Vehicle Description
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible for Sale. True VC Code V8 Bel
Air Convertible. HC suffix code 327 V8 engine factory rated at 275
horse power, Quadrajet 4 bbl carburetor, dual exhaust, detailed
engine bay, polished copper radiator, 2 speed Power Glide
transmission, 15" color keyed steel wheels with Coker wide white
wall tires, Patina Gypsy Red and Shoreline Beige exterior,
refinished in 1981, highly polished stainless trim, front and rear
bumper guards, tan power convertible top with top boot, correct
style two tone interior, rubber vintage style floor mats, under
dash tissue dispenser, auxiliary gauges, upgraded AM/FM/auxiliary
input radio, dual chrome sport mirrors, painted trunk. This Classic
Chevy is ready to cruise and sounds amazing! The previous owner of
this vehicle had it in his possession for 38 years and knew the car
since the mid 70's. If you are in the market for a Tri-Five
Convertible, you should stop by and take this one for a spin!
Automotive History: For 1955, Chevrolet's full-size model received
all new styling and power. The 1955 Bel Air was 3,456 lb (1,568 kg)
and 15 ft (4.6 m) long. It was called the "Hot One" in GM's
advertising campaign. Chevrolet's styling was crisp, clean and
incorporated a Ferrari-inspired grille. Bel Airs came with features
found on cars in the lower models ranges plus interior carpet,
chrome headliner bands on hardtops, chrome spears on front fenders,
stainless steel window moldings, and full wheel covers. Models were
further distinguished by the Bel Air name script in gold lettering
later in the year. For 1955 Chevrolets gained a V8 engine option
and the option of the 2 speed Powerglide automatic, or a standard
three speed Synchro-Mesh manual transmission with optional
overdrive. The new 265 cu in (4.3 L) V8 featured a modern, overhead
valve high compression ratio, short stroke design that was so good
that it remained in production in various displacements for many
decades. The base V8 had a two-barrel carburetor and was rated at
162 hp (121 kW) and the "Power Pack" option featured a four-barrel
carburetor and other upgrades yielding 180 bhp (134 kW). Later in
the year, a "Super Power Pack" option added high-compression and a
further 15 bhp (11 kW).
