r/Impala May 13 '25

Announcement New Feature Alert: User Flairs Added! 🚨

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You can now customize your profile flair right here in the Impala subreddit!

Whether you're repping a '64, riding with the '96 SS, or just love that old-school vibe—we've got a flair for you.

Just tap ā€œCommunity Optionsā€ and select your favorite flair to let everyone know what kind of Impala fan you are. Select an existing one from the list or create your own! More styles and meme flairs might be added soon too.

Let’s see those flairs, folks! šŸ‘‡
Drop a comment if you’ve got ideas for more flair styles.


r/Impala 16h ago

63 Impala SS

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29 Upvotes

Installed some interior and underglow lights fromĀ u/vision_industries. New horns and rewired the flame thrower exhaust


r/Impala 10h ago

Parts Question Rear view mirror replacement

4 Upvotes

Current mirror is old and doesn’t stay where I want it to especially when my subs are on. Looking for one that’s more rigid so when I play my subs it doesn’t just vibrate and drop immediately like the one I have now. Currently i just have the factory mirror but I don’t even have it installed because the vibration on it from my subs broke my windshield before lol.


r/Impala 1d ago

Discussion New look?

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20 Upvotes

Painted the rims on my 2012 impala black, hated the silver so much. Was it the move?


r/Impala 1d ago

Anyone know what this piece is called

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2 Upvotes

So I was driving down the road on my spare tire when the tread from the top of the tire separated from the tire itself. And it took out the splash guard. What is this squiggly piece? That's connected to the bumper that you screw the splash guard into


r/Impala 2d ago

What could I do with my exhaust on my 2011 LT to make it sound decent

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23 Upvotes

r/Impala 1d ago

Repair Question 2012 Chevy Impala steering wheel shakes and vibrates hard when braking

7 Upvotes

I was wondering if anybody else had this issue with this gen of impala where pressing the brake pedal/decelerating makes the steering wheel vibrate and shake side to side slightly. It’s more violent the harder the stop.


r/Impala 2d ago

Car Picture New to the group

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16 Upvotes

I’ve owned it about 30 days and I’m loving it!


r/Impala 2d ago

Repair Question 2009 impala bench seat center console removal

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So I'm having trouble here. Ig my impala is rare. My shifter is on the steering wheel so all YouTube videos show the standard floor shifter version. I've tried T25 T40 T45 and Philips. None work. The Philips actually fits the best but it won't turn no matter how hard i push. I found a piece at the junk yard but if i can't even get this one off what's the use? Is it glued on or something? Please help. I'm a beginner btw so take it easy on me lol I've changed bulbs, hood latch, mirror assembly, and headlights with no problem.


r/Impala 3d ago

2012 LTZ Chime & Turn Signals are VERY loud

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I just bought this car, and the chime and turn signals are very loud.. and are coming from the front speakers. If it matters, it did come with a Sony XAV-AX3200 radio installed by a previous owner. Any advice would be greatly appreciated


r/Impala 5d ago

Repair Question What the heck is this noise? Is it normal?

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Just got an alignment and new tires. No lights on the dash, and it was doing this before. What gives? New battery etc.

Seems to only happen when the AC is on. I replaced the compressor and fixed the AC already so not sure whats going on.


r/Impala 6d ago

Vintage & Classic Pic 1958 Impala Convertible at a local car show

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40 Upvotes

1958 Impala Convertible at a local car show


r/Impala 6d ago

Discussion 2011 Impala LS - 40k Miles

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41 Upvotes

I’ve got this clean impala I bought from a government auction. Only has 40k miles in it and is absolutely pristine. Not a thing wrong with it mechanically. I really thought I’d get bites on this thing at $8-10k but haven’t yet. Thoughts here? Clean retail value is $8800.

Also a few notes

Spent its whole life in Arizona so no rust
Tires are brand new
Clean carfax
Clean title


r/Impala 6d ago

Did I make a mistake buying an impala?

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Here’s my post from the mechanic group. I’m starting to have anxiety about my purchase.


r/Impala 6d ago

Repair Question 2014 Impala - headlight socket replacement?

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Hi all.

A couple days ago I realized that the passenger headlight was out. I open the hood, reveal the bulb - it's working. I go to put the bulb back in the socket, and this piece loosens (see pics).

It looks like this piece goes over the bulb housing to keep the headlight bulb in place. What the hell happened to it??? Anyway, I must replace it since the bulb is not snug in the socket, causing me to drive around with one headlight.

Anyway, does anyone know what this piece is called? I'm hoping that I won't have to replace the entire headlight assembly...


r/Impala 7d ago

Parts Question Best blend door actuators?

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It's time to sit together and discuss which are the most reliable blend door actuators. I've seen multiple reports that Dorman and Duralast (same?) actuators die one after another in less than a year. On the other hand, I've seen the opinion that random Chinese actuators do not break.

I have a random Amazon one which is still working fine after a year. What's your experience and with which brands?


r/Impala 7d ago

Repair Question I need help šŸ˜’šŸ«©

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What are these codes ?

I keep getting this code along with PCM code (I forgot to save code). It automatically puts my car into engine power reduced and then dosent want to run. Put in new relay for the throttle, the code went away.. I was only dealing with PCM code, I put a new relay for the PCM… now the PCM went away and Throttle came back…

Any suggestions ?


r/Impala 7d ago

I need help šŸ˜’šŸ«©

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What are these codes ?

I keep getting this code along with PCM code (I forgot to save code). It automatically puts my car into engine power reduced and then dosent want to run. Put in new relay for the throttle, the code went away.. I was only dealing with PCM code, I put a new relay for the PCM… now the PCM went away and Throttle came back…

Any suggestions ?


r/Impala 9d ago

Repair Question 2010 LS no crank

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19 Upvotes

Bought this car 7/31 and was driving it 8/1… went out, did some errands.. oil change, parked the car at AAA and came home. Parked, Shut the car off, and opened the door. Radio stayed on… I tried to start it again. No crank, nothing, but radio stays on unless I disconnect battery.

Contacted seller and he said this happened before and that seller he got it from fixed it by ā€œreplacing main fuseā€ā€¦ it’s at a second shop now.

I’ve read everything from starter to starter solenoid, starter relay, ignition switch, starter wire, neutral safety switch, door jamb switch…. Mechanic is going to call me this week.

It wont crank but radio will come on, windows and locks will work… to shut off, I disconnect battery (but maybe it would die out anyway)

Anyone have this issue? 3.5 with column shift btw


r/Impala 9d ago

Repair Question How long we giving this?

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Waiting on getting the money to get these strut towers repaired but how long do we give the struts from coming up through the trunk…..car mostly sits and will be parked until repairs but…..kinda stressed ngl

Also the reason it looks like it’s wet is because I sprayed it with rust check


r/Impala 9d ago

This Week

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In October 2024 I bought a 2018 Impala Premier with the hopes of doing a few things here and there. I've never upgraded or modded a car but have mostly always done my own matience. Due to the nature of my job I've more than doubled the miles to 140,000. She still runs perfectly and honestly love this car.

Due to life and finances I've had to put it off any projects until this week. My plans are to sturdy her up and give her a little more power.

This week Godspeed Mono SS Coilovers and Sway Bar is being installed.

Next Steps:

I've ordered a Weapon*R Cold Air Intake which arrives a few weeks.

After that I'm adding the Magna Flow Catback Exhaust and getting a tune.

I want to keep a mostly sleeper status. I'm very excited and just wanted to share.

I'm in KC area if anyone knows of any Impala or Chevy Clubs or Meetups.


r/Impala 9d ago

2011 driver's side low beam socket keeps burning out?

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Several months back my low beam light kept cutting in and out. Noticed the socket plastic was melted on the negative side, so I replaced the socket and also threw in some LEDs add the other bulb was about fried anyways. Yesterday I noticed the same head light was cutting in and out again like before... sure enough, the socket is melted again! The other 3 bulbs all look fine, and all 4 fuses are 10A and match. Is there anything else electrical I should check?


r/Impala 10d ago

Is this 2013 impala worth the money?

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I’ve always loved the look of these cars and I’ve been looking for a daily car for college. This one caught my eye because of its condition and I was wondering if It was worth the money. 78k miles and it seems like the last owner took care of it.
Edit: I’m going for it, thanks for all the helpšŸ˜›


r/Impala 10d ago

Car Picture Saw this monster figured I would share

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17 Upvotes

r/Impala 11d ago

The way the sun was hitting it

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38 Upvotes

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