The Impala Era: Chevrolet's Rolling Dream

By Jack Mercer

The Chevrolet Impala is more than an automobile-it's a cultural phenomenon that shaped, and was shaped by, the American experience. Spanning over six decades, The Impala Era: Chevrolet's Rolling Dream tells the fact-driven, sweeping narrative of a car that mirrored society's hopes, values, and restless spirit of reinvention. From its gleaming debut at the 1956 Motorama to its poignant farewell in 2020, the Impala's journey runs parallel to the nation's own transformations-riding the waves of postwar optimism, family mobility, muscle car thrills, custom car culture, and the dawn of the modern era.

Through dramatic design changes, engineering milestones, iconic film and music moments, and the voices of everyday owners, this book captures the Impala's legacy as a symbol of style, aspiration, and the enduring pursuit of the open road. Rich in detail and meticulously researched, it celebrates the Impala's influence on the industry, its passionate communities, and its special place in America's collective memory.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1923545760
• ISBN13: 9781923545762
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"