383-Powered 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop 5-Speed
The 1955 Chevrolet Tri-5 is sold for $64,000 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 1955 Chevrolet Tri-5auction.
This stunning 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door hardtop is a true classic that has been meticulously custom-built, showcasing a powerful ZZ383 V8 crate engine paired with a Tremec five-speed manual transmission. With only 19,000 miles indicated on the digital odometer, this car is in excellent condition and ready to hit the road. The eye-catching turquoise and ivory paint, along with the matching interior, make it a standout at any car show. Enhanced with modern upgrades like adjustable coilovers and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, this Bel Air offers both style and performance. It's perfect for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a unique piece of automotive history that combines vintage charm with modern reliability.
- Make: Chevrolet
- Model: Tri-5
- Year: 1955
- Transmission: Five-speed manual transmission
- Engine: ZZ383 V8 Crate Engine
- Drivetrain: RWD
- VIN: 55B212128
Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door hardtop was the subject of a custom build around 2006 that involved the installation of a 383ci V8 crate engine along with a Tremec five-speed manual transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end. The body was refinished in ivory and turquoise, and the chassis has been mod
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383-Powered 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop 5-Speed — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary
This stunning 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door hardtop is a true classic that has been meticulously custom-built, showcasing a powerful ZZ383 V8 crate engine paired with a Tremec five-speed manual transmission. With only 19,000 miles indicated on the digital odometer, this car is in excellent condition and ready to hit the road. The eye-catching turquoise and ivory paint, along with the matching interior, make it a standout at any car show. Enhanced with modern upgrades like adjustable coilovers and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, this Bel Air offers both style and performance. It's perfect for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a unique piece of automotive history that combines vintage charm with modern reliability.
- Sold price
- $64,000
- Fair value estimate
- $30,260
- Fair value range
- $26,231 - $34,100
- Confidence
- MEDIUM
- Comparable sales analyzed
- 11
- Deal verdict
- overpriced
- Condition
- Very Good (7.5/10)
- Bids
- 36
- Listing views
- 8,389
Highlights
- Chassis: 55B212128
- 19k Miles Indicated on Digital Odometer
- ZZ383 V8 Crate Engine
- Tremec 5-Speed Manual Transmission
- Turquoise and Ivory Paint
- Turquoise and Ivory Upholstery
- 17" and 18" Billet Specialties Wheels
- Tubular Front Control Arms