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The Chevrolet Bel Air is one of the most beloved names in American automotive history, spanning from the iconic Tri-Five era of 1955-57 through the finned excess of the late 1950s and beyond. Whether it's an all-original convertible, a wagon built for hauling in style, or a modern restomod packing serious horsepower, the Bel Air continues to captivate collectors and cruisers alike. We combed through the current Motorious listings to find 10 of the coolest Bel Airs for sale right now. Here they are, in no particular order.
No. 1 — 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 454 Restomod — $153,995
Powering out of the Milton Robison collection, this 1955 Bel Air is a no-expense-spared build wearing Gypsy Red and Shoreline Beige paint over a massive 454 V8. A Richmond 6-speed manual, Currie 9-inch rear end, and Colorado Customs billet wheels back up the aggressive stance, while the red and white interior adds air conditioning and digital gauges for real-world comfort.
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No. 2 — 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible — $151,000
Finished by Gateway Classic Cars of Tulsa in a striking red and white two-tone, this 1955 Bel Air convertible pairs its 265 cubic inch V8 and Powerglide automatic with power windows, chrome wire wheels, and a red and white vinyl interior. It's the quintessential Tri-Five cruiser, built for top-down summer drives.
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No. 3 — 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible LS3 Restomod — $143,995
With just under 6,000 miles since it was built, this Gypsy Red LS3 restomod pairs a fuel-injected 6.2-liter V8 with a 4L60E automatic, a narrowed Ford 9-inch rear end, and Wildwood four-wheel disc brakes. Polished 22-inch Intro wheels and a freshly redone tan leather interior finish off one of the most driver-focused Bel Airs on the market.
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No. 4 — 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible — $129,995
This frame-off restored 1957 Bel Air convertible wears Matador Red over a silver and red split-bench interior, with a 283 V8, Powerglide automatic, and factory air conditioning fully restored. A continental kit, dual antennas, and a Wonder Bar radio round out a car built to show and drive.
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No. 5 — 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible — $109,995
Cared for by the same owner for 34 years, this Matador Red 1957 Bel Air convertible carries a 283 cubic inch Power Pack V8 with dual exhaust, a Powerglide automatic, and a red and silver interior. Wide whitewalls, spinner wheel covers, and body-color fender skirts give it a properly upscale 1950s look.
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No. 6 — 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 454 — $95,995
Finished in Twilight Turquoise and India Ivory, this 1956 Bel Air packs a big-block 454 V8 with Holley Sniper EFI and a TH400 automatic. Four-wheel power disc brakes, adjustable front coilovers, and vintage air conditioning make it as easy to live with as it is powerful.
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No. 7 — 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad — $95,000
Finished in blue and white inside and out, this two-door Nomad wagon pairs its distinctive sloped roofline with a 265 cubic inch V8 and a 4-speed manual transmission for a more engaging, driver-focused feel than most Tri-Five wagons offer.
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No. 8 — 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible — $89,995
A recent arrival at Streetside Classics, this Matador Red 1956 Bel Air convertible carries its factory two-tone paint with pride, backed by a period-correct 265 V8, automatic transmission, and power front disc brakes for a Tri-Five that's just as happy at a cruise night as a car show.
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No. 9 — 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Wagon — $74,900
Wearing an aggressive stance and a bright Viper Red exterior, this Nomad hides a built 350 small block under the hood, bored 30 over with a mild cam, Dart heads, and headers. A Turbo 400 automatic, polished American Racing wheels, and a lowered ride height make it as much hot rod as wagon.
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No. 10 — 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air LS3 Restomod — $64,995
Finished in Gothic Gold Poly, this finned 1959 Bel Air pairs its dramatic factory styling with a 6.2-liter LS3 V8, a 4L60E automatic, and Wilwood six-piston front brakes. A saddle vinyl interior with redone bench seats and embossed door panels keeps the cabin just as charming as the exterior.
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From bone-stock Tri-Five convertibles to LS3-powered restomods, these 10 Bel Airs show just how many directions a single nameplate can go. Head over to Motorious to see the full listings and find your own piece of Chevrolet history.
