Some classics have so many positive attributes that it’s almost impossible to pick one as the most significant. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Its presentation is spotless, making it ideal for someone seeking a… more»
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Older Restoration: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
GM’s 1954 Motorama served up a hefty dose of concept cars, from the sleek Corvair coupe and the space-age Bonneville, to the swanky but bugeyed Biscayne – and new on the scene, a Corvette-based wagon called the Nomad. The… more»
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Let’s Try This Again! 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
One year ago, my colleague Mike Stephens covered this 1956 Chevrolet Nomad. It was an eBay bid situation with a BIN price of $40,000. I’m not certain what the outcome of the bidding process was, but here it is… more»
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Impala-based Wagon: 1960 Chevrolet Nomad
The Nomad ended its three-year run in 1957 as a “sport wagon”, with sales falling short of Chevrolet expectations. But the name would live on into the 1970s, as a 4-door family wagon instead. In 1960, the Nomad was… more»
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Highly Original: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Wagon
I know you didn’t ask, but in my opinion, the ’55-’57 Chevy Nomad Wagons are the best-looking station wagons ever produced. With a slanted B-Pillar that makes them appear to be moving forward, a ribbed top, seven vertical chrome… more»
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402-Powered: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Do you prize originality above all else when assessing a classic’s worth? If so, you may not be drawn to this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad. However, if a custom build featuring a potent big-block under the hood is… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
If you compiled a list of ten vehicles that have remained long-term staples of the classic scene, Chevrolet’s 1957 Bel Air range would almost certainly rate a spot. The most popular of the company’s Tri-Five series, these vehicles have… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Chevrolet introduced the “sport wagon” in 1955, a 2-door Bel Air station wagon with a unique body from the windshield back. While the Nomad is highly sought after today, it was not a sales hit, with fewer than 23,000 copies sold… more»
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Nomad Project: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet introduced the 2-door Nomad “Sport Wagon” in 1955. For reasons unclear today, the Nomad was a slow seller while the rest of the “Tri-Five” Chevies were a big hit with consumers. After light sales through 1957, the Nomad,… more»
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Survivor! 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The 1950s brought a renaissance of style to American automobiles. Design departments began to shed the look of the 1940s to adopt influences from cultural trends – most particularly aviation. Harley Earl surfed these trends with alacrity, introducing a… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad Barn Find
With the functionality of a station wagon roof line and sportiness of having only two doors, the Chevrolet Nomad was one of the more unique offerings in the Tri-Five lineup, in addition to being one of the most expensive. … 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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Wandering Roller: 1958 Chevrolet Nomad
The original Chevrolet Nomad from the “Tri-Five” years of 1955-57 are considered iconic today – and can command big bucks. That configuration was as a 2-door “Sport Wagon” which had a unique body from the windshield back. But the… more»
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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»
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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»
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Custom Frame: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project
One of the challenges facing enthusiasts considering a custom build is determining a viable starting point. If the process involves significant mechanical upgrades, sound engineering is key to ensuring that the new toy is safe and reliable when it… more»
