INTRODUCTION: This '55 Chevy is an over the top custom build
executed to an incredible level of detail. The body was lifted off
the frame so every inch of the car- including the underside- could
be smoothed, painted, polished, and detailed to show quality
standards. Everywhere you look, you'll find craftsmanship,
creativity, and refinement far beyond the ordinary. From the
stunning fit and finish to the fully customized interior and
beautifully detailed big block engine bay, this is the kind of
build that stops people in their tracks and keeps them staring.
EXTERIOR: The exterior is absolutely jaw dropping. The fit and
finish are outstanding, with laser straight body panels free of
rust, damage, or excuses. The hood emblem and ornament have been
shaved for a smoother, cleaner appearance, and the doors click shut
effortlessly with precision fit. The bright red paint looks like
wet nail polish, while the black is so deep and glossy it literally
reflects like a mirror. The bumpers have been smoothed and
rechromed, and all the moldings were either restored or replaced to
show quality standards. The vent windows were eliminated for an
even sleeker profile, and all the glass has been replaced with
smoked glass throughout. Every seal and weatherstrip has been
renewed. Smoked taillight lenses add to the custom look, and one of
the coolest features is hidden in the driver side taillight- flip a
switch and an electric motor opens it up to reveal the concealed
gas cap. Sitting with an absolutely killer stance with 18x10 Billet
Specialties in front and 20x10s in back, all four wearing
performance Nitto tires.
INTERIOR: Inside is a full blown custom interior with a very high
end appearance. Beautiful red leather throughout is trimmed with
striking black ostrich inserts, including the four matching bucket
seats that are separated by a custom full length console running
front to back. The sculpted door panels are upholstered to match,
and rising from that console is a classic Hurst 4-speed shifter.
Down on the floor is premium square-weave carpet with matching
mats. The dash is absolutely gorgeous, with all the metal trim
painted gloss red like the exterior and fitted with a polished
billet insert housing a set of custom white face gauges. It also
features a polished tilt column and a custom steering wheel that
actually matches the wheels on the car. A cleverest touch- I
searched for the ignition before finding out it's disguised as a
matching knob on the dash! The headliner is replaced and features a
sculpted center section trimmed in black ostrich as well. Hidden
inside the glove box are the stereo and climate controls, keeping
the dash clean and uncluttered. Speakers are smoothly contoured
into the kick panels and custom rear shelf, completing this
incredibly well thought out interior.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: It is a true work of mechanical art! The big
block is dressed almost entirely in chrome and polished components,
looking more like jewelry than an engine. At the heart of it is a
strong 454 topped with a polished aluminum intake, polished valve
covers, and matching air cleaner. The entire front runner system is
polished and upgraded with a serpentine belt and pulley setup. It
features an Edelbrock carburetor, HEI ignition, and Sanderson
blockhugger headers. Even the fabricated filler neck was chromed
and connects beautifully to the aluminum radiator, which, along
with electric fans, keeps this big block running cool. The heat and
air conditioning lines are neatly routed behind the fenders for a
clean appearance. It also features a polished remote power steering
reservoir and a polished Wilwood master cylinder. The engine bay
itself has been completely smoothed and custom formed to
accommodate the big block, with unnecessary holes filled before
everything was finished in gloss red paint to the same standards as
the exterior. A custom fabricated filler panel above the radiator
adds another clean custom touch, while a set of billet hood hinges
not only look great but allow the hood to operate smooth as
silk.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The trunk compartment is finished to the same
high standards as the interior. It has been completely boxed,
sculpted, and upholstered, including the underside of the trunk lid
and even the hinges. The custom panels also cleverly conceal the
relocated battery, keeping the compartment clean and beautifully
finished.
UNDERSIDE: It is polished and detailed like a showpiece! The frame
has been completely filled and smoothed, including the front cross
member, then finished in a high gloss bright red. In back, the
Posies springs have been relocated and recessed into the frame for
a cleaner, lower stance. Up front, it features tubular control arms
and coilover adjustable gas shocks with 2 inch lowering springs. It
has a custom polished stainless Pypes exhaust system with an
X-pipe. The fuel tank is polished stainless, and the brake and fuel
lines are hidden inside the frame for an incredibly clean
appearance. Stopping power comes from drilled and slotted disc
brakes at all four wheels with polished calipers. Looking up at the
motor, there's a chrome oil pan and a high torque starter. The
Muncie 4-speed has been smoothed and painted red. A polished
aluminum driveshaft leads back to the smoothed and painted Ford 9
inch rear end with 3.50 posi gears. The floors are pristine metal
painted gloss red too. Actually, if it's not gloss red, it's
polished stainless or chrome!
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: This Chevy is proof that a truly great custom build
never goes out of style. Although it's an older restoration, it
still presents as a fresh, high end, professionally built show car.
The design, craftsmanship, and attention to detail are timeless,
not trendy. Builds of this caliber take an enormous amount of
vision, talent, and money to create, and this one has already
proven itself. Here's your chance to own a standout custom that's
ready to impress at any show and guaranteed to turn heads
everywhere it goes!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Air conditioning
Power steering
4 wheel disc brakes
3.50 posi
Leather upholstery
4 bucket seats
Full length console
Stereo system
Tilt wheel
Smoked glass
Staggered size wheels
