Vehicle Description
This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible is an absolutely stunning,
frame-off restored convertible that is ready to become your new
summer cruiser! In 1955, Chevy kicked off Tri-Five era with the
introduction its new, completely redesigned passenger car line
comprised of the entry-level 150, intermediate 210, and
top-of-the-line Bel Air. After the massively successful debut of
the new '55 Chevrolets, the second iteration of Chevy's Tri-Five
Bel Airs were introduced to its dealers in November of 1955. While
staying true to the initial Bel Air look, the new '56 Bel Airs
sported new designs both inside and out. The 1956 Bel Air interiors
were the plushest, most luxurious, and well-optioned across the
Chevrolet's passenger car line due to the fact that the Bel Air was
the most premium model. The Bel Airs also were outfitted with
fantastic options as standard equipment including a clock and
lockable gloveboxes, both of which were considered big of luxuries
back in 1956. The exteriors on the 1956 Chevrolets underwent a
substantial facelift as well. Sporting a new full-width chrome
grille below a redesigned hood that was flatter and longer, the
1956 Bel Air had an even more modern look up front. Additionally,
the new-look hoods were appointed with the now iconic accentuated
"V" treatment, a design element that would be carried forward.
Running down the sides of the '56 Bel Air was a new chrome side
trim design that featured a painted insert and ran nearly the full
length of the car at the beltline and swept down at the rear.
Perhaps the most famous exterior update on the new 1956 Bel Air was
the placement of the hidden gas filler cap which, in true 50s
fashion, is tucked behind the driver's side tail light. This
particular 1956 Bel Air Convertible comes to us from a
southern-based collector who clearly took great care of the car
after its professional frame-off restoration. Powering this '56
Chevy is a 265 Cubic Inch V8 engine paired with a single 4 barrel
carburetor that was said to have pushed out 205 horsepower when
new. The 265 V8 is backed by a Powerglide Automatic transmission
that makes this 1956 Bel Air a breeze for anybody to drive. Exhaust
exits the 265 Chevy powerplant via a dual exhaust setup that gives
the car a fantastic throaty sound. This 1956 Chevy Bel Air comes
loaded with options! With power steering, manuvering in and out of
those tight spaces at the local car show or drive-in is easy and
the overall driving experience is much improved. Riding on a set of
Wide Whitewall bias-ply tires on painted steel wheels with full
wheelcovers, this '56 Bel Air Convertible has a gorgeous look
cruising down the road. Further adding to the 50's allure of this
Chevrolet is the addition of the rear-mounted continental kit along
with with a pair of color-matched fender skirts which are included
with this car as well. The white vinyl convertible top is in
excellent condition and is a power top, operated with the simple
pull/push of a button mounted neatly under the dash. The exterior
of this 1956 Bel Air has been correctly refinished in a beautiful
two-tone paint scheme consisting of Tropical Turquoise and India
Ivory, just how it rolled off the Los Angeles factory floor back in
1956. Moreover, the chrome and brightwork around the exterior of
this 1956 Bel Air are in fantastic condition and complete the
exterior look of the car. The interior of this Tri-Five Chevy is
absolutely gorgeous! The front and rear bench seats have been
correctly reupholstered in Ivory Vinyl accented by Tuquoise cloth
inserts. The matching carpeting, door panels, steering wheel, and
painted dash are all in wonderful condition as well and all appear
to be in their stock configuration. The dash is equipped with an
instrument cluster consisting of a 110 MPH speedometer, temperature
gauge, and fuel gauge, as well as a Wonderbar AM radio and clock.
Whether you're buying your first classic car or you're adding to
your existing collection of Tri-Five Chevys, this 1956 Chevrolet
Bel Air Convertible would make an excellent choice. Give us a call
today at 763-428-7337!
*265 Cu. In. V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*Powerglide Automatic
*Dual Exhaust
*Continental Kit
*Power Steering
*White Vinyl Power Convertible Top
*Correct Tropical Turquoise/India Ivory Exterior
*Color-Matched Fender Skirts
*Correct Turquoise/Ivory Cloth/Vinyl Interior
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 52,576 Miles
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