383-POWERED 1955 CHEVROLET 210 WAGON

OVERVIEW

This 1955 Chevrolet 210 Handyman Wagon is powered by a 383ci small-block V8 mated to a four-speed 700R4 automatic transmission. Finished in black over a custom gray cloth interior, this performance station wagon is now offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.

Highlights

• 383 with aftermarket accessories  
• Power steering
• Tinted windows 

Ownership History

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Kansas

EXTERIOR

• Black paint
• Pinstriping
• Tinted windows 
• Chrome brightwork 

Updates

• Color changed from Navajo Tan (code 684)

WHEELS AND TIRES

• 15-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels
• Staggered-width Hankook Optimo radial tires
  • 205/70 front 
  • 225/70 rear

INTERIOR

• Gray cloth upholstery
• Front bucket seats
• Center console
• Power steering
• Privacy screen for rear cargo area  
• Floor-mounted B&M automatic shifter 
• Retro-look stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Cassette player

Updates

• Interior changed from original Brown/Beige vinyl (code 516)

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 100-mph speedometer
  • Column-mounted Auto Meter 8,000-rpm tachometer
  • Temperature
  • Fuel
• Equus auxiliary under dash-mounted gauges
  • Oil presssure
  • Water temperature
  • Voltage 
• Odometer shows 38,462 miles
  • True mileage unknown 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 383ci V8
  • 9.8:1 compression ratio
  • Speed-Pro pistons 
  • Eagle crankshaft
  • Comp Cams camshaft
  • Hooker long-tube headers 

Transmission

• Four-speed 700R4 automatic 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST 

• Posi-traction rear end
  • 3.73 gears 
• CalTracs traction bars
• Tubular upper and lower control arms
• Power front disc brakes
• Dual exhaust system

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Front bucket seats show signs of wear 
• Minor rock chips on front end