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1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Bubbletop 4 Speed V8 Impala/bel Air 2 Door Bucket Seats!! on 2040-cars

Year:1961 Mileage:70421 Color: with black bucket seats and a
Location:

Lubbock, Texas, United States

Lubbock, Texas, United States

This 1961 Chevrolet Bel-Air Bubbletop is the first year of the Fifth Generation Chevrolet Bel Air body style.  Everything about his car evokes pure Americana!  Finished in black exterior with black bucket seats and a 4 speed.  Offering you the options you want at an affordable price.


A majority of bubbletops out there have commanded price tags in the $30,000-$60,000 dollar range and have reached the stratosphere in pricing.  It is rare to find an example that is affordable and completely drivable.  


What sets this car apart is its drivability, options and color combination.  Making this Bubbletop a solid investment as a car you can enjoy and watch it appreciate in value as the years continue.   This 61 Bubble top has been well cared for and slightly upgraded over the years to house a WK code 1969 350 small block with solid lifters and shifted by 4 Speed transmission.  It is obvious that over the years a lot of time and effort went into the build of this car, keeping with the Bel Air theme but upgrading it with things like Impala bucket seats out of a 1964.  Ultimately, making this original grandma car a heart stopping Bel Air as any Hot Rodder would have liked back in the day.  


To note this Bubbletop has great sounding rumble and is extremely fun to drive!


The 61 Chevrolet Bel Airs were a totally new body for GM not just new sheetmetal although the wheelbase stayed the same at 119in but its length was reduced slightly from previous years.  The Bel air 2 door “bubble top” design has been the highlight for collectors with minimal production numbers compared to other GM makes and models with only 8,671 6cy and 9686 V8’s made.  


Although, not a fresh restoration this 61 Bel Air has a very sharp flare to her.  No need to do any restoration work as she all the work has been done to make her an eye catcher and quality driver.  Paint appears to be a few years old with normal wear that you would expect, for example a few scratches near the hood area and some wear at the extreme corners.  The interior is finished very nicely with an Impala Steering wheel and bucket seats all of which are in great condition.  The exterior trim does have a few nicks and dings but what shows the most wear on the whole car is the front bumper does show hazing and the wind wings glass is original and starting to delaminate.  Rubber front and rear window trim does show cracking from age and could easily be replaced.  Engine compartment and trunk are absolutely amazing. Please preview the photographs and contact me if you have any questions 818-398-1829.



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This vehicle is being listed by Flat Twelve Gallery and is located in Lubbock, Texas. We have photographed this car and take pride in describing cars, although if there are specific items you would like us to inspect please contact us before bidding.  We have assisted in the sale of numerous celebrity and high profile vehicles including Bella's Truck from the movie "Twilight" and we are featured on the network airing television show “The Car Chasers” and may reach out to you to film the purchase of this vehicle.  Please feel confident in our feedback, descriptions and the fact that people often write that our cars “Are better the described” This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied ore returns.. The car will be sold with a Good title. Miles are exempt due to age, although the previous owner states actual miles. The highest bidder after the reserve is met has entered into a binding contract and NO RENEGOTIATION of any type. Pick up or shipping of the vehicle is a buyer’s expense.  


A $500 non-refundable deposit must be paid within 48 hours of auction end with Wire-Transfer or via Pay Pal, Balance is due within 5 days of auction end by Certified funds or Wire-Transfer. Please note, vehicle will not leave Lubbock, TX until ALL funds have cleared. If you are planning on financing the vehicle, please arrange financing on this vehicle before bidding we do not offer financing.  Customers with zero, negative feedback, or less then 5 positive bid history must contact me prior to bidding or we reserve the right to cancel your bid. We reserve the right to re-list or sell the vehicle in the event of a non-paying bidder.  This vehicle is for sale locally so we also reserve the right to end the auction early. 


Fees: 

If buyer is outside of Texas a $50 documentation fee will be collected in addition to the sales price along with ADV tax (usually about $45) and a $5 temp plate fee.  Documents will be faxed and signed and a drivers license copy will need to be sent over.  For buyers in Texas the above applies, along with collection of registration fees and sales taxes per Texas law.

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