1958 Chevrolet Biscayne with Bel Air Trim

Description

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After all the fuss that’s been made over the elegant 1957 Chevrolets, the success of the 1958 models has been rather overlooked. While Chevrolet and Ford were neck-and-neck for number one in '57, Chevrolet was a clear winner in 1958, selling 1,255,935 cars — almost half of which came from the luxury Bel Air line. 

The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air owed nothing to the previous year, from its four-headlight setup to its rolled and lowered rear fins and a completely new X-frame beneath all-new bodywork. The wheelbase was extended by two inches, coil springs were now used all around, and the base 283 cu-in V-8 engine with a two-barrel carburetor produced 185 horsepower. 

Chevrolets were divided into the basic Del Ray, mid-level Biscayne, and luxury Bel Air series, which is known for its enthusiastic use of fancy trim. All V8 Bel Air models had “V” emblems front and back, and side trim ran mid-level and full-length with a “spear” at the front. There were four chevrons on the front fenders, four vertical chrome strips on the lower rear fender bulges, and front fender-top ornaments. 

This VIN of this ‘58 decodes as a Biscayne, but Bel Air trim has been added inside and out. 

Highlights 

• Refinished in red paint over black interior and cloth/vinyl upholstery 

• Powered by a 283 cu-in V8 engine rated at 185 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque 

• Two-speed automatic transmission 

• Service performed in June 2024 by American Gasser Hot Rod Shop in Saginaw, Michigan ($7,656.87): 

  • Body work performed on driver's side front fender and door and roof 

  • Installed new windshield glass and door glass 

  • Removed, repaired, and reinstalled radiator 

  • Transmission rebuilt 

  • Installed new transmission modulator and adaptor 

  • Replaced transmission mount 

  • Replaced all bushings, steering box, steering cylinder, steering shaft, and steering hoses 

  • Burped cooling system and topped off fluid 

  • Replaced tie rod ends 

  • Installed front three-point seat belts and rear lap belts 

• The chassis number (D58F115139) decodes as: 

  • D – 8-cylinder Biscayne or Brookwood wagon 

  • 58 – 1958 model year 

  • F – Flint, Michigan, assembly plant 

  • 115139 – Sequential body number 

• Body by Fisher cowl tag decodes as: 

  • Style 58-1841 – 1958 two-door sedan 

  • Body No. 1457 

  • Trim 825 – Blue cloth and vinyl 

  • Paint 960-D – Arctic White and Cashmere Blue 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door sedan 

• Bel Air trim 

• Blacked out grille and headlight/indicator light chrome 

• Black two-spoke steering wheel with horn ring 

• Dash instrumentation: 

  • 120-mph speedometer 

  • Fuel level 

  • Coolant temperature  

  • Oil pressure 

  • Battery 

• Analog clock 

• Manual windows 

• Vent windows 

• Lap and shoulder seat belts 

• Dome light 

• 15-inch black-painted steel wheels with chrome aftermarket hubs 

• Falken 215/70R15 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Oil leaks from valve covers 

• Clock does not work 

• Typical wear under hood, in trunk, and on underside 

Included 

• Jack 

Ownership History 

The owner of this 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne (Bel Air trim) purchased the car in April 2023.