impala was introduced in 1958 as chevrolets topoftheline, fullsize sedan. While edmunds asserts that its v6 engines provide a good balance of power and fuel economy, the v8 is criticized for being both frontwheel drive and too thirsty. Daves 1972 chevy impalas the worlds most famous 72. A specially appointed interior and exterior badges set this vehicle apart from the rest.
The world almanac and book of facts the world almanac. The world almanac the world almanac and book of facts. The impala was redesigned and had a coke bottle shape that similar to the 1963 buick riviera. This car was eliminated and reintroduced multiple times. Used 2009 chevrolet impala lt sedan 4d pricing kelley. Used car pricing for the 2009 chevrolet impala lt sedan 4d.
This new longer looks still remained on the same standard wheelbase. Look up the trade in and resale value of your 2008 chevrolet impala. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next. The world almanac and book of facts is a uspublished reference work, an almanac conveying information about such subjects as world changes, tragedies. For 2008, chevrolet has discontinued their personal coupe known as the monte carlo as well as the supercharged sport compact cobalt ss coupe. The world almanac and book of facts 2008 provides a complete overview of recent world events, describing diverse areas of public interest such as politics, entertainment, science and technology, and sport. An impala aepyceros melampus is a mediumsized african antelope. The 2008 chevrolet impala is regarded for its overall basic performance and smooth ride. The impala is a motor car from chevrolet, with rear wheel drive, a front positioned engine and a 4 door saloon sedan body style. The book contains thousands of facts and statistics that arent publicly available which are sourced and doublechecked by the staff of world almanac experts.