| 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air |
| Both rare and highly desirable, this Bel Air Bubble Top is one of the coolest people movers on the planet! Much more impressive than when it originally rolled down GM's assembly line, this well-done coupe has been transformed into a take-no-prisoners weekender that consistently headlines cruise nights. What started as a low-mileage, rust-free, west-coast car has been refined and reimagined into the showstopper you see today. Work began with stripping the entire car and taking the body down to bare metal. Subtle modifications were made such as removal of hood and quarter panel script and smoothing of the engine compartment. While the body work was being perfected and covered in brilliant Crystal Red Metallic paint, the original trim was painstakingly straightened and replated in show worthy chrome. For 1961, the Bel Air's new body utilized squared-off design, a sweeping roofline and unique trim to distinguish itself from Chevrolet's working-class Biscayne and top tier Impala. And with its glossy paint, graceful greenhouse and super low stance, this bubbletop brings new meaning to the word 'style'. Gaze under the hood and you'll find a storied 409ci dual quad V8! Just as it should be! The big block is a pump gas torque monster that's just as comfortable cruising country roads as it is lining up at stoplights. At the top of the big mill, dual 4bbl carbs funnel fuel through Edelbrock aluminum cylinder heads equipped with full hydraulic roller valvetrain, and dressed with polished valve covers. High performance headers funnel spent gases into, true-dual exhaust pipes. Up front a beefy Madison heavy duty aluminum radiator keeps everything running cool. Like framing for a museum grade masterpiece, the engine compartment has also been finished to a show winning level. The fire wall smoothed, inner fenders smoothed and lengthened, and the body mounts redesigned for a sleek look. Park this Bel Air Bubble Top on a lift and you'll find a fully sorted display worthy undercarriage. Slick floor pans finished in satin black, give a clean back drop the revolutionary X-frame refinished in gloss black. Behind the 409, a Tremec 5-speed spins a Ford 9-inch rear end that's fitted with sporty, 3.70 gears. Under that rock-solid drivetrain, a completely modernized Scotts front suspension is equipped with power rack and pinion steering, coil over shocks and Wilwood disc brakes. The rear suspension upgraded with 4 link suspension from Global West. Highly polished 18- and 20-inch Billet Specialties wheels spin Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Open the doors and the style continues with a fully customized interior. A highly polished and padded dash hangs Dakota Digital gauges and a/c controls ahead of luxurious Chrysler 300 bucket seats covered in tan leather with accenting red stitching. Below those seats, Cognac carpet frames a custom center console and billet shifter. At the sides custom door panels mirror the custom headliner design splashing unequalled style everywhere you look. In front of the driver, a polished steering wheel spins a leather rim around a tilting steering column. And behind the passengers, a matching custom upholstered trunk is worthy of its own display. Highlights: Rare Bel Air Bubble Top body Original sheet metal, low-mileage, west-coast car Dual Quad 409 V8 Edelbrock aluminum heads and intake Dual Edelbrock 4bbl carbs Ross hydraulic roller cam and lifters Tru Trac serpentine accessory drive Engine overhauled, balanced Estimated 500hp 5-speed overdrive Tremec Transmission Hydrualic clutch Ford 9in rear axle with 3.73 Posi-Traction Power rack and pinion steering Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes Drilled and Slotted rotors front and rear Full custom interior Tan leather upholstery with red accent stitching Air conditioning Power driver's seat Custom center console Power Windows Billet aluminum steering wheel with tilt column Original trim re-chromed One piece front and rear bumpers Rear side emblems and hood script removed for cleaner look Turn signals built into headlights Custom radiator support cover Front inner fenders extended for cleaner engine bay Front body mounts covered Crystal Red Metallic exterior Updated front suspension from Scotts Updated tubular control arms front and rear Coil over shock suspension front and rear Polished Billet Specialties Monterey wheels 18- and 20-inch Michelin Pilot Sport tires Electronic parking brake Custom dual exhaust Kooks stainless steel headers Hidden electric wiper motor Battery relocated to trunk compartment All new wiring Dakota Digital gauges Touch screen stereo Documented build Multi-award winning (trophies not included) Car cover included Restored and modified in all the right ways this awesome, Bubble Top Chevy is the perfect place to ""See the U.S.A."" and steal the show at every stop. Whether your interest lies in killer cruisers, unique body styles, or show winning design, this Bel Air Bubble Top has it all! |
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