1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe

350ci V8 | Reupholstered Interior | Custom Paint Job

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LOT #

260150555

Classic Car

Vehicle Price$41,000
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$42,299
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
B53K073905
Lot Number:
260150555
Odometer:
3,501
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
350ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Copper Red/Cream
Interior Color:
Black/Brown
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Missouri
  • 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
  • 350ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • 2-Speed Powerglide Automatic
  • RWD
  • Copper Red/Cream Exterior
  • Black/Brown Interior
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • Chrome Bumpers
  • Custom Paint Job
  • Aftermarket Dolphin Gauge Cluster
  • Aftermarket Steering Wheel
  • Aftermarket Center Console
  • Aftermarket Floor Shifter
  • Aftermarket Aluminum Radiator
  • Aftermarket Chrome Alternator
  • Aftermarket Air Conditioning Compressor & Heater
  • Aftermarket Polished Air Cleaner
  • Aftermarket GPS Speedometer Sender
  • Aftermarket Wheels
  • Power Windows
  • Current Owner Reports Aftermarket Jim Meyer Chassis

Overview of 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe For Sale by Owner

With a name lifted from the swish neighborhood of Bel Air, Los Angeles, the Chevrolet Bel Air was a full-size Chevy that ran from 1950 to 1975 in the United States, across seven generations. Today, a Bel Air is a nice way to get into American classic car ownership. They are relatively easy to maintain and source parts for, come with V8s and automatic transmissions in later iterations, and represent the typical Fifties American automobile that dotted our roads back then. Up for sale today is this fine 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe from Oak Grove, Missouri. The car has just 3,501 miles and comes with some features of note such as a 350ci V8 and aftermarket wheels. As we delve deeper into this car’s essence, we find more resto-mod features, making it something that will be easily driven on a regular basis.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe is finished in a custom Copper Red with a contrasting Cream roof, a combination that beautifully highlights the sweeping stainless side trim and signature rear quarter accent panel. The pillarless hardtop design gives the car a sleek, uninterrupted profile, while the chrome bumpers and polished trim maintain its period-correct elegance. Aftermarket wheels subtly modernize the stance without overpowering the original proportions, giving the car a confident and slightly performance-oriented presence. The interior of this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe features a reupholstered black and brown two-tone bench seat that complements the exterior color scheme. The dashboard retains its classic layout but now houses an aftermarket Dolphin gauge cluster for improved visibility and reliability. A custom steering wheel, floor-mounted shifter, and center console reinforce the restomod theme, while power windows add modern convenience not commonly associated with early-1950s Chevrolets. The cabin blends vintage design with thoughtful upgrades that make it comfortable and usable in today’s driving environment.

Engine

Powering this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe is a 5.7L (350ci) naturally aspirated small-block Chevrolet V8 equipped with a 4-barrel carburetor and polished air cleaner assembly. This proven and widely supported platform delivers strong low-end torque and dependable performance, making it a substantial upgrade over the factory inline-six originally offered in 1953. The engine bay is cleanly detailed with an aluminum radiator for improved cooling efficiency, a chrome alternator for a refined presentation, and an aftermarket air conditioning compressor and heater system for added comfort. Paired with a 2-speed Powerglide automatic transmission sending power to the rear wheels, this drivetrain transforms the Bel Air into a far more engaging and capable classic while maintaining the character of a vintage American coupe.

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