Named after a swish neighborhood in Michigan, the Chevy Delray is not one to be sidelined. Produced for just four short years, the Delray was actually made in three generations. Buyers could pick a two or four-door sedan, or a sedan delivery, which gelled well with business buyers. This particular 1958 Chevrolet Delray is a third-generation example from the last year of production. Moreover it’s been customized as a street rod, so you can expect exciting performance and head-turning looks, whilst still retaining much of its vintage Fifties aura. Let us entice you with more information.

Exterior and Interior

This 1958 Chevrolet Delray wears a timeless black coat, with a silver-painted roof for a characteristic two-tone outlook. Then, its upgraded five-spoke wheels cut a shiny dash along the black body sides, and are wrapped with reportedly new tires. Otherwise, this 1958 Chevrolet Delray looks mostly stock, from its ample chrome bumpers and garnishings, to its characteristic Fifties finned rear styling. Even the wrap-around rear windshield is classic Fifties glam, and looks fantastic. The interior of this 1958 Chevrolet Delray is pure Fifties too. You’ve got front and rear bench seats, in an era where cramming three in each row wasn’t uncommon. Then, the dashboard is a dictionary-perfect example of the definition of “Art Deco”, with its interesting shapes and chrome elements. This particular 1958 Chevrolet Delray sees some auxiliary gauges mounted lower within the center console, and gets a retro-modern radio head unit. We also see some newer speakers mounted within the front footwells. Otherwise, there’s not much to distract you from the fact that this is a very pre-digital era car. Even the ventilation and heating system uses chunky sliders that are positively mechanical in their actuation.

Engine

While this car looks relatively tame, what lies under the hood makes it a true wolf in sheep’s clothing. There’s a monstrous 455ci V8 that’s said to be a rebuilt unit with under 1,000 miles on it. The Delray was never offered with such a big engine, so you can expect considerably more power under your right foot. Furthermore, the engine uses Holley Terminator X electronic fuel injection, so say goodbye to carburetor tuning woes and cold start grumbles. Thankfully, the upgraded power goes to the road via a rebuilt 400 automatic transmission and a new 9-inch rear end. Plus, the car enjoys 4-wheel disc brakes, to ensure that the extra gamut of horses can easily be reined in.