Highlights

Pro-touring restomod with a wide range of performance and chassis upgrades
Huge build spend - estimated at 55,000 EUR
GM Crate 5.7-liter V8 estimated at approximately 400 HP
RideTech computer-controlled air suspension and Baer disc brakes fitted
Brand new Currie Ford 9-inch rear axle
New brown leather interior

The Appeal

The Chevrolet Biscayne two-door sedan is an increasingly sought-after foundation for a pro-touring build. Its clean, understated body lines offer a more subtle canvas than the more commonly modified Impala or Bel Air, and when built to this level of spec, the result is a machine that blends classic American presence with modern performance and handling.

This example has been rebuilt as a high-spec restomod. Power comes from a GM Crate 5.7-liter V8 estimated at around 400 HP, fed through a Holley carburetor and breathing via aluminum AFR cylinder heads and Hedman HTC-coated exhaust manifolds. The drivetrain is completed by a TH700 4L60 four-speed automatic with overdrive, a custom driveshaft, and a brand new Currie Ford 9-inch rear axle with a 3.70:1 ratio. The chassis has received considerable attention too, with a brand new RideTech computer-controlled air suspension system featuring Strongarms, Shockwave components, twin compressors, and an aluminum air reservoir. Baer disc brakes with Hydro-Boost assistance are fitted at all four corners, and steering has been upgraded with a Global-West system and power assistance.

The exterior is finished in white, sitting on staggered US Mags 10-spoke chrome alloy wheels wrapped in Falken tires. Inside, the new brown leather interior is paired with a black floor and headliner, a green dashboard, and chrome trim. This is a well-specified build that should appeal to anyone seeking a classic American two-door with modern capability beneath its period skin.

Key Information

Mileage: 20,244 miles (indicated; the vendor states the odometer reading is not guaranteed as a previous owner installed a replacement engine)
Country of registration: Netherlands
Technical inspection status: not specified
Technical specs: 5.7-liter V8 GM Crate engine (~400 HP est.), Holley carburetor, TH700 4L60 four-speed automatic with overdrive
Paperwork: not specified
119.png 1.57 MB

The Detail

GM Crate 5.7-liter V8 engine with aluminum AFR cylinder heads and Holley carburetor
Estimated at approximately 400 HP
Composite camshaft with chromoly roller rockers
Hedman exhaust manifolds with HTC coating
Aluminum valve covers, aluminum radiator, and electric cooling fan
Optima battery and mini starter motor
TH700 4L60 four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
Custom-made driveshaft with polyurethane bearing
Brand new Currie Ford 9-inch rear axle with 3.70:1 gear ratio
Brand new RideTech computer-controlled air suspension with twin compressors and aluminum air reservoir
RideTech Strongarms and Shockwave suspension components fitted
Global-West steering system with power steering
Baer disc brakes front and rear with Hydro-Boost brake booster
Staggered US Mags 10-spoke chrome alloy wheels: front 245/40-18, rear 285/35-20
Falken tires fitted
Finished in white
New brown leather interior with black floor and headliner
Green dashboard with chrome trim
173.png 1.95 MB

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..

✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.

✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.

✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.

✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection

or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidder's responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.

✓ Unless stated otherwise, you must assume that any cherished, personalized, or heritage vehicle registration is not included in the sale of a vehicle.