For Sale: 1956 Chevrolet 210 in Torrance, California

West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this frame off restored 1956 Chevrolet 210 Del Ray 2 Door Sedan with an original 'Blue Flame' 235/140HP 6 cylinder engine.CHASSIS:Frame Type: Double Drop Box GirderFront Suspension: Independent with Coil SpringsBrakes Front/Rear: 11" Cast Alloy - Molded Asbestos - Master cylinderRear Suspension: Semi elliptic leaf springs with Compression shacklesSteering Box/Column: 25.7 to 1 - 18" wheelWheels, Front/Rear: 15" Steel Weld 5" wideTires, Front/Rear: 6.70x15" Firestone White Walls 4-Ply TubelessDRIVETRAIN:Engine: "Blue Flame 140" 235 cu in 6 CylinderInduction: Single Barrel Downdraft -Automatic ChokeIgnition: High Speed 12 Volt Distributor Auto Spark ControlExhaust: Split Manifold Dual ExhaustRadiator: Ribbed Cellular with Pressure CapTransmission: Powerglide - Hydraulic ControlShifter: Lighted Selector - Safety SwitchRear axle: Quite Hypoid Axle 3.55 to 1 RatioBODY:Material: Uni-Steel Body by FisherGrille: Full Width LatticeLights Front/Rear: T3 Sealed beam / Left Taillight Filler Cap, BackupMirrors: Rearview inside & outPaint Type/Color: Lacquer / India Ivory - Twilight TurquoisePainter: John Mangiapane (Show Car Restorations)Chrome & Polish: Astro Plating / G.E. Antique CreationsINTERIOR:Upholstery/Color: All Vinyl / Color -Keyed TurquoiseUpholsterer: Cars / Thee Top Shop / Show CarSeats: Foam rubber cushions with center fold backrestsInstruments: Speedometer - Engine temperature - Gas Gauge - Warning lightsSound: A.M. Pushbutton with rear seat speakerAir Conditioning: Crank operated windows and ventiplanesSteering Wheel: Two spoke full circle horn ringWiring: 12 Volt - Electric Clock, Cigarette lighterOther features: Traffic Light Viewer, Oilbath, E-Z Eye Glass, Windshield Washer, Under Hood Light.The 1956 Chevrolet 210 Del Ray was a special 2 Door utility focused 2 door sedan or coupe within the mid tier 210 series. Originally named after a Detroit neighborhood. It featured heavy-duty vinyl interior trim designed for extra durability, and typically came equipped with a 265 cubic-inch V8 or inline-six engine.Overview and History:Origin:Debuted as a trim option in 1954 before becoming a distinct model within the Chevrolet 210 lineup.Interior: Celebrated for its specialized, durable all-vinyl upholstery tailored for car owners wanting a rugged yet stylish cabin.Body Style:Offered exclusively as a 2-door club coupe / sedan post.Performance and Specs:Engine: Standard options included inline-six engines or the popular 265 ci V8.Transmission: Paired with manual options or automatic transmissions like a 2-speed Powerglide.Brakes/Handling: Factory builds featured standard all-around drum brakes and independent front suspension.One of the USA's most recognized classic cars ever, the Two-Ten series, introduced for the 1953 model year, replaced the Styleline DeLuxe series. It was actually the best-selling Chevrolet model during 1953-54, offering a balance of style and luxury appointments unavailable in the base 150 series, but was less costly than the top-of-the-line Bel Air. Two-Tens offered the widest choice of body styles for 1953, including a convertible, Sport Coupe hardtop, two- and four-door sedans and four-door station wagons.As the American public began to prefer posh to economy, the Bel Air began to outsell the lesser series, including both 150 and 210 models. As a partial answer to this, Chevrolet re-introduced the Two-Ten Sport Coupe hardtop in the middle of the 1955 model year, and also added a four-door Two-Ten hardtop Sport Sedan for 1956. Neither achieved the sales of their Bel Air counterparts, however, since they were only about $100 cheaper than the Bel Airs, which provided some more luxury and premium exterior trim.However, well maintained and preserved rare Two-Ten models such as this particular example do have similar appeal, especially the convertible (very rare), the Del Ray Club Coupe and 2 Door Sedan with its upgraded vinyl interior, and of course these 2 Door Sport Coupe hardtops of 1953 and 1955-57.This particular 1956 Chevrolet 210 Del Ray 2 Door Sedan example was recently restored with absolutely no expense spared and with only a few miles on the build since its restoration. In summary this must be one of the finest examples anywhere of a fully operational 1956 Chevrolet Two Ten Del Ray 2 Door Sedan which still has a classic original Bel Air look - a wonderful example of one of America's favorite 1950's classic car.