Vehicle Description
1955 Chevrolet 210
The Chevrolet Two-Ten, or 210, was the midrange model of the
Chevrolet car from 1953 to 1957. It took its name by shortening the
production series number, (2100), by one digit in order to
capitalize on the 1950's trend toward numerical auto names. The
numerical designation '"210"' was also sporadically used in company
literature. It replaced the Styleline DeLuxe model available in
previous years. The Two-Ten was discontinued after the 1957 model
year to be replaced by the Biscayne.
If you are thinking about owning a classic Chevrolet from the mid
1950s, you know something you can hop into and go for a cruise down
to your local McDonalds, (it started in 1955), or just wasting gas
cruising listening to early rock and roll tunes, or maybe showing
off your girl's new poodle skirt, all in near showroom style, then
this 210 will grab you and never let go. Immaculately restored, it
is hard to find any fault with this car, the quality of restoration
is that good. Every detail has been attended to even in the trunk
where the spare would slide into, is perfect! Unbelievable. One Two
Three O'Clock Four O'Clock rock...
Exterior
Bathed in HOK, (House of Kolor), Burgundy Tricoat Pearl Flake, this
car had new reproduction fenders and doors put on, new quarter
panels and a 1 piece floor with new outer rockers. All was block
sanded smooth then paint applied. Same for all the chrome, badging
and brite work, as it is truly gorgeous, straight, and near
perfection. Glass is clean, and original and surrounded by
beautifully polished chromed trimmings. The two side spear trim
pieces are straight as arrows, and shoot their way from the rear
quarter, to the doors, ending near the consistent gap, and shooting
upward to the B pillar. Chromed Cragar 15 inch wheels have
Firestone Affinity black wall radials outside and are on all 4
corners. Dual chrome tipped exhaust pipes peek out from the
underside of the rear bumper, and those make this car sound great!
Floating above on either side of the big trunk lid are triangular
wrap around the corner taillights that conform to the beginnings of
what will eventually become fins. Amazing.
Interior
Step into the time machine Dexter, as we open the door, we are met
with styling right out of 1955 but with a more contemporary flair
for the door panels with a molded armrest. A black and white motif
plays the swoop spear game with a V pattern encroaching with the
white uppers. Shiny cranks and handles are all in for the beauty
game as well. Convertible style black and white split back front
bench and solid rear bench works with the door panels to show off
near perfection for these seats. Stitched tuck and roll black for
the seats and 1/3 of the backs. The white takes over to wrap around
the bolsters and upper backs. A black panel then steps in and
frames the tops to the seat backs, which then all of this residing
within a black tub. And lest I forget a slight V is dipping into
the centers of the seats just for extra style. A black metal dash
with the iconic twin fan shaped fans bump ups frame the
speedometer, and passenger badging with a clock. 55 Bel Air trim is
used for some extra accenting. In the center is a bowtie punched
pattern polished strip that houses some knobs and the vintage now
digital radio. Vintage Air is hanging below this beautiful dash.
The steering wheel fronting this dash is courtesy a '59 Impala and
sits on a tilt steering column. Carpeting is an absolutely spotless
black thick pile and sitting in the center of the hump is a rare
item in the form of a Hurst shifter with a Yoyo top. Above is a
perfectly stitched tight headliner in white. Very Cool.
Drivetrain
Under the hood within a more burgundy tri coat pearl flake engine
bay is a like new 350ci Chevy orange/red block. On top is a
polished Edelbrock intake and 4-barrel carburetor. Cast ribbed
valve covers, supple hoses, Wilwood master cylinder all highly
polished are kept in temp check with a $3K radiator with a built-in
condenser and dual electric fans. On the back is a 3-speed manual
fully synchronized newer (year unknown and no need to have it
rebuilt) transmission complete with a new clutch and flywheel. A
3.36 rebuilt rear axle is now spinning the rears. Headers provide
the side exhale and polished stainless steel exhaust complete the
system. WOW!
Undercarriage
Looking like new we can see plenty of orange/red painted floor
pans, rockers and body hangers which are better than factory in
their presentation. The frame has been powder coated in jet black
and is also on new front and rear independent coil spring and leaf
spring suspension. New brake lines feed power disc brakes on all 4
corners. You will need to buy a full-length mirror to show this
undercarriage off when you park it at a show as it is certainly not
to miss. Unexpected and Pristine!
Drive-Ability
With a car of such wonderful condition, we took it very carefully
for our test drive, and did not want to have any markings on the
undercarriage. All performed beautifully, all functioning perfectly
and looking fab doing it!
A better prepared 55 Chevrolet 210 will be very hard to find, and
this one is certainly an award winner, outpacing its higher trim
level Bel Air of the same year just with its attention to detail. A
really nice example, bordering on what we would consider concours,
but with an updated engine, transmission, and some snazzy wheels. A
wonderful preserved example, turn the key, pull into the drive in,
and rock and roll. Sweet..Vintage...Minty!
VB55S183159
V-V8
B-2100 Series 210 Model
55-1955
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
183159-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.