King '69Owner: Kim KingVehicle: '69 Chevrolet ImpalaCity/State: Jacksonville, FloridaClub: No affiliation
Engine/Drivetrain: Under the hood, the original 454-c.i.d. is now a 468-c.i.d. V-8, equipped with a Holley 750 double-pumper on an Edelbrock high-rise intake, Crane roller cam, MSD ignition, Hooker Headers and Flowmaster mufflers. The combination sends 337 horsepower through the beefed GM200 transmission to the rear wheels. March pulleys, Be-Cool radiator and lots of chrome and paint finished the job. Kim's friend OJ did the engine work.
Body/Paint: The body was kept original, but the eye-catching Sunset Pearl from House of Kolor ensures that the car will never travel anywhere unnoticed. G&G Auto Salon in Jacksonville sprayed the flawless paint job.
Interior: The interior updates the factory look, using tangerine and white naugahyde and orange carpet to create a stunning combination in the convertible. Original instruments were replaced with a Dakota Digital dashboard, while a radical stereo makes this Impala a great highway cruiser. Roberto Gonzales at Mike's Upholstery in Orange Park handled the stitch work.
Sound System: Stereo expert Mike Ohren in Orange Park began with a Kenwood CD player that controls the 2,500-watt output of the three Autotek amplifiers hidden in the trunk. Six Pioneer 6x9s were installed in the doors and rear quarter panels, in addition to a pair of 4-inch highs in the dash. Four 12-inch Pioneer subs reside in a custom enclosure in the trunk, with everything painted and upholstered to match.
Setup: DG Hydraulics in Jacksonville powdercoated the reinforced frame prior to installing the Red's hydraulic system. Two Red's Super Pumps, powered by three Group 31 batteries, activate the 8-inch cylinders up front and 10-inch versions in the rear. Red's Super Springs ensure a smooth ride.
Tires: P185/70-R14 Gillette Silver Bear
Wheels: 14-inch 100-spoke Dayton wire wheels with chrome rims and spinners, along with spokes painted to match the Sunset Pearl exterior