1982 Chevrolet Impala Base
All photo credits
- Photo: Chevrolet Impala (4156843926) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Caprice (4926543312) by Michael Gil from Calgary, AB, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevy Impala Coupe (5051270876) by Michael Gil from Calgary, AB, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Impala Sedan 1977 (15959091534) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1978 Chevrolet Impala sedan rear (6023471315) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Chevrolet Impala Base is a 110-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $8,358 MSRP.
It makes 110 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 190 lb-ft of torque at 1600 rpm.
The Impala measures 212.1 inches long on a 116.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,505 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $8,358 ($28,149 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L 90-deg V6 (Chevrolet 229) |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 94.9 x 88.4 mm (3.74 x 3.48 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 8.6 |
| Injection Type | Carburetor (2-BBL) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 25.1 gal |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Discs |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drums |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 205/75 R15 |
| Tires Rear | 205/75 R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 212.09 in |
| Width | 75.31 in |
| Height | 56.42 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.98 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,505 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Chevrolet Impala Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet IMPALA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Aug 19, 1983 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
ACCELERATOR PUMP LEVER RETAINING PIN MAY LOOSEN AFTER REPEATED HEAVY ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLICATIONS. THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO BECOME STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A SPECIAL COTTER PIN, TO RETAIN THE ACCELERATOR PUMP PIN, AND A SPRING CLIP THRUST WASHER ON THE ACCELERATOR PUMP LINK.
NHTSA campaign 83V077000
Jan 3, 1982 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 82V012000
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet IMPALA
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet IMPALA. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 CHEVROLET IMPALA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.