The builder of this arresting 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop began with carefully chosen components and mods and finished off with expert execution and attention to detail. Based on an all-steel Oakland California body and a customized Tri-Five Chevy frame with a Progressive front subframe, it uses a rebuilt and fully dressed GM 400/400 HP engine for motive power, and polished-and-coated C4 Corvette independent suspension and self-leveling Air-Ride springing for a great ride. Deep Black paint, a custom interior and trunk complete this wonderful ’55.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Complete frame-off body restoration
- Straight all steel Oakland California body with only a few panels replaced
- New Black paint & carpet, custom interior and trunk
- All stainless C-4 parts polished and/or replaced along with glass seals
- Custom battery placement with power switch
- Customized Tri-Five Chevy frame
- Progressive front end clip including four wheel independent Corvette suspension, new disc brakes, wheels and tires
- All aluminum C-4 suspension parts polished and coated, satin paint, powder coating
- Custom Air-Ride including customized air storage in the frame itself, self leveling computer operated air ride with hand control mounted in glove box
- New drive shaft, racks, ball joints, tie rods & universals
- Rebuilt G.M 400/400 HP engine; new crank, aluminum heads, and internal parts
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