Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this customized with no expense spared 1954 Chevrolet
Bel Air 2 Door Sedan custom hot rod with only some 725 miles since
the build in a beautiful 'Dark Gray' color base/clearcoat repaint
on a very straight body and with a striking custom matching 'Gray'
interior; with a new Chevrolet crate Big Block 502/461HP V8 fuel
injected engine with 725 miles.Engine Type: Chevy Big-Block
V-8Displacement (cu. in.): 502Bore x Stroke (in.): 4.470 x
4.000Block: Cast-iron with four-bolt main capsCrankshaft: Forged
steelConnecting Rods: Forged steel, shot peenedPistons: Forged
aluminumCamshaft Type: Hydraulic rollerCamshaft Lift (in.): .510
intake / .540 exhaustCamshaft Duration (@.050 in.): 211 intake /
230 exhaustCylinder Heads: Iron rectangular port; 118-cc
chambersValve Size (in.): 2.190 intake / 1.880 exhaustCompression
Ratio: 8.75:1Rocker Arms: Stamped steelRocker Arm Ratio: 1.7:1Water
Pump: Cast-iron, long-styleFlexplate: 14"Recommended Fuel: Regular
PumpIgnition Timing: 32 Total @ 4,000 rpmMaximum Recommended rpm:
5500Balanced: ExternalOne of the USA's most recognized classic cars
ever, the top-of-the-line Bel Air series, introduced for the 1953
model year, replaced the Styleline DeLuxe series. It was to become
the most desirable Chevrolet model of the 1950's, offering a
balance of style and luxury appointments unavailable in the base
150 amp; 210 series and offered in a wide range of body styles,
including a convertible, Sport Coupe hardtop, two- and four-door
sedans and four-door station wagons.As the American public began to
prefer posh to economy, the Bel Air began to outsell the lesser
series, including both 150 and 210 models. As a partial answer to
this, Chevrolet re-introduced the Two-Ten Sport Coupe hardtop in
the middle of the 1955 model year, and also added a four-door
Two-Ten hardtop Sport Sedan for 1956. Neither achieved the sales of
their Bel Air counterparts, however, even though they were only
about $100 cheaper than the Bel Airs, which provided some more
luxury and premium exterior trim. Today, the Bel Air series of
Chevrolets from 1953 to 1957 are considered the most desirable
models for collectors and well maintained and preserved models such
as this particular example have the ultimate appeal, especially
well built customs. Indeed there's no better example of GM's
styling and engineering prowess in the fifties than these
Chevrolet's.One of the USA's most recognized classic cars ever, the
Chevrolet Bel Air was introduced in 1950 as a sporting 2 door
Hardtop Coupe powered by a 6 cylinder engine and using a smooth
Powerglide transmission. The Bel Air range was expanded in 1953 to
sedans and a very desirable convertible and by 1954, a station
wagon, the Nomad was added to the range of models. By 1955 a
comprehensive restyling arrived at its definitive classic shape and
the Bel Air was the flagship model of the entire Chevrolet
division. This particular 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2 Door Sedan
example was recently restored and customized with no expense
spared, including the installation of a new 502 V8 crate motor with
only some 725 miles on the build since its restoration. This is a
phenomenally well built custom which still holds true to its roots
and which obviously sounds and drives absolutely magnificently -
see the video on our You Tube Page on our website for visuals.In
summary this must be one of the finest custom examples anywhere of
a fully operational and turn-key customized 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air
2 Door Sedan with upgraded modern components yet which still has a
classic original Bel Air look as well as all the modern day custom
upgrades and technical advances and boasting a very desirable 502
V8 engine - a wonderful example of America's favorite 1950's
classic car and a wonderful addition to any muscle car or custom
hot rod enthusiasts collection!
