1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
ConvertibleChevrolet Bel Air
$94,997
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About This Chevrolet
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
| Condition | Used Clear Title |
| Miles | 28,020 |
| Engine | 265 V8 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Not Specified |
| Exterior Color | Red |
| Interior | Gypsy Red |
| Stock # | SN3098 |
| VIN # | VC55J048975 |
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Vehicle Overview
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible — Gypsy Red, 265 V8, Full Power Options, Restored 2010 Why This Car Is Special The 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is one of the most recognized automobiles ever built, and for good reason. Chevrolet's 1955 model year was a complete ground-up redesign — new body, new chassis, and most importantly, a brand new engine. That engine was the 265 cubic inch small-block V8, which Chevrolet introduced to the world for the first time in the 1955 model year. It was lighter, more compact, and produced more power per cubic inch than almost anything else available at the price point. The automotive press took notice immediately, and so did buyers. Chevrolet sold over 1.7 million cars that model year, a massive jump from 1954, driven largely by the new V8 and the completely fresh styling penned by Harley Earl's design team. Within that lineup, the Bel Air was the top-of-the-line series, and the convertible was the flagship body style. Chevrolet built just under 41,300 Bel Air convertibles for 1955, making it a low-production variant relative to the hardtops and sedans that dominated overall sales. A convertible with a V8 and the factory power accessories list checked off was the premium configuration — and the car you're looking at was built that way, then restored to a high standard in 2010 with a long list of practical upgrades that make it a genuine driver rather than a trailer queen. The VIN on this car decodes to a Flint, Michigan assembly plant build, confirming it as a domestic-market Bel Air convertible with a V8 engine. The 'V' prefix in the serial number indicates the Flint plant, which was one of Chevrolet's primary high-volume assembly facilities during this era. This is not a car that was restored to sit under lights at a show. Over $80,000 was spent during the 2010 restoration, and the upgrade list reads like a thoughtful driver-quality build: modern stopping power up front, vintage air conditioning for Florida weather, an upgraded alternator to handle the electrical load, and undercoating on the floor pans and frame to keep moisture out for the long term. The color combination — Gypsy Red over Indian Ivory with a two-tone red and ivory leather interior — is the right combination on a car like this. It was a period-correct pairing in 1955, and it holds up just as well today. Features List - 265 cubic inch small-block V8 engine - Automatic transmission - CPP power front disc brakes - Power steering - Ididit tilt steering column - Power convertible top - Power windows - Power seat - Vintage A/C and heat with period-style compressor - Upgraded alternator - Dual exhaust - 18 and 20-inch chrome custom wheels - Modern performance tires - Undercoated floor pans and frame - Red powder-coated rear suspension components - PPG base coat / clear coat paint — Gypsy Red over Indian Ivory - California bumpers (front and rear) - Saddle Tan convertible top - Two-tone red and ivory leather interior - Bel Air script dash badge - Custom Chevrolet logo floor mats - Aftermarket stereo head unit fitted behind the original-style dash panel Mechanical The heart of the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is the 265 cubic inch V8. When Chevrolet unveiled this engine, it was a significant engineering departure from the old stovebolt six that had powered Chevrolets for years. The 265 was an overhead-valve design with a short stroke relative to its bore, which allowed it to rev freely and produce power efficiently. In base two-barrel form, it was rated at 162 horsepower, and with the optional Power Pack — a four-barrel carburetor and dual exhaust — output climbed to 180 horsepower. The dual exhaust on this car suggests the higher-output configuration was part of the build. This engine went on to become the foundation of the entire small-block Chevrolet family, which is still in production in evolved form today. Starting with the 265 is starting at the beginning of that story. Backing the V8 is an automatic transmis
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- Red with Gypsy Red Interior
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