Second Generation (Tri-Five) Chevrolet Bel Air (1955–1957)

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Second Generation (Tri-Five) Chevrolet Bel Air for sale.

The Tri-Five Bel Air is one of the most collectible American cars ever built. The 1955 cars introduced the legendary small-block V8, 1956 refined the look, and the 1957 cars, with their tailfins and optional fuel-injected 283, are the icons. The Nomad wagon, Sport Coupe, and convertible lead the market.

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Second Generation (Tri-Five) Chevrolet Bel Air

1955–1957 · 2-Door Hardtop (Sport Coupe) / Convertible / Nomad Wagon / Sedan

The Tri-Five Bel Air is one of the most collectible American cars ever built. The 1955 cars introduced the legendary small-block V8, 1956 refined the look, and the 1957 cars, with their tailfins and optional fuel-injected 283, are the icons. The Nomad wagon, Sport Coupe, and convertible lead the market.

Key Engines

Inline-6 235 cu in · 123-140 hp
Small-block V8 (1955-56) 265 cu in · 162-225 hp
Small-block V8 (1957) 283 cu in · 185-283 (fuel-injected) hp

Notable Trims

Sport Coupe Nomad Convertible Fuelie

What to look for on a 1955–1957 Bel Air

  • Rust in floors, trunk, rockers, lower quarters, and cowl
  • Body-mount and X-frame (1957) corrosion
  • Fuel-injection completeness and originality on Fuelie cars
  • Numbers verification — many V8 swaps and tribute builds
  • Reproduction panels common; original sheetmetal affects value

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