This beautiful '55 Chevy hardtop truly embodies classic American
automotive style with thoughtful performance upgrades. From its
iconic two-tone paint to its robust powertrain and modern creature
comforts, this car is built to impress and enjoy.
Exterior & Styling:
Paint: Beautiful turquoise with an ivory roof and trunk. The paint
finish is described as "beautiful," indicating high quality.
Body: Gorgeous stance, sitting perfectly straight with excellent
body gaps and panels.
Chrome: Gleaming chrome front and rear bumpers that "look great,"
adding to its classic appeal.
Wheels, Tires & Suspension:
Wheels: Polished Ridler five-spoke wheels, giving it a modern and
aggressive look.
Tires:
Front: Brand new tires.
Rear: Very good tires.
Suspension: Upgraded with tubular A-arms and drop spindles,
providing that "perfect lowered stance." It also features new
springs and shocks for improved ride quality and handling.
Brakes:
Front: Power disc brakes, offering significantly improved stopping
power.
Rear: Drum brakes.
Interior & Audio:
Radio: Aftermarket AM/FM cassette radio that visually says
"Chevrolet," blending a retro look with modern functionality.
Sound System: Equipped with an amplifier in the trunk, ensuring the
audio "sounds good" for cruising.
Decoding the Numbers:
These numbers provide vital information about the car's originality
and specific configuration.
Engine Block Number: F1230HCR
This code provides details about the engine's origin and
specifications:
F: Indicates the engine was built at the Flint, Michigan assembly
plant.
1230: Decodes to the engine assembly date: December 30th.
HCR: This suffix code for a 1955 Chevrolet 265 V8 typically
indicates:
265 Cubic Inch V8 Engine
180 Horsepower
Equipped with a 4-Barrel Carburetor
Originally paired with a Powerglide Automatic Transmission
This was one of the more powerful engine options available for the
1955 model year.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): VC55B204271
This VIN provides the key identifiers for this specific
vehicle:
V: Confirms the car was originally equipped with a V8 Engine.
C: Designates the car as a 2400 Series (Bel Air), the top-trim
level for 1955.
55: Indicates the 1955 Model Year.
B: Specifies the assembly plant as Baltimore, Maryland.
204271: This is the Sequential Production Number, indicating it was
the 104,271st passenger car produced at the Baltimore plant in
1955.
If you would like to make the drive to Burlington to see this
vehicle I think you'd really enjoy seeing Drager's Clubhouse
firsthand We have a lot of interesting things on display besides
cars and trucks. We have 25 display cases full of all sorts of
amazing things. We have 100 motorcycles on display. Most people
tell us we are like a museum.
Call Andrew 206-533-9600 to set up a day and time to come see this
vehicle
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