Vehicle Description
Vehicle to be offered for sale June 2-4th, 2017 at Russo and
Steele\'s 5th Annual Newport Beach California Auction. Please
contact us for more information.\r\n\r\nThe 1955 Chevrolet
passenger car line is all new for this year. Offering all new and
Motoramic styling, improved handling and a new overhead valve V8
engine. To deliver this all-new smooth and dependable V8 power,
much has been changed for the chassis and suspension like a longer
chassis, wider rear springs, diagonally-mounted shock absorbers and
improved Glide Ride front suspension with coil springs, unequal
length a-arms, and new spherical joint geometry. These first two
paragraphs are from the original sales brochure that was available
at any Chevy dealer across the country. This all-new car line-up
was very exciting news for people looking to purchase the newest
vehicle design in the lower-priced field. These cars offered great
value to their customers. Over sixty years later, enthusiasts still
feel the same about the 1955 Chevy. They have stood the test of
time, arguably much more popular now than they were when new. This
spectacular example is the Bel Air Nomad. It was the
top-of-the-line station wagon for Chevrolet this year. A mere 8,386
cars were sold to proud new owners for the entire model year. This
particular car has been a California resident since the 1960s, and
even has the black plates to prove it! Sympathetically restored in
2004 and with freshening up as needed since then, this beautiful
car has always received the best of care with its current owner.
\r\n\r\nRestored in the original style but utilizing a larger 283
cubic inch displacement small block Chevy engine from a 1961
Chevrolet, a Powerglide automatic transmission and factory power
steering and brakes make the car fun and easy to drive. The
exterior features the striking color scheme of Tartan Turquoise and
Indian Ivory. All of the exterior trim has been lovingly restored
including the grille guard, front bumper guards, and fender guards.
The rocker moldings are reproductions. The diecast six piece door,
fender, and eyebrow trim are restored OEM pieces. Slip inside the
matching turquoise and white interior and See the USA in your
Chevrolet through the E-Z Eye Glass. This car is guaranteed to
garner attention wherever you take it. All it needs is a new owner
to continue enjoying this classic Nomad as it should be - out on
the open road/p
