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Year:1955 Mileage:300
Location:

Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States

Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States
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1955 Chevrolet Bel Air  2Dr Hardtop Sport Coupe  

 

Unique, custom fabricating, paint, and components


Want to see 204  Hi-Res Photos?   Contact Chad at 330-353-1750



Love Tri 5's but they all look so similar, check this out! This 55 Chevy Coupe was found on an Indian Reservation in South Dakota, and was than purchased by a man in Nebraska who owned a vintage vehicle salvage yard. The car was than taken to Alabama to be sold for parts or restoration, but fortunately car was found buy its current owner and brought back to life in Pennsylvania. The car had little body damage, and only two small areas had rusted through. The paint, door, window regulators and latches where all original and had never been removed. Chassis had light rust, frame or suspension parts were slightly corroded, and chassis had original shock absorbers. The entire floor pan was intact except the center section of the trunk floor. All the body supports, reinforcement plates, inner and outer rocker panels and rear wheel housings where without rust. During that year the needed front end parts were located and the entire body was stripped to bare metal. The entire frame, all chassis, and suspension components were cleaned and coated with black POR15 coating. The body and front sheet metal was placed on the frame and delivered to the restoration shop for body work and paint. Seven months later the beautifully painted car returned to the owners garage. From there the next 18 months the car underwent assembly. When 90 percent done, it was taken to Ambassador House in Herman, PA for custom upholstery and carpet. This beautifully, professionally done car took just under four years to complete, including time away for other matters. (Approx 2001 completion)


 Features of the Car




GM Performance crate engine 350 cu in 290 hp # 12499529

(Installed 2007-2008, first engine to radical for street)

Dual Edelbrock performer 500 cfm four barrel carbs

Edelbrock C-26 intake manifold (Jet hot coated)

GM Performance chrome valve covers

Stainless fuel lines and fittings

Holley fuel pump

Sanderson headers (Jet hot coated)

GM Factory pulleys (powder coated)

Power Master XS hi- torque starter

Accel coil

HEI distributor by Dave’s Small body HEI's

Chrome 100amp one- wire alternator

Walker Cobra Z- Line radiator

Stewart Stage 1 water pump (powder coated)

Stainless 2 1/2 in exhaust system by Never Rust

Turbo 350 Automatic Transmission and B&M shift kit and adjustable modulator

B&M flex-plate (168 tooth)

B&M Holeshot 2000 stall torque convertor

Dual B&M transmission coolers

Hurst shifter

Power Rack and Pinion steering with Borgeson stainless joints and shaft

Front disc brakes (1970 Chevelle- non -power)

Rear drum breaks (1970 Chevelle)

12 bolt 1970 Chevelle posi rear end (GM 3:31 gear set)

5 leaf rear spring with urethane bushings

2 inch dropped front coil springs from Classic Chevy International

Classic gas shock absorbers

Rear frame mounted upper shock mounting bar

Traction bars by Williams Classic Chassis Works

American Racing Smoothie chrome reverse rims with baby moon cap

(15x7 front, 15x8 rear)

Goodrich Radial T/A tires (21560R15 front 23570R15 rear)

PPG 3 stage Diamond White Pearl paint with lilac pearl accents

House of Kolor custom mix dark raspberry candy flames with air brushed accent shadows, “sparkle dust” flame tips and hand striped outlines

Full tint window glass from Classic City Auto

Custom Ultra-Vinyl upholstery by Ambassador House Custom modified full width rear seat

Custom fabricated dash panel and gauge panel

VDO gauges

Classic Instruments gear indicator gauge

Lokar “Eliminator” gas pedal

Billet flame design steering Wheel by Weld

Juliano”s lap belts

Custom Auto sound am/fm/ cassette radio with amplified hidden antenna, compatible with custom auto sound 10 Cd changer

Cerwin-Vega speakers

Raingear windshield wiper system

Ignition protected by a 100 amp mega fuse(located on the frame near the starter

Silicone DOT 5 brake fluid

Engine uses regular gas (87 octane)


Hand Fabricated Components

Radiator mounting plates (stainless)

Radiator bug screen mounting brackets

Stainless grill

Transmission dipstick upper mount bracket (stainless)

Coil holder (stainless)

Fuel lines on engine (stainless)

Steering column lower mount and sleeve (stainless)

Firewall hole covers (stainless)

Stainless glove box insert/ fuse panel mount

Dash panel inserts

Tachometer mount

Gear indicator linkage bell crank

Transmission temperature gauge mount (stainless)

Transmission cooler mounting brackets

Air cleaner stacks (stainless)

Rear shock absorber upper mounting bar


About the Engine-


The engine is GM Performance Crate motor Part# 12499529

350 cu in/ 290 advertised horse power

The following information on this engine is found on the Spec. sheet from GM Performance Parts

Block is cast iron with 4 bolt main caps

Bore/stroke 4.00x3.48

Camshaft: GM #3896962 This is the cam used in the L-82 Corvette

Hydraulic/ flat tappet

Duration. @ 050 222 intake 222exhaus

Lift .450 intake .460 exhaust

Compression: 8.5: 1

Connecting rods: Powdered metal(Used in LT 1 engines after 1995/ reported to be stronger that GM “pink” rods

Crankshaft: Nodular iron

Cylinder heads: Iron casting #462624 76cc chambers

Valves: 1.94 intake 1.50 exhaust

Pistons: Cast aluminum

Fuel: 87 octane

Oil pan capacity: 5 quart+filter

The engine is described by GM Performance as its best value in performance crate engines.

Several publications including Street Rodder Magazine have done articles on engine build ups using this engine as the base motor. When the engines were dyno'd for baseline horsepower they were equipped as recommended by GM with a four barrel carb and headers. The engines all based out at 310 horsepower or better. It has been stated that GM uses SAE standards when dyno testing. These standards tend to be conservative. This is why the engine is advertised at 290 horsepower.


Included with the Car”


Accessories-


Custom made Bra

Matching carpet floor mats

Two car covers (dust cover/ weather cover)


Tools-


2 Tech Book (Classic Chevy International)

Factory assembly manual

Factory shop manual

Information binder (White)

Homemade shop manual

Complete car file by systems

PVC Tensioning lever- tightening-power steering belt

Clear plastic radiator drain hose

Plastic Plugs For Servicing Power Steering Pump and Steering pack

Windshield Wiper escutcheon Tool and extra escutcheons

Homemade frame stands for changing rear tires

In truck/ tool compartment- two emergency fender covers

- emergency lower radiator hose- socket set


Hardware-


Extra factory oil pan bolts

Extra garnish molding screws- stainless

Door hinge (front plates) stainless screws and washers

Extra stainless screws for inside car vent grills

extra wing nuts for radiator bug screen

Extra #8x2 phillips jackson trim screws(for whatever)

Extra screws for 4 way flashers, box under dash


Parts-


Spare(custom made) Power steering high pressure hose

Extra brass adapters for GM power steering pump to custom hose

spare water pump/ fan belt

Timing tapes

Extra baby moon hub cap

Spare tail light bulbs (2357)

Lube for polyurethane suspension bushings

Spare tachometer diode

Spare door and window hardware

Spare front end alignment shims

Spare bell spacers (rear bumper mounts)

Spare hurst shifter rod clip

Spare fuel tank sender float and sender gaskets

Spare water temperature gauge sender

Spare ignition module for distributor

Extra parts for rear break assemblies

Spare VDO gauge light socket and bulb

Spare windshield wiper pivot arm clip

Spare custom window crank knob and set screws

Extra parts for transmission shift improver kit

Painted stock driver side dashboard garnish

Molding (to replace tach mount molding if desired)


Special Tools and Parts

(everything is marked)


Plastic storage box in compartment in front of trunk


2 spare throttle cable core cables

Rubber cover for end of alternator main terminal

(if disconnected for winter)

Funnel adapter for transmission filler tube

2 gas pedal allen wrenches (set screw)

Allen wrenches for throttle linkage

Allen wrenches for inside air vent pull knobs

Allen wrench for dash and window crank knobs

Allen wrench for dimmer switch cover

Allen wrench for gas pedal clevis to throttle cable


1/2'' Short box wrench for battery terminals

9/16'' Short box wrench for power steering pump cover pivot (front not behind pulley)

Bag of cheap combination wrenches

Bag of assorted fuses

T” wrench for windshield wiper shafts


Additional Notes


No heater or air conditioning

Turn signals do not self cancel

Horn button not located on steering wheel

No back up lights

Kick down cable not connected

Paint chips ( If found)

No power brakes



Paint- Paint is extremely smooth and shiny and has been rubbed to a mirror like finish. In looking the car over, there appear to be no nicks or scratches. Paint matches beautifully all the way around. There are no imperfections in the paint and is professionally and beautifully done, with great quality.


Body- Body is extremely straight and expertly repaired. The fits around the hood, doors, and trunk all look very uniform and correct. (see pictures) Being extremely critical, the hood may have a little bit more gap on the left side than the right.


Magnetic Gage- The body was tested in random areas and metal was always found. That together with actual photos of the body during preparation shows how nice the condition of this body was prior to the build.


Bright Work- The areas surrounding the glass are impeccable, it is mounted well and looks like new. The spears down the side, they are extremely straight and the finish is beautiful. Same is true with the chrome on the front and the rear, it looks in new condition and flawless.


Glass- Glass is all new, and was purchased from a distributor. There are no wiper marks, cracks, scratches, or discoloring. Keeping in mind this car only has approx 300 miles on it.


Interior- Beautifully and custom, that was all done by a professional. The headliner is all vinyl, is the interior stainless, the interior bright works and the ribs going across the top. There is no wear on the interior or damaged areas, and still has a very new smell to it. Bright work on dash and the coloring appears as close to new as you can imagine.

Trunk- Trunk was all custom done at the same time, and still looks and smells probably as fresh as the day it was completed. Look closely at the pictures for a good description and layout of the design.


Tires and Wheels- Tires show no cracking or damage, curb damage, dents, or flaws in the finish. Again just like new condition- Fronts 10/32 Rears 11/32

.

Chassis- The frame is in a black semi gloss, matted finish. Owner wanted car to look good, yet be drivable. The mount for the rack of course is added on. Notice the attention to detail when you look at different components in the build. The dual exhaust that runs all the way to the back, filtering system, are all very neatly constructed, and still looks very nice and fresh.

Engine- Engine compartment is all custom designed. If you look at the component list, as well as the photos, this would probably describe it best.


Test Drive- We did check, and all of the gauges are working, as well as the shifter, emergency brake, and AM/FM radio. Chad and the owner drove car around15 to 20 miles. Chad drove the car back, the steering has good response. Car has a rack and pinon power steering. Drive Tran and engine runs nice and preforms as it should. Transmission shifts correctly up and down as it was designed. Brakes, which are not power do require a little more pressure, but not much. Upon stopping car does not pull or pulsate.( Mileage showing on car)it actually has approx 270 miles on it prior to the odometer. There was a programing problem that didn’t get corrected, so car has 13 plus 270 that was on it. Current owner has never had an accident in this car. Included is a Pennsylvania title with except odometer.



Interested buyers please call Chad Gumpp

Mobile/Direct:  330-353-1750

Office:  330-452-5788

 

 

PAYMENT INSTUCTIONS:

10% deposit ($1,000 minimum) must be received within three (3) days of the close of the auction and the balance due within 10 days of the auction.  Extenuating circumstances may warrant us to revise the amount of deposit to protect the interest of the buyer and the seller.

 

Acceptable payment options:

·        Cash-in-person, verified by a bank

·        Bank to bank wire transfers to seller’s account

·        Cashier’s or bank check equivalent to cash

 

 

Interested buyers please call Chad Gumpp at 330-353-1750

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