1955 Bel Air 2 Dr Hard Top - LS3/T56 Mag/Ridetech
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air/150/210
This 55 Chevy has undergone a full frame off build. See below for build list highlight points. This car is purpose built - to drive and enjoy. She is not a garage queen.
The car has a ton of personality and is loved no matter where it goes.
She was a west coast car most of her life, landing in Arizona where the lion share of work was performed by the prior owner. The car is currently located in central MA.
The body is a natural patina - everything underneath is new age performance. Simply put - this 55 is a blast to own and drive.
There are less than 4,500 miles on the build. The brand new interior has less than 50 miles on the leather. Car is currently with my local shop having the park brake cabling connected to factory hand brake and rain gear installed. I am willing to work with buyer on HVAC contingent on sale price.
I have included many photos taking you through the build highlights. I have included exterior shots under direct sun light, different times of days, indoors / outdoors etc. to do my best to capture the true condition of the 55.If a patina car is not your style - this car is not for you. (Apologies if photos do not show up properly below - I was not able to figure out how to get the photos to list one at a time - you may have to scroll to right to see all of the photos.)
Feel free to reach out to me direct - contact information below. Can send walk around videos by request.
Rob - (508)735-8887Instagram: rob.f.day
I have the car posted locally and on social media - I reserve rights to end auction early
Build Highlights
Chassis:
-Coy 18” wheels wrapped in 285 40 / 225 45Continental Extreme Contacts
-Ridetech Suspension – 4 link with dual adjustable coils and tubular A-Arms(level 2)
-Switch Suspension drop spindles
-Front and rear sway bars
-Frame stiffeners and transmission cross member custom welded
-GM 12 bolt w. Eaton posi and chromoly tubes –shortened 2” for wider rear wheels (no mini-tub)
-Chromoly drive shaft
-13” McGaughy rotors all corners
-Wilwood Master w hydroboost
-Delphi 600 steering box
-IDIDIT column
-CPP steering linkage
-TanksInc. fuel tank
-New fuel and brake lines
Power Train:
-LS3 Swap (L92 with “truck” parts removed/swapped out)
-T56 Mag 6 speed manual
-Muscle Rods 1-7/8” long tube SS headers
-Dual QTP electric cut-outs
-Small Cam
-660 valve springs
-All American Billet serpentine setup
-Derale dual electric fans
-Brand new AC Delco Corvette starter
Interior / Body /Electrical
-Relicate Leather complete brand new custom interior with Impala buckets – includes new Daytona weave black carpet (trunk),new headliner etc.
-Dakota Gauge Cluster
-American Auto engine harness / aircraft loom
-Shaved firewall
-Lizard Skin undercoating
-Hugh Max sound deadener
-Body is natural patina – the paint is aged, chipped, scratched, bare metal in some locations. There are small dents/dings This is the personality of the car – if you do not like Patina this car is not for you! Black was not the original color of the car, but it is a single stage black aged paint. The paint is not cleared over as this was not suggested by local professional finish shops.
On Oct-21-20 at 12:08:57 PDT, seller added the following information:
10-21-20 Update:While the 55 was in the shop it was found to have a small leak from the rear differential pinion seal. Further investigation determined the housing was out of spec (too much play around the bearing race). New rear end housing/tubes on order and will be installed on the car. However, the car will not be ready to ship at the end of this auction.
- Condition: Used
- Make: Chevrolet
- Model: Bel Air/150/210
- Type: Coupe
- Year: 1955
- Mileage: 4500
- VIN: VC55J061097
- Color: Black
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Transmission: Manual
- Interior color: Brown
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!
