The “409” badge on this 1963 Bel Air’s front fender tells part of its story but doesn’t reveal the whole truth. Yes, there is a 409ci V8 under the hood, but it is anything but ordinary. Thanks to a… more»
Bel Air
May 18, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
396/3-On-The-Tree! 1969 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet introduced their Bel Air model back in 1950, and for the next quarter-century, the car stayed in production and lasted through seven generations. 1965 saw the beginning of gen six, when the Bel Air received yet another restyle,… more»
May 15, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
350 V8 Six-Pack: 1957 Chevrolet “El Camino”
If you wanted a so-called “gentleman’s pickup” (car-based) in 1957, you’d have to shop at your Ford dealer as the new Ranchero was the only game in town. Chevrolet didn’t follow suit until 1959 when they redesigned their cars… more»
May 11, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
28k Miles! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
Ask a Chevy enthusiast which is their favorite Tri-Five year model, and you’ll get a reputable response, no matter which of the three they choose. It’s one of those questions that doesn’t have a wrong answer, as they’re all… more»
May 11, 2022 • For Sale • 33 Comments
53 Years On Jacks! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Chevy Bel Air was a common sight in 1957 – more than 168,000 copies of the 2-door Sport Coupe alone were built that year. The seller bought the car in Washington State and put 90,000 miles on it… more»
May 9, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Tri-Five Sleeper: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Bel Air Sport Coupe was one of the most popular of the “Tri-Five” Chevies of 1955-57. This ’57 edition has only had three owners, comes with an interesting story, and has been treated to a newer engine and… more»
May 8, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Drop-Top Project: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Except for the Nomad sport wagon, perhaps the most desirable Tri-Five Chevrolet is the Bel Air convertible. This 1955 edition saw a production of more than 42,000 copies, yet how often do you see one on the road today?… more»
Apr 22, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Two-Owner Project: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Was there a better way to “See the USA in Your Chevrolet” than in a 1955 Bel Air? Apparently, 800,000 buyers thought not did because that’s how many rolled off the assembly line in the first of what would… more»
Apr 6, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Spotless Icon: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The word “icon” is probably one of the most over-used in the classic car world, and I’m as guilty as the next person of using it. However, some classics deserve to carry that tag, and the 1957 Chevrolet Bel… more»
Apr 5, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Ready To Enjoy! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The Chevy Nomad was conceived for 1955 as a 2-door “sport” station wagon. It only saw three years of production before becoming a “regular” wagon in the sales portfolio (the similar Pontiac Safari was also built between 1955-and 57)…. more»
Mar 31, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Primered Project: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
The 1958 Chevies were nothing like their predecessors. They were longer, wider, lower, and heavier. And would prove to be a one-year-only design as General Motors rapidly tried to play catch-up to the futuristic “Forward Look” products that Chrysler… more»
Mar 27, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Original Paint: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
One of the joys of writing for Barn Finds is having the honor to review some genuinely amazing classic cars. Whether they are desirable muscle cars unearthed after decades in a dusty barn or original and magnificently preserved survivors,… more»
Mar 24, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
40k Original Miles: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
For decades, Chevrolet’s 1957 Bel Air has been a staple of the classic car scene. It is a trend that probably won’t change, and good examples still command impressive prices. Our feature car is not what I would classify… more»
Mar 12, 2022 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Vintage Drag Racer? 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupe
In the far southeast corner of Iowa lies the town of Keokuk. That’s where this 1956 Chevrolet race car can be heard cruising along the Mississippi river on a Friday or Saturday night. According to the seller, Up Tight… more»
Mar 9, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Running Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet built more than 4.5 million cars during the 1955-57 period, referred to later as the “Tri-Fives.” The ‘57s would wear some styling changes such as tailfins that have proved to be popular with collectors for the past six… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Non-Running Convertible: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet’s 1955-57 automobiles would become known as the “Tri-Fives.” Production numbers for the three years exceeded 4.5 million cars, including the seller’s 1955 Bel Air convertible. This automobile is described as a “barn find” and we’re told it’s in… more»
