Photo: eBay seller shade_71
The 1955 Bel Air was a hit from the first moment it smiled in front of the audience at GM's Motorama car show.
Everything worked like a charm for Chevrolet in 1955. The company produced over 1.7 million units, its workforce expanded substantially, primarily as it increased payrolls, and everybody wanted a 150, a 210, or a Bel Air.
The Bel Air sport coupe could be had for $2,166, while the convertible carried a $2,305 price tag. The four-door wagon was the most expensive at $2,361.
The Bel Air posted on eBay by seller shade_71 is a post car that looks like it's been sitting in a junkyard for many years. It wears a great patina, though I doubt the next owner will retain it if their plan is a complete restoration to factory specifications.
Unfortunately, the owner shared only a few details, so your best option is either a third-party inspection or seeing it in person. The seller says the car comes without a title, and you should mainly use it for parts, though considering its condition, I wouldn't be surprised if someone attempted a complete restoration.
It's unclear how complete the Bel Air continues to be, but the interior seems wreaked, likely as the vehicle served as a donor for other projects. In addition to the obvious patina, the body also exhibits occasional rust, and I doubt the floors look better. Potential buyers should put the car on a lift and inspect the undersides, as they probably show massive damage. One of the photos revealing the cabin also exposes major holes in the floors, so I would recommend a thorough inspection of the undercarriage.
It's unclear if the Bel Air still has an engine under the hood, but I doubt the mill is still there. If the Bel Air had already served as a donor, the engine was probably one of the components that left the car, especially if it was a V8.
The main selling point is the production number. The owner claims it's one of the first Bel Airs produced for this model year, flexing "double zeros" in the VIN tag. Unfortunately, they didn't provide the VIN, so you must check the claim in person.
A 1955 Bel Air with a solid chance to return to the road is typically a highly desirable classic, but considering the owner says you should only use the vehicle for parts, it's obvious the car is not aimed at the faint of heart.
The car isn't cheap, despite its rough shape. The seller hopes they can get $6,500 for their Bel Air, and considering over 60 people are already watching the listing, I doubt the car would remain available for too long.
The Bel Air sport coupe could be had for $2,166, while the convertible carried a $2,305 price tag. The four-door wagon was the most expensive at $2,361.
The Bel Air posted on eBay by seller shade_71 is a post car that looks like it's been sitting in a junkyard for many years. It wears a great patina, though I doubt the next owner will retain it if their plan is a complete restoration to factory specifications.
Unfortunately, the owner shared only a few details, so your best option is either a third-party inspection or seeing it in person. The seller says the car comes without a title, and you should mainly use it for parts, though considering its condition, I wouldn't be surprised if someone attempted a complete restoration.
It's unclear how complete the Bel Air continues to be, but the interior seems wreaked, likely as the vehicle served as a donor for other projects. In addition to the obvious patina, the body also exhibits occasional rust, and I doubt the floors look better. Potential buyers should put the car on a lift and inspect the undersides, as they probably show massive damage. One of the photos revealing the cabin also exposes major holes in the floors, so I would recommend a thorough inspection of the undercarriage.
It's unclear if the Bel Air still has an engine under the hood, but I doubt the mill is still there. If the Bel Air had already served as a donor, the engine was probably one of the components that left the car, especially if it was a V8.
The main selling point is the production number. The owner claims it's one of the first Bel Airs produced for this model year, flexing "double zeros" in the VIN tag. Unfortunately, they didn't provide the VIN, so you must check the claim in person.
A 1955 Bel Air with a solid chance to return to the road is typically a highly desirable classic, but considering the owner says you should only use the vehicle for parts, it's obvious the car is not aimed at the faint of heart.
The car isn't cheap, despite its rough shape. The seller hopes they can get $6,500 for their Bel Air, and considering over 60 people are already watching the listing, I doubt the car would remain available for too long.
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