383-Powered 1955 Chevrolet 210

Description

“Chevrolet’s new V8 is a masterpiece of compact design and smooth performance. It’s the kind of engine that makes you want to drive just for the fun of it.” When they wrote it, little did Popular Mechanics’ writers know that the 1955 Chevrolet was making history.

This vehicle marked a turning point in American automotive design, introducing a bold new look and engineering innovations that redefined the brand. Known as the first of the iconic “Tri-Five” 1955-57 Chevrolets, the 1955 model was offered in three trim levels — 150, 210, and Bel Air — with a variety of body styles including sedans, wagons, and convertibles.

Those bodies featured a sleek, modern look with a Ferrari-inspired grille, wraparound windshield, and jet-age tailfins. And under the hood, 1955 saw the debut of the 265 cu-in small-block V8, a lightweight, high-performance powerplant that became a cornerstone of GM engineering for decades. The 1955 Chevy’s combination of style, performance, and affordability made it a massive success then, and a desirable classic today.

And this mean ’55 channels the ghost of Bob Falfa from American Graffiti, possessing sinister black paint, a cammed-up stroker V8, and chrome wheels.

Highlights 

• 1955 Chevrolet hot rod with stroker V8 power 

• 383 cu-in Skip White Chevy V8 

• Three-speed TH-350 automatic transmission 

• Finished in Black with a Black leather interior 

• Aftermarket digital dash 

Features 

• 15x7-inch front, 15x8-inch rear Cragar chrome wheels

• 225/70R15 Netco front, 225/75R15 Prime rear tires 

• GM 10.5-inch front and rear disc brakes 

• Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor 

• Headers and dual exhaust system with H-pipe 

• Trunk-mounted battery 

• Power steering with tilt column and custom steering wheel 

• Digital speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Full glass power windows have replaced wing windows 

• Stock-location Alpine stereo with door-mounted speakers 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint has some minor flaws and imperfections 

• Needs e-brake kit for disc brakes 

Included 

• Keys 

• Spare Cragar wheel with tire 

Ownership History The consignor states, “Everyday dependable driver with 25k on the engine. Quality leather interior, digital dash, rack and pinion steering, and custom stereo system. Rust free car, with solid floors, trunk, and quarters. Nice older black paint that still shows well, clean California title.”