[Paul Ceasrine]

Good Hunting........ Hemi Dart Dave

The 409 last came off the production line on February 1, 1965 - but still
a production total of 2828 escaped out of GM.

The 409/400 HP had a 'special loud noise' at the track, with big tube headers.

With 4.56 gears, Headers, 7" Slicks and a good driver (easing off the line), they were one tough combination,
and a decent street-strip car could run low 13.00's.

But the lighter 396 engine (90 lbs.) was the way to go for 1965, especially on the street.

The 396/325 HP for 1965 with the correct 'cheater camshaft' was a
decent street-strip car.

Production numbers for a 1965 Impala Super Sport with the 396/325 HP engine, an astounding 55,499.