1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

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Vehicle Info

Category | Classic / Vintage
Year | 1955
Make | Chevrolet
Model | Bel Air
Trim | Convertible
Exterior Color | Red / White
Interior Color | Red / White
Engine | V8
Transmission | 2 speed cast iron power glide transmission
Horsepower | 265
Purchase Date | 3/17/1997

Vehicle Details

  • This is 67 Year Old 1955 Chevrolet BelAir Convertible is one of most popular of the Tri Five Chevys.

    This is car is owned by James Bradford of Bonita Springs Florida.

    James served as a Vietnam Veteran in the US Air Force from 1866-1970.

    He has served as a Fire Fighter for 33 years retiring as a Fire Chief on Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

    This car took one of the top awards at the 50th Anniversary of the Movie #Where the boys are Starring Connie Francis in 1960.

    Connie Francis personally gave out the awards on the beach in Fort Lauderdale May 2010.

    We are proud to be participating in 2023 Palm Events this March in Mar A Lago Club Palm Beach.

  • This car is 100% original sporting the 265 V8, 4 Barrel carburetor, Dual exhaust, 2 Speed cast iron power glide transmission,radio heater,power top.The car would run 115 Mph off the show room floor. Today still drive the car 70 Plus Mph on short trips and cruising around.

  • This car was repainted in its original colors Gypsy Red and Shoreline beige about 25 years ago.

  • People always ask me if i own the car that always surprises me as i am driving the car but my answer is #No.

    I am only the caretaker today as someday when i go to Heaven someone else will be the caretaker and Driving the Car.

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