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348 V8 Some Mods: 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

The Chevy Nomad nameplate is usually associated with iconic 2-door Sport Wagons of 1955-57. But Chevrolet would apply the moniker to 4-door wagons from 1958 to 1961 and again from 1968 to 1972 (as Chevelles). From Gorham, New Hampshire,… more»

Big-Block Upgrade: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

While some enthusiasts crave originality when searching for a classic to park in their garage, others find the prospect of a genuine sleeper irresistible. That term perfectly describes this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. There is no questioning its presentation,… more»

Partial Restomod: 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air

Throughout most of the 1950s, the Bel Air was Chevrolet’s top-of-the-line automobile. That was until 1958 when the snappy Impala joined the line-up as a glitzy Bel Air. And by 1959, it was a series of its own, relegating… more»

Jukebox Hero: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air 409

America lost something when the car song went out of style. I’m not talking about songs that mention that you drove your “Chevy to the levee” or that you got “a Chrysler that seats about twenty”; I’m talking about… more»

Easy Project? 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan

It surprises me how frequently enthusiasts get so close to the finish line with a project, then for reasons unknown, decide not to continue moving forward and see it through to completion.  That’s what seems to be happening with… more»

Stunning LS3 Restomod: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad

The Nomad was introduced by Chevrolet in 1955 as a “sport wagon”. In its three years in production, less than 23,000 copies were sold, making it one of the least popular Chevies of the Tri-Five Era (when built). But… more»

327 V8 4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Sport Coupe

It’s been 70 years since the so-called Chevrolet “Tri-Fives” were launched. From 1955 to 1957, nearly five million copies were produced, and were the first Chevies since 1918 to have an optional V8 engine. The seller is unsure whether… more»

Tri-Five Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

This 1957 Chevrolet has gotten a few mods over the years, but from the looks of things, it’s probably been quite some time since this one’s seen much activity on the pavement.  However, there are several positives here, such… more»

Unrestored Survivor? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

There’s not a lot I can add to the now-familiar story of the legendary ’57 Chevy. I’d bet a dollar to a donut spin that the design and engineering teams over at the bowtie never imagined in their wildest… more»

One Year Wonder: 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air

The Chevrolet Bel Air was overshadowed from within during the 1958 model year. That was when the Impala was born as a special edition and then became the company’s product leader in 1959. The ‘58s are known for being… more»

Tri-Five Limousine: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Most of the time, limousines are known for focusing their attention on whoever is sitting in the back.  However, with this one beginning life as an auto that’s become as iconic as the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, I’d be… more»

8k-Mile Survivor: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Series

When a tri-five Chevy enters the marketplace, it’s hard to know upfront what to expect, as so many have already been restored or modified.  However, examples falling into the survivor category are getting fewer and farther between, and this… more»

49k Original Miles? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan

Enthusiasts seeking a classic from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range to park in their garage have typically focused on the two-door variants. However, a growing group of individuals view cars like this 1955 Bel Air Sedan favorably. These cars retain… more»

Stored 60 Years: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Barn Find

Most lists of top classic cars probably include the “Tri-Five” Chevrolets from 1955 to 1957. Besides being winners from a styling point of view, they heralded Chevy’s first V8 engine since 1918. The Bel Air was the top series… more»

327 V8 Sedan: Snappy 1969 Chevrolet Bel Air

The Bel Air debuted in 1950 as Chevrolet’s top-of-the-line automobile, a position it held until the Impala unseated it in 1959 as a separate series. When the seller’s 1969 Bel Air 2-door sedan was built, it was the middle-ground… more»

Parked For 30 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

After more than half a century in the same family, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible is looking for a new garage to call home, with the seller thinking that it could be turned into a decent driver with… more»

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