Vehicle Description
This 1952 Chevrolet Bel Air is a fantastic example of getting it
right. From the ultra-clean bodywork to the luxurious interior
filled with modern conveniences to the 400 cubic inch small block,
it masters the art of looking cool without trying too hard.
Hardtops were all the rage in 1952 and the sleek pillarless look
makes this Chevy look like it should cost much more than it does.
Of course, a lot of that comes from the tasteful paint and bodywork
that looks smooth without distracting you from the awesome shape.
Unlike so many other cars like this, almost all the factory trim
remains in place, and if not for the racy rolling stock, it could
almost pass for a stocker. The gorgeous blue paint suits the sleek
coupe just fine, a nice blend of a classic color and a modern look,
and the workmanship is quite good overall. The doors fit well, the
bulging rear fenders give it a performance look, and they skipped
the clich�s like flames, scallops, and pinstripes. They kept the
two-piece windshield, which is a popular old-school look, and added
little things like the crossed-flag emblems on the front fenders,
blue-dot headlights, and matching blue dot taillights. And there's
plenty of chrome that looks great against the bright blue
finish.
The luxurious black interior uses buckets from a production car,
custom gray door panels, and a fabricated center console to really
bring things up to date. Those buckets were recontoured and
reshaped to fit in the '52, and the shortened seat backs look right
by staying even with the beltline. Black carpets are easy to
maintain while the painted dashboard gives it a bit of contrast. In
the interest of making it easy to drive, there's an effective A/C
system and a tilt steering column, along with a center console and
shifter from a late-model car. Accessory gauges were neatly
installed under the dash, with a big tachometer on the steering
column. The rest of the dash looks fairly stock, save for a smooth
fairing underneath for the A/C ducts, offering a highly finished
look. There's a full back seat for taking some friends with you, as
well as a good-sized trunk with a matching spare and a fuel cell
tucked in back.
Originally a bit tame, this Chevy now moves with the assistance of
a 400 cubic inch Chevy V8 that's been detailed for show. The burly
small block is covered in chrome and polished aluminum and features
an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor, polished intake, and an HEI
ignition for instantaneous throttle response at any speed. There's
a big aluminum radiator, Chevy Orange paint on the block itself,
and lots of new parts to keep it reliable and easy to drive every
day. The stout small block is backed by a 700R4 4-speed automatic
overdrive transmission and a 10-bolt rear end, and the soundtrack
is complements of a pair of glasspack-style mufflers. It's not
detailed underneath, but it was definitely built to drive so
undercoating keeps it protected and modern shocks and power brakes
give it a confident feel. Vintage-looking Torque Thrust mags are
fitted and carry staggered 225/70/15 front and 235/75/15 rear
blackwall radials.
Nicely built and a pleasure to drive, this neat little Chevy is
built just the way you'd do it for yourself. So why not save
yourself the time and effort and just come get this one today? Call
now!