The 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air has always been one of the crown jewels
of Tri-Five lore, and this black coupe takes that legacy and turns
up the volume. Born in an era when fins were sharp and chrome was
king, the 1956 model year marked Chevrolet's push toward style and
performance dominance. Today, surviving cars that have been
elevated to this level of craftsmanship are sought after by
collectors and hot rodders alike.
This Bel Air blends classic lines with modern muscle thanks to a
stout 406 cubic inch small block armed with aluminum heads, long
tube headers, and Holley Terminator X EFI. It snarls with the kind
of authority only a well-built small block can deliver, and the 5
speed manual transmission puts the driver in full command. An
aluminum radiator with electric fan keeps everything cool, even
when the cruising gets spirited.
Underneath, tubular control arms and Wilwood 4 wheel disc brakes
give this icon real road manners. Power steering and power brakes
add the sort of drivability that turns a vintage cruiser into a
machine you'll want to take everywhere. The rumble speaks old
school, but the way it handles is unmistakably modern.
Inside, the custom red bucket seat interior transforms the cockpit
into a driver-focused command center. A custom full-length center
console, Classic Instruments gauges, chrome tilt steering column,
power windows, and a high-quality sound system deliver comfort and
attitude in equal measure. Even the trunk is custom finished, a
touch found on only the most thoughtfully built cars.
Rolling on chrome US Mags wheels and finished in sinister black,
this Bel Air stands as a refined but aggressive take on a legendary
platform. It's a rare chance to own a Tri-Five that respects its
heritage while delivering the performance and style today's
enthusiasts crave.
Vehicle Options
- Aftermarket Sound System
- Aluminum Heads
- Aluminum Radiator w/ Electric Fan
- Chrome Tilt Steering Column
- Chrome US Mags Wheels
- Classic Instruments Gauges
- Custom Finished Trunk
- Custom Full Length Center Console
- Custom Valve Covers
- Holley Terminator X EFI
- Power Windows
- Tubular Control Arms
- Vintage Air Heat & A/C
- Wilwood 4 Wheel Disc Brakes
- Long Tube Headers
- Power Brakes
- Power Steering
- Custom Interior
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