409-Powered 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Door Sedan 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

If it was loud, fast, or custom, you knew Trebbi—er, trouble—was coming. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, George Trebbi was known for his insatiable quest for knowledge in business, history, and classic cars. He loved sharing his knowledge and passion with friends and family, and he could frequently be found taking his grandchildren for a joyride in one of his cherished Chevys. Hagerty Marketplace is proud to present The Trebbi Collection: custom, fast, and loud—and all presented without reserve. * * *

Introduced in 1958 as Chevrolet’s entry‑level full‑size model, the Biscayne shared its long, clean body lines with the Impala and Bel Air, but it had less trim than its more expensive siblings. By 1963, Chevrolet had refreshed its full-size lineup with a sleeker roofline and crisper rear styling, giving even the Biscayne a more modern look.

Available in sedan and station wagon versions, the Biscayne received a standard six-cylinder engine, but optional V8 power transformed the lightweight automobile into an unexpected sleeper — quietly capable on both the street and strip.

This ’63 Biscayne was originally equipped with a 230ci inline-six engine, which was swapped for a 409ci V8 by a previous owner. The engine is mated to a four-speed manual gearbox with a curved floor shifter. The car is finished in Autumn Gold paint over Fawn (light tan) vinyl upholstery with patterned cloth inserts. Additional features include a 4.11:1 positraction rear end, factory tachometer mounted on the steering wheel, heater, and an AM radio. The engine is believed to be a "QB" 2-4 bbl, manual transmission 409 from 1962. The "X" code block may be a truck or replacement 409 item.

This 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Door Sedan is represented by a Broad Arrow Specialist and is now offered at no reserve with a clean Ohio title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from the Trebbi Collection

• 409ci V8 rated at 425 hp

• Muncie 4-speed manual transmission with curved floor shifter

• Finished in Autumn Gold

• Fawn (light tan) vinyl upholstery with patterned cloth inserts

Factory Equipment

• 4.11:1 positraction rear end

• Quad headlights

• Dual exhaust

• Drum brakes

• Heater

• 2-spoke steering wheel

• AM radio

• The date plate decodes as:

  • Date: 12B – Built second week of December 1962

  • Style: 63-1211 – Biscayne 2-door sedan

  • Body: BA-2220 – Baltimore, Maryland, assembly plant number

  • Trim: 860 – Fawn cloth and vinyl

  • Paint: 920 – Autumn Gold

• The chassis number (31111B149709) decodes as:

  • 3 – Chevrolet

  • 11 – Biscayne 6-cylinder engine (now has a 409ci V8)

  • 11 – 2-door sedan

  • B – Baltimore, Maryland, assembly plant

  • 149709 – Sequential production number

Modifications

A refurbishment reportedly completed 1,000 miles ago is said to have included the following:

• Replaced factory inline-six engine with a 409ci V8

• Installed aluminum radiator

• 14” painted steel wheels with hubcaps

Service & Documentation

The seller states the following work has been completed:

• March 2026:

  • Replaced radiator

  • Replaced carrier bearing

  • Replaced tail shaft seal

  • Replaced brake master cylinder and front/rear wheel cylinders

• March 2022:

  • Tachometer repaired

• Replaced differential carrier bearing

Known Imperfections

• Paint imperfections include chips, scratches, cracks, and rust spots

• Forward channel of driver rear quarter window has come loose and fallen into quarter panel

• Wind lace cord around driver’s door is torn

• Radio speaker makes a crackle noise when the radio is first turned on

• Tires are over 25 years old

Ownership History

This 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne is offered from the Trebbi Collection. The current owner acquired the car in 2018.

Included Items

• Rubber floor mats

• Original radiator

Additional Information

The seller states that the vehicle was built/restored by a previous owner. No documentation is available for its transformation from a six-cylinder to a V8 or for any other modifications.

The seller adds, “The vinyl floor is deteriorating, and these liners are not reproduced, so my advice would be: Do not remove or replace it if you want to maintain its period correctness. The car's engine is a high-performance 409 V8 making 425 horsepower, and it has correct 409 deep-dish wheels with small hubcaps to complete its overall sleeper image. It underwent a body-off restoration and has logged just over 1,000 miles since it was restored. [Other than the vinyl floor,] the excellent factory interior is good evidence of this car's condition, even prior to restoration.”

Please note: Due to long term storage, this 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Door Sedan is titled, but is not licensed or registered. The successful bidder will need to license and register per their state's laws.

Please note: A low 12’ bridge limits access to this location, and only a small transporter can be used to pick up these vehicles.

A Broad Arrow Representative is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this vehicle. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney Phone: 623.308.2640 Email: mlowney@hagerty.com