Biscayne

Bare Bones Classic: 1964 Chevrolet Biscayne

Although its name implies something swankier (like the bay in Florida), the Biscayne spent its 18 years in the Chevrolet portfolio at the bottom of the totem pole. Launched in 1958 when Chevy redesigned its automobiles, it remained below… more»

Project or Parts? $2,500 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne

This 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne’s future is up in the air. It doesn’t make a positive first impression although, as we shall see, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. Some will view it as an… more»

Clear Coat Clean: 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne

You know, it’s amazing what a little clear coat will do for a worn finish. Take this 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne two-door sedan for example. Originally sprayed in GM’s  “Magic Mirror” acrylic lacquer, it’s a long-lasting finish, but still, one… more»

Stash Of Over 20 Classic Chevrolets For Sale

When you run across a car collection, you’ll find that it often focuses on a type of car, a particular brand, or even a specific model. In the case of this assortment in Gretna, Nebraska, it’s comprised of 1961… more»

409 V8 Sleeper! 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne

Beginning in 1959, the Biscayne was Chevy’s entry-level, full-size car. It would remain in the GM division’s portfolio through the 1975 model year. Most were Plain Jane cars that were popular for fleet purchases or consumers who had no… more»

50 Years In The Barn: 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne

Chevrolet redesigned its cars in 1958 and they became bigger and bulkier in appearance than the Tri-Fives (1955-57) that preceded them. Sales would be off that year, perhaps due to the new styling but also because of a U.S…. more»

Last of a Dying Breed: 1960 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery

The Sedan Delivery dates back to the 1920s, but as a full-size offering from Chevrolet, 1960 was the last year. It essentially was a Biscayne 2-door station wagon with sheet metal where glass would otherwise have been on the… more»

Drop-Top Custom: 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne/Impala

Chevrolet redesigned its cars for the second year in a row in 1959 after seeing the success Chrysler was having with its “Forward Look”-winged wonders of 1957. The Impala became a series of its own in ’59 after being… more»

Back to Basics: 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne

From 1959 through the mid-1970s, if you wanted a full-size, budget-minded car, the Biscayne led the way at Chevrolet. Rubber floor mats? Six-cylinder engine? 3-on-the-tree manual transmission? Yes, those all came standard on the bargain Biscayne. Including this 2-door… more»

LS1 Equipped! 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne Sedan Delivery

1959 was just the second year for the Chevrolet Biscayne lineup, with one of the more unusual offerings being the Sedan Delivery model, a utilitarian vehicle that offered buyers nearly 100 cubic feet of usable cargo space.  I couldn’t… more»

Rotisserie Restored 409/4-Speed: 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne

One of my favorite car personalities is the so-called sleeper look, when a base model car is equipped with few options but has the largest engine under the hood the brand offers.  And it works exceptionally well with the… more»

Affordable Big-Block Project: 1966 Chevrolet Biscayne

Typically, the words “Chevrolet big-block project” and “affordable” aren’t seen in the same sentence. Even as project candidates, any Chevrolet with the iconic V8 under the hood commands a premium over lesser mortals. However, this 1966 Biscayne could be… more»

409 Equipped: 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne

A classic that allows potential owners to make choices is always welcome, and that is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne. It presents well, with no panel or paint needs. Its engine bay houses… more»

Roller Wagon: 1965 Chevrolet Biscayne

The 1965 model year was a banner one for Chevrolet, especially with record sales for full-size cars. That includes station wagons, which saw more than 184,000 builds across all three series: Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala. The Biscayne was… more»

Mostly Solid Roller: 1960 Chevrolet Biscayne

Except for its first model year, the Chevy Biscayne was their entry-level full-size through 1975. If you were looking for functionality and a minimum of creature comforts, this was your car. The seller has a 1960 Biscayne 2-door sedan… more»

409 Dual-Quad: 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne

Some classics leave us with many questions to consider, and this 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne is one such vehicle. Its presentation is impossible to fault following a meticulous restoration, and its engine bay features the most powerful engine Chevrolet offered… more»

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