Vehicle Description
This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible is a gorgeous Tri-Five
Chevy convertible with outstanding options! It's hard to watch a
movie or TV show that takes place in the 1950s or 60s without
seeing a Tri-Five Chevy either cruising down the road or even
parked on the side of the street. In 1955, Chevrolet completely
redesigned its passenger car lineup, and the resulting designs from
1955, 1956, and 1957 would become some of the most iconic
Chevrolets ever produced. This short three year span of cars has
since then been known as the Tri-Five era for Chevrolet. In
November of 1955, Chevrolet debuted its 1956 passenger cars to its
dealers following up on the successful 1955 Chevys with another
breathtaking design for 1956. Up front, the new '56 Chevrolets
sported a completely redesigned full-width chrome grille that sat
below a new-look hood that was flatter, longer, and sported an
accentuated "V" treatment. This hood design was so beautiful that
it would be carried forward into the following year's design.
Looking down the sides of the 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air ran new chrome
side trim featuring a painted insert that runs nearly the full
length of the car at the beltline and sweeping down towards the
rear. Perhaps the most famous exterior update on the new 1956
Chevrolet was the placement of the hidden gas filler cap which, in
true 50s fashion, is tucked behind the driver's side tail light. In
Chevrolet passenger car hierarchy, the Bel Air was considered the
highest, most luxurious trim level sitting above the entry-level
150 and intermediate 210 models. The Bel Air's interior, as the
most luxurious Chevrolet in 1956, was considered the plushest, most
elevated and best-optioned across the GM marque's passenger car
line, and some would say were comparable to most luxury cars of the
day. The Bel Air also came equipped with fantastic options as
standard equipment including a clock and lockable gloveboxes, both
of which were considered big of luxuries back in 1956. This
particular 1956 Chevrolet comes to us from a southern-based
collector who owned and cared for the car for the past 15 years.
Powering this '56 Chevy Bel Air is a 265 Cubic Inch V8 engine fed
by a single 4 barrel carburetor that together were said to have
created 205 horsepower when new. The 265 V8 is backed by a
Powerglide Automatic transmission ensuring that just about anybody
take this baby for spin around the block. Exhaust exits the 265
powerpack via a dual exhaust setup that generates a nice throaty
sound going down the road. This 1956 Bel Air Convertible is
absolutely loaded with options! The white vinyl power convertible
top is in fantastic condition and it goes up and down with ease,
all with a push or pull of a knob mounted under the dash. With
power steering, squeezing in or out of a tight parking space,
whether you're at the local car show or drive-in, is a total breeze
and the overall driving experience is much improved as well. Riding
on a set of wide whitewall bias-ply tires with wire basket
wheelcovers, this '56 Chevy has some serious curb appeal. This 1956
Chevrolet Bel-Air also comes equipped with a rear-mounted
Continental Kit, further adding to the gorgeous look of this iconic
50s cruiser. The body of this Tri-Five Chevy has been refinished
correctly in a gorgeous two-tone color scheme consisting of
Pinecrest Green and India Ivory that completes the exterior
appearance of this wonderful automobile. The interior of this 1956
Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible is absolutely stunning! The front and
rear bench seats have been reupholstered in beautiful two-tone
green vinyl, accented with silver buttons. The green carpeting,
matching door panels, green painted steering wheel and painted dash
are all in terrific shape and retain a nice stock appearance.
Instrumentation includes a 110 MPH speedometer, temperature gauge,
and fuel gauge, along with indicator lights for generator operation
and oil pressure. The interior of this '56 Chevrolet Bel Air
Convertible is also loaded with many desirable options! You'll be
able to day cool even on the hottest summer days since this '56
Chevy comes outfitted with air conditioning. A driver's side
combination spotlight/mirror is another timely addition to this 50s
classic. The dash also comes outfitted with an AM radio with
dash-integrated speaker, clock, and locking glovebox, completing
the interior of this car. Whether you're buying your first classic
car or you're an established collector looking for a Tri-Five to
take on a Saturday cruise, this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
would make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at
763-428-7337!
*265 Cu. In. V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*Powerglide Automatic
*Dual Exhaust
*Power Steering
*White Vinyl Power Convertible Top
*Air Conditioning
*Pinecrest Green/India Ivory Exterior
*Two-Tone Green Vinyl Interior
*Continental Kit
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 52,326 Miles
