1955 CHEVROLET BEL AIR CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE

OVERVIEW

This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible is powered by a supercharged LS2 6.0L V8 mated to a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission. Finished in Cobalt Blue and Pearl White two-tone with a dark blue power convertible top over a matching marine-grade imitation leather interior, this frame-off restored classic is now offered by the selling dealer with restoration photos, an owner's manual, some build receipts, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Frame-off restoration completed in 2024
• Supercharged LS2 6.0L V8
• Newman Car Creations custom chassis
• C4 Corvette suspension setup

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: California 

EXTERIOR

• Cobalt Blue and Pearl White two-tone paint
• Dark blue power convertible top 
• Wraparound windshield 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 

Updates

• Exterior color changed in 2008

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 17-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels 
• 255/40 BFGoodrich radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Blue and white marine-grade imitation leather upholstery 
  • UV protection
• Bucket seats with detailed stitching
• Custom center console with cupholders 
• Custom trunk inlay 
• Vintage Air A/C system 
• Power windows 
• Power steering 
• Custom-painted steering wheel
• Tilt steering column
• Aftermarket Alpine speaker system 
• Aftermarket stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Bluetooth compatible 

Updates

• New custom interior by Dave Stoeckel, Fresno, CA

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 160-mph speedometer
  • 8,000-rpm tachometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Voltage
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 1,630 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• LS2 6.0L V8
  • Dyno rated at 450 horsepower 
  • Magnuson supercharger 

Transmission

• Four-speed 4L60E automatic 

Service History Highlights 

• Original drivetrain has been replaced
• Current engine and transmission have been completely rebuilt as part of the overall restoration process 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Carbon fiber driveshaft and axles
• Newman Car Creations custom chassis
• C4 Corvette suspension setup
• Wilwood power four-wheel disc brakes
  • Drilled and slotted rotors 
• Flowmaster dual exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor tear seen in the convertible top 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Restoration photos
• Owner's manual
• Some build receipts