Vehicle Description
The Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad is at top of every bow tie fan's wish
list, but not all are created equal. After all, only when your
build spared no expense would the result be something as awesome as
this. And we're not just talking about a beautiful body. With the
modern fuel-injected V8, upgraded suspension, custom A/C interior,
and much more, this is the ultimate one-of-a-kind dream machine up
for grabs.
If you want the ultimate level of desirability, it helps to start
here. After all, the Nomad was the most expensive and rarest Bel
Air model in 1955 (we already consider the convertible version to
be very rare, and Chevy sold nearly seven times more than the
Nomad!) So its history is secured. But this one is a king among
kings. It was given a full frame-off rotisserie restoration that
took four years to complete. And since there's less than 1,700
miles on this since completion, it retains the unmistakable look of
an investment that rivals what other people pay for comfortable
homes. You know they took the time to get everything right. The
beautiful Regal Turquoise and India Ivory not only have a deep
luster, but also there was a pearlescent overlay to ensure that you
get even more radiance in the sunshine. Speaking of brilliance, we
suspect there was as much invested in the bright work as most
people do for an entire car. That's why the wide grille is shining,
the tailgate slats are so crisp, and car show spectators will use
the mirror-like bumpers to check their hair. All the Nomad-specific
details you love are correct - from the bright trim line that wraps
around the headlights, to the iconic wraparound rear glass. And the
addition of LED lighting and 18-inch Foose wheels let everyone know
this restoration went way beyond stock.
You can win awards for the interior all on its own, and that's
because nearly $30k was invested just to get the upholstery custom
made in Italian leather. Everyone gets these amazingly comfortable
bucket seats, even in the rear. Plus, yours power adjusts to the
ideal position. This beautiful material is coordinating on the all
the side panels to give it a uniform appearance that everyone loves
to see at the shows. As the name suggests, the Nomads are meant to
cruise the open road. So this one has great features to keep
everyone comfortable, including a Kenwood AM/FM/CD stereo, cup
holder center console, power windows, LED lighting, and ice-cold
air conditioning. But like any good custom classic, the best treats
are reserved for the driver. You get a stylish sports steering
wheel mounted on an Ididit tilt column. Plus, you stay completely
informed on everything that's going on with your classic thanks to
the upgraded full Classic Instruments readouts that fit in the
factory fan-style panel.
While all you have to do is park this Nomad for the crowds to fall
in love/lust with it, we also know you won't be able to resist
lifting the hood. This Chevy's engine bay is filled with a
legendary motor, but one much younger than most people will be
expecting. This is a 5.7-liter fuel-injected LS1 crate motor - the
V8 that ushered in the modern era of GM performance. They have done
an excellent job of making this Nomad look like it had Corvette
power since day one with the engine covers, intake, and much more
painted to match the exterior and fender walls. The only other
color in this engine bay besides the turquoise is chrome thanks to
the big investment in polished components. And more than just look
amazing, this crate motor was built with the best driving features.
It includes a Griffin Crossflow radiator to help keep it running
cool (even in traffic), a Street Performance serpentine belt
system, and ceramic coated headers that feed the sweet-sounding
dual exhaust. Make sure you follow the path of that rumble in the
undercarriage photos. Not only does it showcase the level of color
coordination and quality of this frame-off restoration, but also
you'll spot some terrific suspension upgrades. For example, the
front end is a modern piece with Heidts components, including
2-inch drop spindles, tubular upper & lower A-arms, and adjustable
coil-overs. And this is the ultimate cruiser with power steering,
four-wheel disc brakes, modern performance tires, and a four-speed
automatic transmission w/highway-friendly overdrive.
There is a huge photo file documenting the nut-n-bolt restoration.
This amazing classic represents over $180k in investments, so you
know we don't have the room to tell you about all the upgrades
here. But give us a call, and we'll be happy to go over the full
list that makes this Nomad the ultimate restomod dream machine.
Call now!