Though the Chevrolet Nomad was aesthetically different from the other vehicles in the lineup, it was mechanically identical and had the same optional power plants. One of those engines was the same found in the Corvette, the 283 cubic-inch V8 that had a single Rochester four-barrel carburetor and available 220 horsepower.
The Nomad was added mid-year in 1955. Its front-end design was shared with its siblings, but from the cowl back it was different. It was also the most expensive model Chevrolet offered. It carried a sticker price of $2,571 and cost $265 more than a similarly equipped Bel Air Convertible.
The Nomad had two-door styling, two-tone paint scheme, slanted B-pillar, wraparound rear window, rear fender wheel cut-outs, and straight side trim.
This vehicle has been treated to a frame-off restoration with the exterior completely repainted, the interior was reupholstered, and the engine was rebuilt. It is finished in two-toned light yellow and white exterior with a matching two-tone interior. This has many options including an automatic gearbox, power windows, power steering, the original AM Wonderbar radio, and whitewall Goodyear Custom Super Cushion tires. This vehicle has traveled a mere 7,657 miles since its restoration, before it was brought to the 2007 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction presented by RM Auctions, where it had an estimated value of $50,000 - $70,000. It was offered without reserve. As the gavel fell the lot was sold for $52,800 including buyer's premium. | |
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