Custom 1951 Chevy Styleline “Midnight Rider” blends classic hot-rod style with a 5.3L LS V8 and air-ride stance.
A 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe, nicknamed “Midnight Rider,” is turning heads with a bold mix of vintage design and modern performance upgrades. Finished in a shimmering Iridium Grey, this customized Chevy blends timeless lines with a low-slung, aggressive stance that promises both show-stopping looks and exhilarating performance.
Underneath its sleek exterior, the Styleline rides on a Fatman Fab Mustang II front suspension with Slam Specialties Regular bags, paired with a Jimenez Bros 2-link rear kit and Firestone F9000 bags. The result is a smooth, adjustable air ride system, supported by a dual Viair 444c compressor and five-gallon spun aluminum tank, delivering stability whether cruising or sitting low at a show.
Power comes from a 5.3-liter LS V8, mated to a 4L60E automatic transmission—a combination that transforms this once-humble cruiser into a legitimate street machine. A custom aluminum radiator with a 16-inch electric fan ensures the engine runs cool, even during spirited driving.
Inside, the custom touches continue with a Lokar shifter, brake, and gas pedals, an Ididit steering column, and a 1955 Peplica steering wheel—a perfect blend of retro charm and modern functionality. An American Autowire chassis harness keeps the upgraded electrical system reliable, while Newport Engineering electric wipers add a practical touch.
Visually, this Styleline has been tastefully modernized. Frenched headlights, a one-piece hood, and LED taillights give it a custom hot-rod vibe, while 18-inch Detroit Mobsteel wheels complete its street-ready stance. A relocated battery with a kill switch adds convenience and safety for the performance-minded owner.
Far from a museum piece, the 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe “Midnight Rider” is a bold statement of style, power, and individuality. It’s not just a classic car—it’s a reimagined icon built to thrill.
