1963 Chevy Impala

“Black Sunday”

Owned by: Vicki Garcia

Photos by: Jason Carroll

Some builds are meant to shock, others are meant to shine—but every now and then, you come across one that just feels right. That’s exactly what Vicki Garcia’s 1963 Chevrolet Impala convertible brings to the table. Known as Black Sunday, this New Mexico cruiser has been a five-year passion project born out of pure love for classic cars, Sunday drives, and the lowrider lifestyle.

Why “Black Sunday”?

The name’s got a cool backstory. Vicki and her crew cruise the streets almost every Sunday, and over time, the tradition gave birth to the car’s name. Black paint, gold rims, polished accents, and that unmistakable lowrider silhouette—this car lives up to its name every weekend.

“It’s our tradition. She rolls every Sunday without fail,” says Vicki.

The Dream That Took Five Years

This wasn’t some quick flip or overnight build. Black Sunday took five years to complete, and it shows in every polished surface and engraved detail. Vicki’s been building cars for over 35 years, and her experience shines through on this Impala.

The build was handled by S&V Automotive, and the final product balances sleek style with solid performance. It’s one of those cars that looks like it belongs in a museum but gets plenty of street time.

Corvette Power in a Classic Package

Under the hood, Black Sunday packs a 2001 Corvette LS1 engine—a polished and clean 327 cubic inch V8 with plenty of go to back up the show. It’s smooth, reliable, and has just the right amount of power to keep this cruiser moving in style. No unnecessary flash here—just a clean, well-built engine that gets the job done.

Stance, Style, and Suspension

This Impala rides on a full adjustable coil-over suspension setup, front and rear, giving Vicki control over the stance depending on where she’s cruising. No airbags, no hydraulics—just classic lowrider lines and a smooth ride.

The chrome and engraving work brings the whole chassis to life, catching light as the car rolls by. Even though it doesn’t lay out like some of the modern show cars, it holds its own with a timeless vibe.

Rolling on Gold

Let’s talk wheels. Black Sunday sits on a set of 13×7 gold and engraved rims wrapped in 155/80 R13 Remington tires. The look is unmistakable—small wheels, high polish, and that perfect period-correct stance that made ‘63 Impalas icons in the lowrider community.

That Deep Black Shine

Painted by S&V Automotive, the chrome base black paint lays down deep and glossy. It gives off a mirror finish while showing off every smooth line on the body. There’s no need for wild graphics—this one speaks loud enough in black and gold.

Clean and Simple Inside

The interior sticks with the theme: clean, polished, and built for cruising. The sound system is powered by B2 Audio amps pushing through 8-inch B2 Audio speakers, all installed by Brian Francois. It’s enough to turn heads when she rolls up with the volume up and windows down.

Part of the Majestics Family

Vicki proudly reps Majestics New Mexico, one of the most respected names in the lowrider world. She’s no stranger to classic builds either—Black Sunday follows a long line of impressive rides, including “Thinline” and “Taking Care of Business,” both 1963 Impalas.

What’s Next?

Vicki doesn’t plan on slowing down any time soon.

“Keep building,” she says with a smile.

It’s more than just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. And with Black Sunday rolling through the streets every weekend, there’s no doubt that Vicki’s still setting the standard for what a clean lowrider should look like.