1970 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
The 1970 Impala V8 Convertible was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $3377. 9,562 produced.
1646701177480
V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1970 Chevrolet Impala
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 6467 | Impala |
| Year Code | 0 | 1970 |
| Plant Code | 1 | Unknown Plant |
| Serial Number | 177480 | Unit #177480 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1970
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
250 cu.in. I6
Horsepower155 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement250 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
350 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.0:1
Engine
350 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement350 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
402 cu.in. V8
Horsepower330 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement402 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
454 cu.in. V8
Horsepower345 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement454 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
454 cu.in. V8
Horsepower390 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement454 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
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
Displacement350
Rated HP46.2
Cylinders8
Compression9.0
Main Bearings5
Torque345@2800
BlockCast alloy iron
Bands3.8 & 3.85
Horsepower250@4800
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production9562
Weight3794
Length215.9
Width79.6
Wheelbase119
Front Tread63.4
Rear Tread63.3
Height54.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio3.75
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio2.63
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
1st Gear Ratio2.54
2nd Gear Ratio1.5
DriveRear wheel drive
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeF78 x 15
Brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity25
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 11 Quarts
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPowerglide automatic transmission, 400 cu. in. V8 engine, Air conditioning, Power brakes, Power seats, Power steering, Power windows, 454 cu. in. V8 engine, Radio, Front disc rear drum brakes
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Astro Blue Metallic, Autumn Gold Metallic, Black Cherry Metallic, Camaro Gold Metallic, Champagne Gold Metallic, Citrus Green Metallic, Classic Copper Metallic, Classic White, Cortez Silver Metallic, Cranberry Red, Desert Sand Metallic, Fathom Blue Metallic, Forest Green Metallic, Gobi Beige, Green Mist Metallic, Misty Turquoise Metallic, Mulsanne Blue Metallic, Shadow Gray Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available
Pricing
MSRP$3377.00
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.