1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 – Professionally Restored Dual-Quad 4-Speed in Roman Red

This 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 Coupe is a professionally restored, stunning example of one of Chevrolet’s most celebrated performance icons — the legendary 409 Dual Quad 4-Speed Super Sport. Finished in beautiful Roman Red over a matching red interior and showing approximately 1,700 miles since its restoration, this Impala is immaculate throughout and captures the exact look, sound, and feel that made the “409” an enduring symbol of early muscle car performance and youthful American car culture. Immortalized by The Beach Boys in their iconic 1962 hit “409,” this full-size Super Sport was one of the fastest and most respected street machines of its era — and this example honors that legacy in every detail.

Performance & Drivetrain

409 cubic-inch V8 rated at 409 horsepower — the legendary powerplant that gave the car its name and its reputation
Dual 4-barrel carburetors — the highly desirable dual-quad induction setup that defined the high-horsepower 409
Correct dual-snorkel air cleaner assembly — period-correct and properly detailed
4-speed manual transmission — the right gearbox for a true performance Super Sport
Positraction rear end — puts the power down with confidence
Dual exhaust system — delivers the raw torque and unmistakable exhaust note that defined Chevrolet performance in the early 1960s
Power steering and power brakes — serious muscle paired with confident, comfortable road manners

Exterior Features

Roman Red finish — presents beautifully and pairs perfectly with the matching red Super Sport interior
1962 body design — widely considered one of the cleanest and most attractive Impalas ever produced, with crisp body lines and restrained chrome trim
Signature “bubble top” roofline styling — the defining silhouette that keeps these cars enduring favorites among collectors
Correct color-matched steel wheels with classic dog dish hubcaps — the purposeful, factory performance look enthusiasts love
New tires — fresh and road-ready
Soft Ray tinted glass and tinted windshield — period-correct and complementary to the overall presentation
Two outside mirrors and dual rear antennas — correct factory-style appointments

Interior Features

Matching red interior — exceptionally well detailed and immaculate throughout
Column-mounted tachometer — the proper performance instrument for a 409 4-speed
Factory AM radio and clock — original-style appointments in place
Recently installed Vintage Air conditioning and heat with defrost system — modern comfort integrated thoughtfully
Rear seat speaker — period-style audio touch
Logo floor mats — a clean, finished detail
Everything works on the vehicle as it should

Chassis & Equipment

Professionally restored throughout — exceptionally well detailed from top to bottom
Positraction and 4-speed manual drivetrain configured exactly as a true 409 Super Sport should be
Factory performance stance on correct steel wheels and dog dish hubcaps

Ownership & Documentation

Professionally restored — a stunning, perfect-in-every-way example of the iconic 409 Dual Quad 4-Speed SS Impala
Previously owned by a prominent dealer as part of his personal collection, purchased by the current owner in 2019
Original AC parts and original radio retained by the current owner — both go along with the car
Clean title in the owner’s name
Stored in New Hampshire — vehicle located in NH

The Driving Experience

The dual-quad 409, close-ratio 4-speed, and positraction rear combine to deliver the raw torque and unforgettable solid-lifter sound that defined the golden age of Chevrolet performance
Power steering and power brakes give the car confident, comfortable road manners — serious muscle that remains genuinely drivable
The full-size comfort, iconic styling, and that unmistakable exhaust note make every drive a connection to early 1960s American car culture
More than sixty years later, this beautifully restored Super Sport still captures the exact spirit that made the “409” a legend — “She’s real fine, my 409…”