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Technical Information

Lot Number:4439
Year:1955
Make:Chevrolet
Model:Bel Air | Hale Collection | India Ivory & Harvest Gold
Mileage:15866
Drivetrain:Rear Wheel Drive
VIN:VC55L092899
Transmission:4 Speed Manual
Engine:327 V8
Body Style:Coupe
Location:Lebanon Tennessee 37090
Seller Type:dealer
Exterior Color:India Ivory & Harvest Gold

Seller's Introduction

duPont REGISTRY Live presents this beautifully restored 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air, a true VC-code Bel Air that has been comprehensively restored from the frame up. Finished in a striking India Ivory and Harvest Gold combination, this example pairs the iconic two-door “post” body with a 327ci V8, Muncie 4-speed manual transmission, power front disc brakes, and upgraded exhaust. The restoration extends well beyond the visible surfaces, with a powder-coated frame and color-matched undercarriage reflecting the level of attention given throughout the build.

Overview

The 1955 Bel Air introduced Chevrolet's second-generation postwar styling, with its distinctive wraparound windshield, sculpted bodywork, and bold chrome trim establishing one of the most recognizable American automotive designs of the era. As a true VC-code Bel Air, this example wears the range-topping model identity while incorporating performance upgrades that make it considerably more capable on the road.


The exterior is finished in India Ivory and Harvest Gold, complemented by extensive chrome bumpers and trim. The two-door “post” configuration retains the classic proportions of the original design, while Cragar wheels add a period-inspired performance touch. The frame-off restoration is evident throughout the underside, with the frame powder coated and the undercarriage finished in the body colors for a clean, highly detailed presentation.


Inside, the cabin features Gray cloth upholstery and a blend of classic styling and performance-oriented upgrades. A Custom Auto Sound radio provides modern functionality, while a Hurst shifter, auxiliary gauges mounted beneath the dash, and an AutoMeter tachometer reinforce the car's enthusiast-focused character. The result is a cabin that retains the personality of a classic Chevrolet while being properly equipped for spirited driving.


Power comes from a 327ci V8 equipped with a solid-lifter cam, paired with a 4-speed Muncie manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Power front disc brakes provide modern stopping capability, while a Pypes exhaust system with X-pipe gives the V8 an aggressive exhaust note. The combination of small-block V8 power, a 4-speed manual, and upgraded chassis components makes this Bel Air as enjoyable to drive as it is to look at.


With its true VC-code Bel Air identity, frame-off restoration, powder-coated frame, color-matched undercarriage, India Ivory and Harvest Gold finish, 327 V8, and Muncie 4-speed, this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air offers a thoughtful combination of classic presentation and performance-focused upgrades. Its iconic post-body styling and high-quality restoration make it a standout example of Chevrolet's legendary mid-1950s design.


Inspectors Notes: This first year Tri-Five Chevy will always be an icon. This one wears it's original colors of India Ivory and Harvest Gold very well. Enjoy the slick shifting Muncie 4 speed and a surprisingly potent 327 V8 while cruising anywhere in this thing. This is another very well kept offering from the Hale Collection and we're honored to be offering it now at no reserve here on duPont Registry Live!

Features & Options

Key Features

  • Frame Off Restoration

  • 327 V8

  • Muncie 4 Speed Manual

  • India Ivory & Harvest Gold Paint

  • Power Brakes


Exterior

  • India Ivory and Harvest Gold Paint

  • Chrome Bumpers and Trim

  • 2 Door "Post" Configuration

  • Cragar Wheels


Interior

  • Gray Cloth Upholstery

  • Custom Auto Sound Radio

  • Hurst Shifter

  • Auxiliary Gauges Under Dash

  • AutoMeter Tachometer


Mechanical

  • 327ci V8

  • Solid Lifter Cam

  • 4 Speed Muncie Transmission

  • Rear Wheel Drive

  • Power Front Disc Brakes

  • Pypes Exhaust w/ X-Pipe


Items Included in Sale

  • Keys

  • Service Manuals


Known Shortcomings

Paint crack at rear of passenger drip rail

1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | Hale Collection | India Ivory & Harvest Gold
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