Hi guys, Ken from Queensland downunder. Recently sold my 69 Camaro as they`re more common than aussie musclecars over here now. Was looking for something a bit different than my normal tastes. Saw a picture online of a 53 belair hardtop for sale in Idaho and knew it was my new car. Ironically never gave a thought to 50`s chevs as I`m not a big fan of the tri-five. Loved the patina so just made the car clean and safe as I drive it to work every day. Gave it a very light rub, fixed the tiny bit of rust it had and sprayed it with a satin 2 pack clear. Replaced some of the brake system, lines and added a remote booster. Re-bushed the front end and replaced most of the suspension. First car I`ve done where I haven`t gone nuts with horsepower and customisation. It has a 400sbc and a 200r4 transmission which I serviced both and they run beautifully. Love the car and love driving rather than constantly repairing/modifying.
Yeah bud I believe they are 54 tail lights, can`t take credit for that stuff as that`s how I got it. Apparently the guy who sold it was a proper old school rodder which flows through the car with some pinstriping etc. By no means an afficianado of these early 50 chevs but am impressed with what`s been done. I`m usually a big cube, billet wheel, 1/4 mile type of guy so I`m still learning the intracies of these old girls. All I knows is what I likes
Welcome from another Aussie down under. Love the looks of these early 50's chevy's makes a change from the Tri 5 belly buttons!!!
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