Bel Air

Classic Cruiser with Bonus Engine: 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air

Early postwar Chevrolets have a way of striking a balance between elegance and attitude, and this 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupe checks both boxes. Offered out of Colbert with a clean title, this Bel Air presents as a well-sorted… more»

Unrestored Sedan: 1964 Chevrolet Bel Air

Some would-be interested buyers will probably quickly write this 1964 Chevrolet Bel Air off, simply because it has twice the number of doors as suits the taste of many collectors.  That’s understandable, as those sixties examples of the two-door… more»

Man Cave Art: Full-Size 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Chevrolet built more than 1.5 million automobiles in 1957, which included 168,000 Bel Air Sport Coupes. The seller’s “car” used to be one of them, but only the left side remains. From head to toe, the left profile of… more»

Must Go ASAP: 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air

Enthusiasts seeking an affordable candidate for a straightforward restoration could do far worse than consider this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. The photos confirm it is rock-solid, while the seller states the paint is new. There is scope for someone… more»

Big-Block Project: 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Awaits Revival

Listings like this 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air are reminders of how many great cars survive simply because someone refused to send them to the scrapyard. This four-door Bel Air, offered here on eBay as a project in need of… more»

Nomad Project: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air

Chevrolet introduced the 2-door Nomad “Sport Wagon” in 1955. For reasons unclear today, the Nomad was a slow seller while the rest of the “Tri-Five” Chevies were a big hit with consumers. After light sales through 1957, the Nomad,… more»

Shrunken Tri-Five: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

With such a large number of Chevrolet Tri-Fives that were produced over a three-year period, there probably aren’t many modifications left that somebody hasn’t thought of already.  We’ve seen lots of cool customs and Restomods over the years, and… more»

Welcome Upgrades: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop

I’ve always believed that high-end drivers offer enthusiasts a potentially more satisfying ownership experience than pristine classics. I am not belittling perfection, but cars like this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air can be driven without the thought that one errant… more»

Simply Stunning: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

I’m sure that most Barn Finds readers have a dream garage. That is to say, they have a classic or, if they are like me, a list of classics that they would park in their garage if space and… more»

21k Mile Survivor: 1964 Chevrolet Bel Air

After the Impala debuted as a series in 1959, the Bel Air became Chevrolet’s mid-tier full-size offering until the mid-1970s. The easiest way to tell most Bel Airs from Impalas is the use of dual rather than triple taillights… more»

No Expense Spared: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Almost anyone who has tackled a project build discovers how easily a budget can blow out. Many classics hide unexpected surprises that increase costs, but the person who created this beautiful 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air threw caution to the… more»

Factory Original? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

Want a Tri-Five Chevy without paying a mint? This tidy six-cylinder 1955 Bel Air sedan is offered here on eBay, with bidding at $11,200, reserve not met. It’s located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Harley Earl presided over several styling changes… more»

Rusty but Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Project Car

Listed on eBay, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is being sold as a four-door project roller, offering a starting point for someone who’s ready to take on a true restoration or custom build. The seller describes it as a… more»

Solid Start: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Project

Now up for sale on eBay is this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, a classic Tri-Five Chevy project ready for someone to bring it back to life. The seller describes it as a good project car that’s already been started,… more»

Survivor! 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

The 1950s brought a renaissance of style to American automobiles. Design departments began to shed the look of the 1940s to adopt influences from cultural trends – most particularly aviation. Harley Earl surfed these trends with alacrity, introducing a… more»

Genuine Fuelie: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

The word “iconic” is one of the most overused in the classic world, but there is probably none better to describe the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. The last of the renowned “Tri-Five” range, 1957 marked a high point in… more»

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