When Chevy’s line of cars was redesigned in 1955, they added two new editions: the upscale Bel Air model and the Bel Air Nomad, a 2-door sport wagon. The latter was based in part on a 1954 Corvette show… more»
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Unfinished Business: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
The most interesting of the Tri Five Chevies (1955-57) is the Nomad, a 2-door “sport wagon” that was part of the Bel Air series. It had its own sheet metal from the windshield back and was one of two… more»
265 Power Pack V8: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The 1955-57 Chevrolets, later dubbed the “Tri-Fives”, were hugely successful cars, selling more than 4.5 million units. All were big movers except for the new “sport wagon” called the Nomad. Part of the Bel Air series, the Nomad was… more»
Mostly Original and Unrestored 1957 Chevrolet Nomad
The Chevrolet “Tri-fives,” body-on-frame cars built in 1955, ‘56, and ‘57, encompassed two-door sedans, four-door sedans, convertibles, and this: the Nomad. Chevrolet’s entry into the family car space. The Nomad was considered its own model line by Chevrolet, but… more»
No Reserve Survivor! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
A classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds every now and then, and mere words don’t seem enough to describe what the eyes are seeing. That is the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Everywhere… more»
Spotless Custom: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad
The growth in popularity of classic station wagons means that spotless examples are highly sought. However, the interest ramps up a notch when the vehicle in question is a Tri-Five Nomad. This 1955 model is a real beauty, and… more»
Could You Save This 1957 Chevrolet Nomad?
For many people, nothing better exemplifies the nostalgia of the classic car era than the 1957 Chevy. Coming in 2-door hardtop, sedan, convertible, and 2 and 4-door station wagon forms, the Bel Air trim in particular is at the… more»
Certified Survivor: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Based on a Corvette-derived concept car, the Chevy Bel Air Nomad debuted in 1955 as part of what would become known as the Tri-Fives. From 1955 to 1957, Chevrolet would manufacture around 4.5 million cars, yet the Nomad saw… more»
LS Swap: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Of all the Tri Five Chevies from 1955-57, none are probably more sought after today than the Nomad. Equipped with upscale trim, the original Nomad was a 2-door sport wagon that Chevy marketed as a “halo” model. The nameplate… more»
Rare Color Combo: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad underwent a comprehensive restoration back in 2014, and it wears what is claimed to be a rare color combination. It has graced the cover of “South Mississippi Living” magazine and is being offered… more»
















