Vehicle Description
Lot #646 - This gorgeous 1956 Bel Air convertible is a true
American classic car icon. As the VIN number indicates, this car is
a real 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible 8-cylinder that was built
in Norwood, OH. As the cowl tag indicates, this car retains its
original color combination of Onyx Black with Ivory and Charcoal
interior. This car was treated to a complete restoration and is
show-quality throughout. The body is straight with nice gaps
throughout. The paint is beautiful and dresses the car well.
There’s something special about a black tri-five Bel Air
convertible. It sports a new black soft convertible power top with
new motor for smooth operation. It’s equipped with a spotlight that
is in working order. Everything on the exterior has been restored
or replaced, such as the stainless trim, chrome trim, bumpers with
bumper guards, antenna, grille, door handles, rocker moldings and
T3 headlights. The car sits on brand-new Firestone Deluxe Champion
6.70x15" Whitewall tires that complement the color combination
perfectly. Everything in the rich interior has been restored or
replaced, such as the dash, gauges, knobs, switches, steering
wheel, seats, door panels and carpet. The car is equipped with a
dash-mounted stoplight viewer and tissue dispenser. It also has a
modern retro stereo unit and speakers. The painted trunk
compartment is nicely detailed with new padding under trunk lid,
spare tire, jack tools and rubber mat. The engine compartment is
also nicely detailed and home to the date-code-correct 265/225hp V8
with dual 4-barrel carburetors. This engine runs great and breathes
through a dual exhaust system with chrome tips. The engine is
coupled to a 3-speed column-shift manual transmission. The
undercarriage was undercoated at some point during its life and was
cleaned up very nicely during the restoration. The car has been
serviced and completely detailed. From the MS Classic Cars
Collection.
