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1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

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1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

This 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door sedan was refurbished during the 1990s and spent time in Tennessee before it was acquired by the selling dealer in April 2021. The car is finished in turquoise with a white roof over a green vinyl interior and is powered by a 235ci inline-six paired with a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes chrome bumpers and trim, dual side mirrors, vent windows, and a heater/defroster. This first-generation Bel Air is now offered by the selling dealer in Florida with manufacturer’s literature, a binder of refurbishment photos, and a clean Tennessee title.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

The refurbishment included repair of the quarter panels and rocker panels in addition to a repaint in turquoise. The car features a white roof with matching quarter-panel spear trim moldings as well as chrome bumpers with overriders, dual chrome side mirrors, a hood ornament, and rear fender skirts.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

Body-color 15″ steel wheels wear polished covers and are mounted with older 7.10-15 Firestone whitewall tires. The selling dealer states that the brake pedal assembly is loose and that the car pulls to the left under braking.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

The cabin features two rows of bench seats upholstered in green vinyl with patterned cloth inserts along with matching door panels and carpets. Equipment includes vent windows, a heater/defroster, and a lockable glovebox. Delamination is visible on the edges of the glass.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

The two-spoke steering wheel features a full chrome horn ring and frames a 110-mph speedometer, an analog clock, and gauges for engine temperature, battery charge, and oil pressure. The fuel-level gauge does not work, and the five-digit odometer shows 78k miles. Total mileage is unknown.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

The 235ci inline-six is fed by a single carburetor and was factory rated at 115 horsepower. The car is equipped with a six-volt electrical system, and the selling dealer notes that the radiator has been re-cored.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Corrosion is visible underneath, and additional underside photos are presented in the gallery below.

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

The Fisher body tag provides the following information:

  • Style 54-1011WD – 1954 Bel Air two-door sedan
  • Body 8358 – Fisher body number
  • Trim 311 – Dark green pattern cloth and light green imitation leather
  • Paint 555 – India Ivory over Surf Green

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

Three trophies, manufacturer’s literature, a binder of refurbishment photos are included in the sale.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $15,500 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended November 23, 2021 at 2:38PM PT
Bids 20
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BaT Essentials

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Listing Details
  • Chassis: C54N053303
  • 78k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 235ci Inline-Six
  • Three-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Turquoise Paint w/White Roof
  • Green Vinyl Upholstery
  • 15" Body-Color Steel Wheels
  • Chrome Bumpers & Trim
  • Dual Side Mirrors
  • Vent Windows
  • Heater/Defroster
  • Binder Of Refurbishment Photos
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0
Lot #60208