Chevrolet redesigned its automobiles in 1958, and the crisp styling of the “Tri-Fives” was gone. The new cars were bigger and bulbous, but they didn’t sell nearly as well. However, an economic recession that year put a damper on… more»
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One Family Owned: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 4-Door Hardtop
Many enthusiasts consider a long-term ownership history a critical factor when searching for a classic to park in their garage. This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 4-Door Hardtop comfortably ticks that box, having been part of the same family since… more»
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Is It Salvageable? 1958 Chevrolet BelAir
When I first spied this 1958 Chevrolet BelAir two-door sedan, I initially thought it looked like the victim of a mob hit with its door blown off and the hood all askew. Well, that’s not exactly what happened (I… more»
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Parts Galore: 1957 Chevrolet Nomad Project
If you’ve been hunting for a real-deal 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad project, this may be your moment. Listed by Burns Auctions & Appraisal, this wagon comes with a clean Ohio title, a huge collection of parts, and the… more»
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Too Many Doors? 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air
Styling (at least at Chevrolet) became less excessive in 1961 as the wild tailfins of the 1950s were gone. The Impala continued as the top series for the third year, but the mid-level Bel Air was still popular, finding… more»
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99% Complete: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
Chevrolet redesigned their cars in 1955, bringing back a V8 engine after a 37-year absence. And they added a classy new “sport wagon,” the Bel Air Nomad. The former was quite popular, yet the latter hardly made a blip… more»
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Carport Find: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet sales remained strong in 1957 thanks to the now-iconic restyle of the 1955-56 Chevies. Sporting pointed tailfins, more than 1.5 million new 150s, 210s, and Bel Airs found homes in 1957 with 168,000 being Bel Air Sport Coupe… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Project
Some enthusiasts will avoid tackling an unfinished project build, fearing that the work already performed may hide some nasty secrets. However, that isn’t the case with this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. The owner commenced a frame-off restoration, and with… more»
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Bring Your Own Basket: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
One of the most successful cars of the 1950s (and perhaps of all time) was the 1955-57 Chevrolet. The styling seemed to appeal to everyone, and they sold nearly five million copies in three years (helped by Chevy’s first… more»
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86k Original Miles: 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
Some owners clock significant miles behind the wheel of their classic, while others use their vehicles sparingly. This 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe fits into the second category, having seen little use during the last fifty years. Therefore,… more»
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Same Owner 25 Years: 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air
Full-size Chevrolet sales in the back-half of the 1960s were dominated by the Impala and the new high-end Caprice. But those buyers on a budget still had two other choices: the low-end Biscayne (popular for fleet purchases) and the… more»
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Solid 3-Speed Driver: 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air
While it’s arguable whether or not the 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air is a true bubble top, the front windshield has some more curvy styling than most, and there’s certainly quite a bit of glass area present. The quarter panels… more»
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Affordable Classic: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Affordability is often a key factor for enthusiasts who embark upon their quest to park a classic in their garage. This is especially true if a young family forms part of the equation, meaning that practicality will always sit… more»
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500 HP and Original Paint! 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air
Stock steel wheels on what looks like a narrowed rear axle and hood gauges suggest this 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air might be more than a former school teacher’s ride. The Torrington, Connecticut classic accumulated fewer than 20,000 miles in… more»
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69k-Mile Survivor: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
There’s little to say about the ’55 Chevrolet that hasn’t already been said, but there’s a reason for that. In some ways, it’s the universal car; it’s been a family hauler, a hot rod, a custom, and an image… more»
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Barn Stored 22 Years: 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air
With a redesign in 1961, the styling of Chevrolet’s full-size cars was more mainstream. For example, the “batwings” that characterized the 1959-60 Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala models were gone. This ’61 Chevy is the mid-range Bel Air that… more»
