My '96 DCM Impala
(Dark Cherry Metallic)
The car is basically stock mechanically
with many modifications to enhance its appearance and establish
individuality for car shows. The odometer currently
reads 78,800 miles. The engine was replaced due to
a faulty crank shaft (it snapped in half and destroyed the
original engine) in November of 1999 at 45,000 miles.
All below photos are a bit old and
have not been updated to reflect the latest mods. One day
when I have both a camera and a recently detailed car at
the same time the pictures will be changed.
Standard Options:
350 LT1 Engine with 4 speed automatic transmission. power
windows, locks and front seats, AM/FM Cassette radio.
Modifications include:
Exterior: Suncoast Ram Air Hood, factory script and
side bumper molding removed. The tail lights have been "blacked
out" while the actual light output was increased with
upgraded lamps and bucket enhancements. An ATS sequential
turn-signal kit was installed which makes the rear lights
flash sequentially 1-2-3 when the brakes are applied, turn-signals
used or emergency flashers turned on. Impala SS has
been hand painted on the front air dam. The windows
are all tinted with chromium tint, and vent-visors are on
all four windows. Wiper blades have been upgraded to
the aerodynamic 9C1 version. A template has been installed
over the "cyclops" center rear brake light so that
the word SOFASST is
displayed when the brakes are applied. The Brakes have
been upgraded to the iRotors drilled and slotted rotors & pads
on all four wheels and stainless steel braded brake lines. Impala
Cross Flags are mounted on the front 1/4 panel. A fuel
bib was installed to protect the paint from spillage when
filling up. (all references to 9C1 are special parts
for the police pursuit version of the Caprice). New paint
and all dings removed in 2007.
Interior: Carpeted dash mat and console cover, removable
cb radio (hidden antenna connection, all-in-one handset),
trunk lid mounted cb antenna (lip mount). Spare floor
mats (used at shows only). Jon A. Moss Signature Series
Plate over the radio ( signature is on the trunk lid). Upgraded
carpeting. Aluminum door pulls and seat belt guide cap w/
engraved impala logo. Black and gray ultraleather reupholstered
seats, front and rear.
Trunk: Dual trunk lights installed, switch controlled. Jon
A. Moss signature. Foam inserts on the sides to prevent
dings when carrying anything in the trunk.
Engine/Engine Bay: Ram Air box with K&N filter,
throttle body Air Foil, polished Impala logo (one of less
than 10), painted windshield and overflow reservoirs, Impala
SS injector covers, throttle body bypass mod, brake combi-valve
upgraded for equal braking front to rear, MSD plug wires,
dual switched under-hood lights.
Dual Exhaust: DynoMax UltraFlows, 2 1/4" pipes
from the cats back.
Security: Automate alarm system, etched windows and Alternative
Lock system.
Extras: Coogan bra and mirror covers, car cover headlight
covers painted to match.
Owning an Impala SS is not just about
driving a present and future classic, it is about becoming
part of a local Impala community. SoFASST (South
Florida Area Super Sport Team) recently celebrated our
10th anniversary as a car club. My car is featured
under the Members
Page.
The original Impala Club, now it is an online
store where you can find almost anything available for the
'94 - '96 Impala.
