I have a tendency to lump the ’53 and ’54 Chevy together because they’re similar and so so different from the ’55, the first leg of the iconic Tri-Five stool. And ’53s, like this top-drawer BelAir, get short shrift… more»
Bel Air
Jan 13, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Solid Project Candidate: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
When tackling a build involving an American icon, it is hard to go wrong. This is especially true if the classic is a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air that is rock-solid and features a healthy V8 under the hood. That… more»
Jan 3, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Tri-Five Project: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The Chevy Nomad “sport wagon” was inspired by a 1954 Corvette-based concept car. A two-door station wagon, it shared no sheet metal with other Chevrolet wagons from behind the cowl. Produced between 1955 and 1957, it met with a… more»
Jan 1, 2023 • For Sale • 47 Comments
Testing The Waters: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Let’s get the ALL-CAPS section of the ad out of the way first. The owner of this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air isn’t interested in actually selling his car for cash, but rather is testing the waters (as he puts… more»
Dec 24, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Drop Top Field Find: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1955-57 Chevrolets are some of the most talked about in collector circles. They were popular when new (selling nearly five million copies) and are still in demand today. Fortunately, the rather large quantities built do make them more… more»
Dec 20, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Bubble Top Project: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air
In 1961, if you liked the looks of the Chevrolet Sport Coupe with its “bubble top” styling, you had your choice of either a Bel Air or the more upscale Impala. But that wasn’t the case in 1962 when… more»
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
American Classic Down Under: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Sport Coupe
It can be fascinating to look at a classic from one country and assess how its potential value is impacted when it finds its way to foreign shores. That is the story of this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport… more»
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Driving Project: 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Sport Coupe
With Tri-Five Chevrolet’s commanding a premium in the classic market, sometimes enthusiasts need to consider alternatives if they crave a project car wearing the Bel Air badge. That is the opportunity presented by this 1954 model. It is a… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
All Original Barn Find: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
There is a fear quietly lurking within the classic community that the supply of genuine barn find projects will eventually trickle to a halt. However, vehicles like this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air prove that there are still some hidden… more»
Nov 30, 2022 • For Sale • 34 Comments
No Reserve 39k Mile 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Taken at face value, it is easy to understand why this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad has already attracted thirty-nine bids during its auction. Its presentation is hard to fault, and it is loaded with optional extras. The odometer… more»
Nov 23, 2022 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Restomod 350 V8: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
This 1957 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe has had just two owners since 1976 and the latter may have treated it to some modern upgrades. Instead of what was likely a 265 or 283 cubic-inch V8 with a 2-speed… more»
Nov 19, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
350 V8 Restomod: 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
Between 1950 and 1952, the Bel Air was Chevy’s top-line automobile, but it was available only as a 2-door hardtop. When the cars were restyled in 1953, the Bel Air name was extended across multiple body styles, like the… more»
Nov 15, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Tri-Five Drop-Top: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
When the new Chevrolets arrived in 1955, if you wanted to get a convertible, you had to go all-in for the Bel Air (not offered as a 210 or 150). Next to the Nomad Sport Wagon, the Bel Air… more»
Nov 13, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Once A Barn Find: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
Deciding what path to follow with a classic purchase can be challenging, but cars like this 1955 Bel Air Convertible allow their new owners plenty of time to contemplate their options before making any commitments. That’s because it is… more»
Nov 12, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Parked For 40 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
The previous owner of this 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe parked it on stands in this garage in 1982. After forty years of hibernation, the seller coaxed its engine to life, ready for a new home. It is a… more»
Nov 8, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Clean Slate Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The seller says this 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe has no engine, transmission, rear axle, radiator, grille, front bumper, or any seats. So, what’s not to love? A car like this is the definition of the term “project” in… more»
