Ford Vs Chevrolet: Five Of The Best Restomods From Each Marque

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Chevrolet Bel Air

Though the Fairlane was made to compete with the Nomad, the Bel Air is, in my mind, another of its key rivals. A hulking full-size, the Bel Air is like nothing around today. This 1955 model features a daunting cherry red and jet black paint scheme, in comparison to the more traditional red and cream, but that’s not the only surprise on this restomod. Under the hood there’s a 427 big-block marine V8, which has seen a huge amount of modifications made, including a new cam. Hooked up to the V8 is a TH400 Turbo transmission, while the stock rear end has been replaced with a Ford part. Cry heresy all you want, but this is a fine build.

The interior has been replaced with that from a 1967 Cadillac Eldorado, which is about the only thing I’m not such a big fan of. Other options found on this Chevy Bel Air include AC, an AM/FM radio, power steering, power brakes, a tilt steering wheel, and aluminum wheels. All in all, this is a superb restomod. If you’re more of a purist, then this Bel Air is probably the one for you.

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