Based on the iconic Chevrolet Bel Air, the 1959 Chevrolet Nomad Station Wagon is a characterful and impressive piece of machinery. While SUVs and minivans are favored by families today, cars like the Nomad were the choice of well-to-do, stylish families across America in the 50s. Some models even offered a six-seater configuration! Our featured car has been lovingly preserved and appears immaculate inside and out. While this Nomad has been kept mostly stock, it features several styling enhancements that enhance the looks of this now rare-to-see station wagon.

Exterior and Interior

There’s no mistaking this 1958 Chevrolet Nomad Station Wagon for anything else on the road. With a large and imposing grille up front, two-tone paint job, quad headlights, and the “long-roof” design employed by wagons, the iconic design screams '50s Americana. The clean lines employed in the original design have been further enhanced thanks to the clever use of modern tech. The rear door and trunk lift handles have been shaved to ensure visual uniformity. However, the good news is that the rear doors and trunk can still be opened thanks to the installation of poppers. The car sits on 17-inch five-spoke chrome rims, with low-profile tires at each corner. Inside, the Nomad features a reportedly stock interior. Up front is a large bench seat, with a column-shift gear lever and the original speedometer, temperature, and fuel gauges intact. There’s a large steering wheel that features a chrome horn ring, as well as additional vents for HVAC. Last but not least, the rear features a split tailgate that opens up to a truly cavernous load area.

Engine

Under the hood of this 1958 Chevrolet Nomad is a 348ci V8 powerplant all breathing through a 4-barrel carburetor. The owner of this Nomad reports that the motor is original to the car. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 700R automatic four-speed transmission, while all four tires are reported to be brand new.