454-Powered 1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Gasser Four-Speed

Description

“Room to haul, style to show.” The 1956 Chevrolet 150 Sedan Delivery was a utilitarian yet stylish vehicle built during a golden age of Chevrolet design. Based on the entry-level 150 series, the Sedan Delivery was essentially a two-door station wagon without rear side windows, designed for commercial use. It featured a large cargo area, making it ideal for tradespeople, small businesses, and government fleets.

Though it lacked the chrome and flair of the 210 and Bel Air, this Tri-Five shared the same sturdy chassis. It was equipped with a 235 cu-in inline six or 265 cu-in small-block V8 and proudly touted an all-new 12-volt electrical system for 1956.

Despite its practicality only 7,441 1956 Sedan Delivery models were produced, making it a rarity among Tri-Fives. And over time, enthusiasts have embraced it for its unique blend of vintage charm and functionality.

This Sedan Delivery Gasser originally came with six-cylinder power, a far cry from the modified 454 V8 installed now. It’s still roomy and can definitely haul — just not in the way Chevy meant!

Highlights 

• Unique Sedan Delivery Gasser-style hot rod 

• 454 cu-in Chevrolet big-block V8 

• Richmond Super T-10 four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in two-tone PPG Chrysler Jazz Blue and PPG Ford Frozen White 

• Bel Air side moulding and dual side mirrors 

• Reupholstered cream interior 

• Jim Meyer Racing Gasser-style solid front axle 

Features 

• 15-inch American Racing Torq-Thrust II wheels 

• 225/70R15 Toyo front, 33x21.50x15LT Mickey Thompson Sportsman rear tires  

• Wilwood front disc brakes 

• Patriot headers and side pipes with heat wrap and a dual-exhaust system 

• Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and air cleaner 

• Holley double-pumper carburetor 

• MSD Pro-Billet distributor 

• BeCool radiator 

• Powermaster starter 

• New fuel tank and fuel lines 

• New brake lines 

• McLeod pressure plate and Centerforce clutch disc 

• Narrowed Ford 9-inch rear end 

• Tubbed with four-link rear suspension 

• QA1 rear coilover shocks 

• American Autowire wiring harness, wired for a radiator fan and horn 

• Roll bar with padding and fire extinguisher 

• Ididit tilt steering column 

• Forever Sharp steering wheel 

• RainGear wiper system  

• Dash-mounted AutoMeter oil pressure, coolant temp, and voltage gauge pods 

• Custom Autosound stock-location stereo and separate CD player 

• Long 4-Speed shifter linkage with Hurst handle 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor scratches in paint 

• No heater 

• Speedometer and emergency brake cables are disconnected 

• Interior clock not working 

• Instrument cluster temp, voltage, and oil gauges don’t work (AutoMeter temp, voltage and oil gauges do work)

Included 

• Keys 

• Custom Autosound stereo manual 

• American Autowire manual for wiring in additional options 

• Car cover (has rip on right side lower front) 

• AutoMeter tachometer 

Ownership History

The Nevada seller of this 1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Gasser has owned it since January 2015.