Vehicle Description
As many hobbyists have discovered, one of the best ways to get the
cool old car of your dreams is to buy someone else's finished
project. This 1952 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, for example, was
completed just a few years ago and includes upgrades like a 350
cubic inch V8, A/C, and an updated interior without losing its
original charm. So why waste months or years building yours when
this one is available for a bargain price? Get out there and start
having fun!
You're in luck with this Chevy, because the work was well done,
which means very clean sheetmetal that has a classic early '50s
look that still hadn't joined the jet age. They left the original
look alone, so you still have a hood ornament and that big toothy
grille, all of which are part of the car's appeal. The finish is
older but still looks good, and it retains a period-perfect look
thanks to the colors and light-colored roof. Subtle colors work
well on any car from the early '50s, and this one has an honest
look that will certainly fool a lot of folks into thinking it's
purely stock, which was probably the builder's intention all along.
After all, why mess with a good thing? Heck, it's even got a period
windshield visor! And the good news is that all the chrome remains
in excellent shape and the stainless has been buffed up to look
great, making this one smartly dressed little coupe.
The tan cloth interior offers a nice contrast to the brown
bodywork, and nobody can argue that it doesn't look inviting and it
should wear like iron. Custom buckets from a late-model offer great
comfort and support for long hauls, and two-tone door panels
continue the factory vibe. There's a custom center console that
holds the controls for the Vintage Air A/C system and an AM/FM/CD
stereo head unit, as well as a cool storage compartment. The
dashboard remains stock, including the original round gauges and
big chrome grille in the center, and the A/C vents have been neatly
integrated so they stay out of sight. The back seat is big and
comfortable, making this a cruiser for the whole family and they've
cleverly repurposed the original shifter to manage the TH350
3-speed automatic now living underneath. Pop the trunk and you'll
find that it's been neatly carpeted and includes a matching
full-sized spare and jack assembly.
Plenty of power is on tap, courtesy of a 350 cubic inch V8 crate
motor, and that's horsepower that'll never go out of style. It
looks like they worked pretty hard to make it look OEM, from the
factory air cleaner assembly to a set of cast iron exhaust
manifolds, it was clearly built for reliability. Modern
accessories, including a fresh alternator and giant brass radiator
mean that it's reliable as well as fun to drive. Body-colored inner
fenders and firewall provide a backdrop for the engine itself, and
someone obviously spent some time making the plumbing and wiring
look tidy. The undercarriage is quite clean, anchored by a TH350
3-speed automatic transmission and a 10-bolt rear end, while the
front suspension is original with the addition of front disc
brakes. Painted steel wheels with simple wheelcovers and trim rings
complete the look and are wrapped in modern wide whitewall radials
all around.
A fun, reliable cruiser that has a ton of eyeball appeal. It's also
affordable and ready to go. Why wait? Call today!