This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air four-door sedan was acquired in 2020 by the seller, who subsequently commissioned a refurbishment that involved a repaint in two-tone green and rebuilds of the 265ci V8 and Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission. The interior has been re-trimmed in turquoise vinyl and fabric upholstery and fitted with a RetroSound digital stereo with Bluetooth capability. Additional work is said to have included of overhauling the brakes and suspension, replacing the wiring harness, and installing a dual exhaust system. This Bel Air sedan is now offered with manufacturer’s literature, records from current ownership, and an Arizona title in the seller’s name.
The car was finished from the factory in two-tone Sherwood Green and Pinecrest Green (702D) and was repainted as part of the aforementioned refurbishment. The body mounts, weatherstripping, and glass are said to have been replaced and the brightwork was refinished at that time.
Turquoise-finished 15” steel wheels wear bright covers and are mounted with whitewall tires that were installed under current ownership. A matching spare is stored in the trunk. The seller states that the suspension was refreshed and the brake system was overhauled with a replacement master cylinder, drums, shoes, lines, and wheel cylinders.
The cabin was reupholstered by George Fimbres Custom Interiors of Peoria, Arizona, in turquoise vinyl and fabric trim sourced from Ciadella Interiors of Tempe, Arizona. According to the seller, an undercoating was applied to the floors prior to the fitment of replacement green carpets and mats. A RetroSound stereo with Bluetooth connectivity was installed and the window winding mechanisms were reportedly replaced as part of the interior work. The clock is inoperative.
A green three-spoke steering wheel with a bright horn ring frames a replacement 110-mph speedometer with readouts for coolant temperature and fuel level. The five-digit odometer shows 17 miles, and total mileage is unknown.
The 265ci V8 was reportedly bored 0.030” over and the 283 Power Pack cylinder heads were refurbished as part of the aforementioned engine rebuild. Additional work is said to have included the installation of hardened valve seats, chromoly piston rings, cast pistons, and a replacement wiring harness, valve springs, and rocker arms. Two spare cylinder heads are included in the sale.
The Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission was rebuilt in February 2022 by Frank’s Automatic Transmission of Phoenix, Arizona. The differential has reportedly been fitted with replacement bearings and seals. The car is equipped with a dual exhaust system. The seller notes that a protective undercoating has been applied to the underbody.
The Fisher body tag shown above decodes as follows:
- Style No. 56–10190 – 1956 Bel Air four-door sedan
- Body No. J 5508 – Janesville, Wisconsin assembly plant sequence number
- Trim No. 574 – Green cloth and vinyl upholstery
- Paint No. 702D – Sherwood Green and Pinecrest Green paint
The current Arizona title carries a “Not Actual Mileage” notation.
