Up for sale in our Tampa showroom is this unique 1953 Chevrolet Bel
Air roadster. This machine is sure to draw heads due to its out of
the box styling. The 1953 Bel Air is one of the most famous cars
there is. Due to the way that the Bel Air shaped the automotive
industry for over a decade. The 1953-1954 Chevrolet range had a
unique and somewhat awkward look about it and much of this stemmed
from its role as a transitional model to introduce a raft of
changes that were necessary to pave the way for the introduction of
the 1955-1957 range that really established the Bel Air as a
cultural icon. The pre-war technology, such as torque tube drive,
six-cylinder splash feed engines, knee action suspension, split
windshields, etc., of the early models was phased out and the
foundations for the first post war modern Chevrolet passenger car
were finalized in this 1953-1954 model. The Bel Air series featured
a wide chrome strip of molding from the rear fender bulge to the
rear bumper. The inside of this stripe was painted a coordinating
color with the outside body color, and "Bel Air" scripts were added
inside the strip. Lesser models had no model designation anywhere
on the car, only having a Chevy crest on the hood and trunk. 1953
was the first year for a curved, one-piece windshield. Which brings
us to this unique 53 Chevy Bel Air. The first thing that will jump
out at you is that the car has been converted entirely to a
roadster. Feel the wind in your hair as you cruise down the highway
thanks to the 235 cubic inch inline 6 cylinder and three on the
tree manual transmission combo. Everyone will stop and look at the
white and blue two-tone style Eastwood paint. Pulling the exterior
together a mixture of chrome and white wheels draws your attention.
With 97,076 miles this vehicle will be sure to show you enjoyment
for some time to come. The grey interior is unique also. To see
100+ HD pictures and videos of this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air, please
visit GatewayClassicCars.com. For more information or to schedule
an appointment to view this vehicle in person, please call the
Tampa showroom at (813)645-6200 or email us directly at
[email protected].
