1955 Chevy 210 Custom Coupe 'Yellow Rose' Truly Unique Show Car
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- Item location: Alexandria, Virginia, United States
- Make: Chevrolet
- Model: Bel Air/150/210
- SubModel: Custom Show Car
- Type: Coupe
- Trim: Custom Show Car
- Year: 1955
- Mileage: 2,400
- VIN: B55A099014
- Color: Yellow and white
- Engine size: 350 Cu In. ZZ3 performance crate engine bored .060
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Power options: Air Conditioning
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Richmond aluminum T-10 4 speed
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Tan
- Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
- Vehicle Title: Clear
Chevrolet Bel Air/150/210 1955 Description
1955 Chevy 210 Custom Coupe 'Yellow Rose' Truly Unique Show Car I am pleased to offer this one of a kind custom 1955 Chevy 210 affectionately known as "Yellow Rose". Under the hood of this beauty, is an air brushed mural showing this '55 in a unique gas station setting. This custom was built in 2001 and features the best components and craftsmanship. Body was taken off the frame and this custom was built (see pictures of the show quality underside). VIN # is B55A099014. Mileage on the odometer shows 2382 +/- (since the car was built).The car is owned by well known sportcaster James Brown (JB) from CBS Sports. He is an avid muscle car collector and has a very keen eye for great cars. His cars are shown on occasion in the Washington DC/Maryland/Virginia area and many car collectors in the area recognize his collection to be first rate. FEATURES:ENGINE: - 350 Cu In. ZZ3 performance crate engine bored .060 to 355 Cu In. - Competition Cam 280 Tappet lift/486 valve lift - 1989 Corvette aluminum cylinder heads with crane roller rockers - Pete Jackson dual idler gear drive - MSD billet distributor and MSD 6A ignition box - All internals have been balanced and blueprinted - Estimated 400HPTRANSMISSION: - Richmond aluminum T-10 4 speed - Hurst Competition plus shifter - Hays clutch and pressure plate - Lakewood bell housingRADIATOR: - Griffen aluminum with 14 inch pull fan - Polished billet aluminum overflow tankTIRES: - Front: Nitto 235/40/ZR18 on ETX billet wheels - Rear: NItto 275/35/ZR20 on ETX billet wheelsDRIVE SHAFT: - Built and balanced by Dyno Tech Engineering - 4 bolt main EXHAUST: - Polished stainless Specialties mufflers - 2 1/2 inch aluminum inlet to mufflers - 2 1/2 inch aluminum tail pipes - Polished stainless steel clampsSTREET AND PERFORMANCE: - Ceramic coated Hugger Headers - Chrome custom built billet valve covers - Chrome SBC water pump - Chrome serpentine dual idler assembly and pulleys - Chrome 90 amp 1 sire alternator - Chrome SBC dual quad intake manifold - Chrome 500 CFM Edelbrock carburetor - Chrome gear reducer mini starter - Polished aluminum oil pan - Lowered - Air ride by Ride ProSTEERING: - Quick ratio manual with Vega internal gears, attached to a late model brushed aluminum tilt column by CJ's Rods - Weld flamed chrome steering wheelFRONT END: - Polished coil over shocks with 350 lb chrome springs - Polished stainless steel tubular upper and lower control arms - Disk brake assembly - Dual master cylinder - 7 inch mini booster - Heavy duty sway barsREAR END: - Spring pocket relocater kit - F-150 Ford 9 inch narrowed housing - Moser 31 spline axle - Richmond 4:11 gear and pinion - 11 1/2 inch drum brakesWIRING: - Ron Francis wire worksINTERIOR: - Bell’s Trim & Design Custom Upholstery (Steve Bell) - Custom speedometer cluster by Custom Rod Gauges (Autometer Gauges) - Stereo: Eclipse Heal Unit w/ MTX Amplifiers - Pacific Western rain gear wipers with 2 speed intermittent - Vintage Air - PAINT AND BODY: - Creations Auto Paint (Jeff Craze) - 3 stage base coat clear coat with gold pearl added to the third coat, wet sanded and buffed three times - Very subtle ghost flames in paint - RUNNING CONDITION:Car runs very well and strong. Be sure to view the short video below to hear it run.Useful Links
* To read an article from USAtoday.com about Mr. Brown, click here
1955 Chevy Bel Air Custom "Yellow Rose" Photos 1955 Chevy 210 Custom "Yellow Rose" Dupont Registry Celebrity Car Magazine Spring 2006 Article Custom One of a Kind Interior Show Worthy Engine Bay Frame Off Restored - Show Quality Underside
In Summary
- A great custom '55 Chevy
- You couldn't build it for the asking price
- Part of the car collection of legendary sportscaster James Brown Vehicle Condition
I have personally viewed, photographed and videotaped this vehicle. It is a great custom car that can be driven or shown. Great attention to detail makes this car a real beauty and one that you'd take tremendous pride in owning.
Please note that the car is located in Franconia, VA. Owner invites any prospective buyer or buyer's representative to inspect this great Chevy. Feel free to ask any questions prior to bidding.
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