The Impala was introduced in 1958 as a new high-level, sporty trim package created for the Bel Air. Unique to the model were its six taillights, a classic styling cue that became its trademark. The Impala became a separate model in 1959 in both two- and four-door versions and in that year became the best-selling car in the Chevrolet product line. The next year it became the best-selling automobile in the United States and amazingly held that position for the next decade.

Next to the Corvette, the Impala Convertible was the top-of-the-line Chevrolet offered in 1961. This model could be highly personalized and this exciting machine has the SS option package, first offered in 1961. Many Impala convertibles were sold; but those powered by the desirable 409-cid V-8 engine are far, far fewer. The transmission is a manual floor-shift four-speed and is much sought-after with this engine option. With the Impala Super Sport this feature is surrounded by a bright metal shift-lever base and identifying badge. Other features found on the Impala are the steering column-mounted factory tachometer, power top, power brakes, fender skirts, radio with rear speaker, dual antennas, dual mirrors, tissue holder and SS full wheel covers with spinners.

The Ermine White with red and white interior SS has received a nut-and-bolt restoration and is well-documented having been featured in Super Chevy and received a Late Great Chevy Silver Award. The car is impressively an AACA Junior and Senior National Award Winner, another sure indication of its fine lineage.