355-Powered 1955 Chevrolet 210 2-Door Hardtop 4-Speed

Description

Introduced as part of Chevrolet’s new “Tri-Five” lineup and positioned between the economy 150 and the upscale Bel Air, the 210 blended affordability with style, making it one of Chevy’s most popular models. Its bold new design featured sleeker lines, a lowered stance, and a modern wraparound windshield. Most significant was the debut of Chevrolet’s small-block 265ci V8, a lightweight, high-revving engine that transformed the car’s performance and helped define American V8 culture. Offered in several body styles, the 210 appealed to families, enthusiasts, and hot‑rodders alike.

This 1955 210 is a refurbished 2-Door Hardtop finished in metallic champagne and bronze. Power is now provided by a serious evolution of the small-block: a 355ci V8 mated here to a Muncie four-speed manual transmission with a Hurst shifter and sent to a 12-bolt Positraction rear end. Tubular headers link to the dual-exhaust system, while five-spoke Cragar wheels are mounted over disc brakes up front and drums out back. Two-tone tan upholstery covers the seating surfaces and extends to the door panels, complemented by body-color painted metal surfaces.

This modified 1955 Chevrolet 210 2-Door Hardtop is now offered with service documentation and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• 1955 210 2-Door Hardtop

• 355ci V8

• Muncie four-speed manual transmission with Hurst shifter

• Metallic champagne and bronze paint

• Replacement two-tone tan upholstery

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (VB55N004735) decodes as:

  • V – V8 engine

  • B – 2100 series (210 model trim)

  • 55 – 1955 model year

  • N – Norwood, Ohio assembly

  • 004735 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Mechanical

  • 12-bolt Positraction rear end with 3.73 gearing

  • Hurst Competition/Plus shifter

  • Competition clutch

  • COMP Cams camshaft

  • Lakewood steel bell housing scatter shield with Tri-Five mounts

  • Holley Carburetor

  • Edelbrock intake manifold and air cleaner

  • Tubular headers and a dual exhaust system

  • Front disc brakes with cross-drilled rotors

  • Cragar five-spoke wheels mounted with Futura GLS Super Sport tires

• Interior

  • Aftermarket gauge cluster, column-mounted tachometer, and auxiliary gauge pod

  • “Bel Air” dashboard script

  • Wood-rimmed steering wheel

  • Aftermarket speakers mounted in parcel shelf

Servicing & Documentation

• Service and parts invoices from the refurbishment are provided under the Additional Documents section

Known Imperfections

• Retro-style radio has not been connected

• Paint chips on the left door sill

Ownership History

This 1955 Chevrolet 210 was refurbished under previous ownership and acquired by the seller in August 2025.

Included Items

• Service documentation

Additional Information

• Disclaimer: The seller of this Chevrolet 210 had a local professional photographer take a portion of the photos included in the gallery, some of which appear to have a "sepia" tone. Interested parties are encouraged to review the entire photo gallery.