1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop

This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop stands among the most celebrated icons of American midcentury design. The subject of a comprehensive restoration and high-end restomod build, this Bel Air blends timeless Chevrolet styling with contemporary performance and drivability. Finished in deep Metallic Blue and Silver two-tone paint, it retains the model’s signature chrome trim and classic proportions while incorporating subtle modern enhancements, including LED tail lamps and a purposeful stance over 18” Forgeline CH3P wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich G-Force tires.

Beneath the hood lies a 6.2L LS3 crate V8, beautifully detailed and equipped with a fabricated intake manifold, twin polished intakes, custom “Bel Air” script coil covers, plus polished stainless long-tube headers and dual exhaust. Power is delivered through a SuperMatic 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission to a Strange rear end with 3.50 gears and a limited-slip differential. The car’s all-new Art Morrison chassis features polished tubular front control arms, JRi coil-over shocks at all four corners, and an independent rear suspension. Wilwood four-wheel power disc brakes and power rack-and-pinion steering further transform the Bel Air’s road manners, delivering the confidence and responsiveness expected of a modern performance car.

Inside custom light gray leather bucket seats are complemented by dark blue carpeting and a body-colored dashboard. Its quintessential aesthetic is complemented by Dakota Digital instrumentation, modern air conditioning, and a Custom Autosound AM/FM/Aux stereo. A classic Bel Air steering wheel w/tilt column and full-length center console adding integrated storage/cupholders complete the cabin. Even the trunk has been fully upholstered and color keyed. Combining iconic styling, modern engineering, and outstanding craftsmanship, this Bel Air offers the rare ability to excel both on the show field and the open road.

 

Restored to a high level under previous ownership, this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop is located with the selling dealer in Charlotte, North Carolina.

 

Sotheby's Motorsport presents this auction in partnership with the seller. This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop shows wear consistent with its age, mileage, and restored condition according to the selling dealer. Please click the “Contact Seller” button to reach out with any condition-specific questions. This car is sold where-is, as-is, and bidder is responsible for all due-diligence regarding vehicle condition.