VIN Decoder for classic cars & trucks (1950-1980)
Decoded:
Basic
Model Year 1955
Make Chevrolet
Series Bel Air 8
Trim Level Sport Coupe
Original Base Price $1,982.00
No. Produced 189,269
Body
Body Maker Fisher
No. Doors 2
Model Number 2454
Weight 3,090lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 115 inches
Length 195.6 inches
Width 73.8 inches
Height 62.1 inches
Front Tread 58 inches
Rear Tread 58.75 inches
Engine
Type V8, Valve-in-head
Displacement 265.07 cu. in.
Cylinders 8
Bore & Stroke 3 3/4 & 3 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 8.0 to 1
Brake Horsepower 162@4400
Rated Horsepower 45
Torque 257@2200
Main Bearings 5
Valve Lifters Mechanical
Engine Numbers 01001-55 and up
Engine No. Location On boss on right side of engine to rear of distributor.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Dual downdraft
Make Rochester
Transmission
Type 3-speed manual, helical
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.94 to 1
2nd 1.68 to 1
3rd 1 to 1
Reverse 2.94 to 1
Clutch Type
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
Clutch Size 10 inches
Axle Type
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.70 to 1
Suspension
Front Independent coil springs
Rear Longitudinal leaf spring
Steering Gear
Steering Gear Semi-reversible recirculating ball
Brakes
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Front Size 11 inches
Rear Size 11 inches
Emergency Rear service brakes
Size 11 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 volt storage battery
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator Cellular
Fuel Type Regular
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Tire Size 6.7 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 16 Gallons
Oil 4 Quarts
Transmission 2 Pints
Cooling System 16 Quarts
Rear Differential 4 Pints
Classic Rating
Classic Rating Milestone Car
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. VC55a001001 and up
VIN Description Total Digits: 11 Digits 1-2: Series Digits 3-4: Model year Digits 5: Assembly plant Digits 6-11: Production number
VIN Location On plate on left front door hinge post.
Additional Information
Additional Information Number produced includes 6 and 8 cylinder models. Hydraulic valve lifters standard with Powerglide transmission.