Vehicle Description
Over the past few years, many of the world's best tri-fives have
graced the RK Motors Charlotte showroom. According to sales,
'55-'57 resto-mods are often considered our best offerings. And
it's certainly easy to see why when cars like this slick Chevy 150,
which combines 572 cubic inches of brutal big block with a
carefully planned restoration, are casting glares in our photo
booth. It's pretty evident that the goal of this Chevy's build was
to create one of the coolest cruisers on the planet. And, judging
by initial reactions, that objective has been fully realized.
Looking for a sizzling custom that mixes killer mechanicals with
great aesthetics? You're looking at your next classic!
PORSCHE AND CORVETTE
The essential part of building a jaw dropping classic is knowing
exactly when to hold back. And, with icons like Chevy's 150, 210
and Bel Air, even the most subtle touches go a long way. A solid
original that was found in Raleigh, North Carolina roughly ten
years ago, this sedan is the beneficiary of a ground-up,
nut-and-bolt restoration that was completed to very high standards.
That clean reboot was bathed in glossy Porsche Polar Silver
two-stage, which is highlighted by racy Chevy Carbon Flash Metallic
two-stage. And naturally, that rich pigment reflects a spectacular
shine that'll equal any first-rate classic at any local show.
As a collector car enthusiast, you really can't go wrong with any
1950s Chevrolet. But for many folks, the division's '57 model
essentially perfected the art. At the front of this five-seven, a
monochromatic grille hangs a bright Chevrolet crest and polished
parking lamps between stainless-trimmed headlights and a broad
bumper. At the top of that grille, a domed hood centers polished
Speer Bullet Spoons in front of tinted glass that's draped in
polished frames. At the base of those frames, polished wipers, a
factory driver's mirror and traditional door handles complement
flashy Speed Spears and elegant "Chevrolet" fender scripts. And at
the back of the car, a second broad bumper traces factory
taillights and a second colorful crest.
BAD TO THE BONE
Gaze in to the car's clean engine bay and you'll find 572 cubic
inches of rowdy GM Performance Parts big block that twists stout
9.6 to 1 compression into 620 horsepower and a massive 650 lb./ft.
of torque! At the top of that monster mill, a big Holley carburetor
syphons wind from a custom cold air intake system that's built with
polished tubes, remote filter elements and a polished Spectre Ultra
Low Plenum. Stainless lines rush high-octane fuel through a
liquid-filled Aeromotive pressure gauge to flood a GM Performance
Parts single-plane intake. That intake juices aluminum,
rectangular-port cylinder heads, which plant stainless valves, dual
springs and aluminum roller rockers under flashy Chevrolet valve
covers and a polished Mr. Gasket breather. At the back of those
heads, a GM HEI distributor sequences spark through loomed GM
Performance Parts plug wires. Those wires fire a forged rotating
assembly, which plants a 4340 crank beneath shot peened 4340
H-beams and lightweight aluminum pistons. Between those pistons, an
aggressive roller cam feeds stainless shorty headers. At the front
of those tubes, a polished serpentine drive spins a Stewart water
pump behind a coated AC compressor, modern power steering and a
chrome-trimmed alternator. And in front of those ancillaries, a
beefy cross-flow radiator makes excellent use of two SPAL puller
fans.
CUSTOM TO THE CORE
Fabricated by Hardcore Chassis of Chatsworth, Georgia, this
striking 150's sturdy skeleton provides a comfortable, durable ride
that's spiced by improved handling. That improved handling is no
doubt a product of a much-improved suspension, which seats quality
coil-over-shocks inside a tubular front-clip and a triangulated
rear-clip. Behind the Chevy Orange big block, a proven Tremec
6-speed, wrapped in a steel scattershield, funnels torque through a
stout Ford 9-inch that's finished with massive 4.30 gears. Power
rack-and-pinion steering makes quick work of tight spots and sharp
turns. A familiar Wilwood master cylinder charges trusty Wilwood
calipers, which squeeze a quartet of drilled and slotted rotors. At
the center of the car's Satin Black floors, spent gases float from
the aforementioned headers into polished, Mandrel-bent pipes, which
bark through polished mufflers. All that mechanical goodness rolls
on Polar Silver steelies, which spin 235/60R16 Champiro GT Radials
around timeless tri-five center caps. And everything, from the
car's custom fuel tank and intricate driveshaft hoop to its braided
fluid lines and deep-sump oil pan, unites to create one sharp and
dependable cruiser.
OLD SCHOOL COOL
Featuring a stunning array of black and gray accents, this Chevy's
carefully restored interior is both clean and impressive. At the
center of the cockpit, firm bench seats wear a retro amalgamation
of vinyl and cloth. In front of those seats, a two-tone dash hangs
Dakota Digital VHX telemetry between a discreet Sunpro oil gauge,
integrated Vintage Air climate control and a massive AutoMeter
Sport-Comp tach. On the doors, two-tone panels found correct
handles and small armrests under glossy, color-keyed frames. At the
floor, fresh carpet floats fade-free mats around an American
Powertrain shifter. And the driver navigates a stylish,
chrome-trimmed steering wheel around a modern, tilting column.
With a detailed restoration that would easily take six figures to
duplicate, this 150 rolls on the right side of impressive. It's a
highly desirable tri-five that's been carefully fitted with all the
right stuff to be one seriously cool cruiser. If you're dreaming of
the perfect blend of choice '50s style and brutal big block
performance, you've found your next classic!
HIGHLIGHTS
Epic Chevy 150 resto-mod that's the product of a ground-up,
nut-and-bolt restoration
572 cubic inch GM Performance Parts V8 with custom cold air
induction
620 horsepower and 660 lb./ft. of torque
Tremec 6-speed manual transmission
Ford 9-inch rear axle with 4.30 gears
Modern air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes
Custom chassis by Hardcore Chassis
Independent front suspension with coil-over-shocks
Triangulated rear suspension with coil-over-shocks
Traditional vinyl and fabric interior with upgraded telemetry
Porsche Polar Silver and Chevrolet Carbon Flash Metallic paint
16-inch Porsche Polar Silver wheels
Polished, true-dual exhaust with stainless headers and polished
mufflers
Build photos
Build receipts
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
