With their timeless looks and storied history, the Bel Airs of the mid-'50s have long been used as the foundation for countless aftermarket projects, but it's likely that very few, if any, have emerged from their restoration with the singular appearance of this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Restomod. Clad in Electron Blue Pearl paint that nearly radiates in the sun and is accompanied by blacked out chrome and cruising on an aggressive, lowered stance accentuated by a set of staggered jet-black wheels, this classic is an absolute standout. And along with its attention-grabbing curb appeal, this Chevy is equipped with a modern drivetrain, as well as several key mechanical upgrades, so it offers an outstanding experience behind the wheel.
You'll no doubt be impressed by the custom interior that awaits you beyond the doors. The black upholstery blends leather and suede and features blue accenting on both the front buckets and rear bench seat that are color-matched to the exterior. Just in front of the aftermarket steering wheel perched on its chrome tilting column, the dash area is another high point, with Dakota Digital, analogue-style gauges in the instrument cluster, surrounded by clean unmarred surfaces everywhere you look. A retro-looking AM/FM/CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivity blends perfectly with the ornamental chrome strip spanning the length of the cabin and the added climate control system blows strong and cold for optimum comfort.
This vintage Chevy is a lot of fun to drive, which should come as no surprise, as it's powered by a modern, electronically fuel-injected 5.3-liter V8 that pairs with an automatic, six-speed 6L80E specifically designed to optimize the engine's capabilities. This modern drivetrain is in top form, making for prompt starts, smooth idling and strong acceleration. Everything beneath the hood is well-sorted and clean. The engine is dressed in paint-matched valve covers, while up front an aluminum radiator teams with an electric fan to keep operating temperatures in check. This Chevy rides on a suspension that includes tubular upper and lower control arms with coilovers in front and a four-link suspension in back, so its agility in real world driving situations is sure to bring a smile to your face. And, with both power steering and four-wheel power disc brakes also on board, the navigation comes easy and the stops come quickly.
HIGHLIGHTS
5.3-LITER V8
ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC 6L80E TRANSMISSION
POWER STEERING
4-WHEEL POWER DISC BRAKES
TUBULAR FRONT CONTROL ARMS WITH COILOVERS
4-LINK REAR SUSPENSION
EYE-CATCHING ELECTRON BLUE PAINT
BLACKED OUT CHROME
AGGRESSIVE LOWERED STANCE
STAGGERED 18''/20'' WHEELS
CUSTOM, TWO-TONE INTERIOR BLENDS LEATHER AND SUEDE
AIR CONDITIONING
DAKOTA DIGITAL ANALOGUE STYLE GAUGES
RETROSOUND AM/FM/CD STEREO WITH BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
A great take on one of America's most beloved automotive models, this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Restomod combines elite aesthetics and outstanding performance, making it a perfect fit for the collector searching for a one-of-a-kind classic. Call today!
- Fuel
- Body TypesCoupe
- Exterior ColourElectron Blue Pearl
- Number of doors2
- Interior ColourBlack
- VIN CodeVC55K064453
