VIN:
55S034743
The second-generation Bel-Air earned a bit of an image for being a symbol of excess. It was the product of a time that saw unprecedented economic growth after the end of World War II, with American the capital to some of the most luxurious and high-end products on offer. Chevrolet came up with the name Bel-Air after one of the Platinum Triangle neighborhoods of Los Angeles. The Bel-Air by the second generation was changed from a designation to a premium level trim. Our subject vehicle is a most desirable 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air. It has received a high-quality frame-off restoration and restomod by Gothic Customs in Colombia Station, Ohio. Build documentation is included with the vehicle with all relevant details.
If ever there was a classic car to make an entrance in, it’s the restomod 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air. Draped in a tantalizing Viper Red and White Gold Pearl, with a matching custom red leather interior. It rides on a set of BF Goodrich T/A Radials with a set of 18” Boss vintage wheels. This Chevy sports what is described as an ultra-custom high-end interior. In addition to the red leather, it features a three-spoke steering wheel, polished aluminum interior trim, and a vintage-style gear knob. The firewall is custom molded, mini-tubbed floor pans and a smoothed frame. A Vintage A/C system is also in place.
Originally powered by a 283cu 4.6 L small block V8, this Bel-Air has been upgraded with a GM-built 502 big block engine which is mated to a Turbo-Hydramatic 700R 4 speed automatic transmission. On paper and standard, this engine is said to produce over 461hp and 558Nm of earth-shattering torque. Other performance upgrades include a 2,500 RPM stall converter, a narrowed Ford 9” rear end with Moser axles, and 3.73 ratio gears for quick acceleration and decent top speed. Stopping power is courtesy of Wilwood power disk brakes on all four wheels with slotted and drilled rotors. The suspension is reported to have been modified too.
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