1956 Chevrolet Other for sale $89,900

Go to just about any car show and youre guaranteed to find at least a few Bel Airs. As one of Detroits most universally adored creations late 50s Chevys continue to be restoration magnets for builders and collectors alike. The only problem is: once youve joined the ranks of tri-five ownership it becomes increasingly difficult to stand out. Well with a classic like this striking Nomad standing out is guaranteed to be a nonissue. The beneficiary of a comprehensive restoration this wagons time-tested look is backed by an impressive list of hardware that includes a spry Chevy small block a tough 4L60E automatic and a thoroughly updated chassis that rolls on mirrored Coys wheels. Relatively rare and increasingly exclusive Nomads are always crowd favorites. And with twice the swagger of its hardtop and convertible brethren this versatile bowtie is one of the most enjoyable tri-fives on the planet!

BODYWORK/TRIM

A solid foundation for building a lights-out resto-mod this slick Chevys smooth all-American body is covered in a rich coat of Charcoal Gray 2-stage. That glossy pigment bearing striking similarity to Chevrolets current Ashen Gray offering creates a monochromatic profile thats been buffed sanded and polished to near perfection. Panel gaps appear to be at better-than-factory tolerances creating straight surfaces that are likely much cleaner than when they originally rolled out of the showroom. And today this reborn classic sits as a stylish testament to storied Detroit excellence.

As a collector car enthusiast you really cant go wrong with any 50s Chevy. But for many folks the divisions 56 model essentially perfected the art. At the front of the car a straight stainless grille hangs clear parking lamps between chrome-trimmed headlights and a guarded bumper. At the top of that grille a chrome-trimmed hood centers a polished jetbird ornament over a vivid Sedan Delivery crest. Behind that hood polished frames seal lightly tinted glass between capped wipers and mirrorless doors. At the base of those frames a shaved profile chases traditional door handles with polished trim spears. And at the back of the car a second guarded bumper frames a shaved valance that features traditional tail lamps polished tailgate trim and a classy Nomad script.

ENGINE

In keeping with unspoken tradition this Nomad proudly sports a spry Chevy small block. That said; its probably not quite the small block youre expecting. Lift the domed hood and youll see where tradition stops and convenience begins. Instead of sticking with factory-correct fodder the previous owner decided that a 403 cubic inch stroker motor would be an excellent complement to the cars stellar looks and we cant help but agree. Up top a Charcoal Gray intake breathes through a billet throttle body and Texas Speed andamp; Performance air cleaner. At the sides of that intake AC Delco plug wires snake around factory-spec exhaust manifolds that are snugged to a cast iron block. Inside that block a forged crank spins forged rods and Wiseco pistons at the sides of an LS7 cam. At the front of that cam smooth serpentine components ride behind a billet radiator support which hangs dual electric puller fans behind a big AutoRad tank. And aesthetically the modern mill looks fantastic accented with niceties like braided lines a billet oil cap and a glossy Charcoal Gray frame.

DRIVETRAIN

Take a look under this classy courier and youll find a thoroughly upgraded chassis thats clean calculated and ready to hit the road. A glossy frame creates a nice contrast to solid undercoated floors. Behind the big engine a fresh 4L60E 4-speed spins a Driveline Express driveshaft which twists a narrow Nova axle.