These are standard specifications for the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , 2 Automatic Powerglide , 3 Automatic Close Ratio , Turboglide , Corvette Type Powerglide
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Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Production Years for Series : | 1957 - 1958 |
Price : | $2,400-$2,900 |
Weight : | 3400 lbs | 1542.214 kg |
Engine & Transmission
Inline 6 | |
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Displacement : | 3859 cc | 235.5 cu in. | 3.9 L. |
Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
Bore : | 3.6 in | 90 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.9 in | 100 mm. |
Compression : | 8.25:1 |
Main Bearings : | 4 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor |
Turbocharged V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L. |
Power : | 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
Torque : | 275 Ft-Lbs (373 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
Bore : | 3.9 in | 99 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
Compression : | 8.5:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor |
Turbocharged V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L. |
Power : | 230 BHP (169.28 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
Torque : | 300 Ft-Lbs (407 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
Bore : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
Compression : | 9.5:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Carter Type WCFB 4-barrel carburetor |
Turbocharged V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 5703 cc | 348.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
Power : | 250 BHP (184 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
Torque : | 305 Ft-Lbs (414 NM) @ 3800 RPM |
Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
Compression : | 9.5:1 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
4-Barrel Carburetor |
Turbocharged V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 5703 cc | 348.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
Power : | 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
Torque : | 355 Ft-Lbs (481 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
Compression : | 9.5:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
3 2-barrel carburetors |
V 8 | |
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Displacement : | 4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L. |
Power : | 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 6200 RPM |
Torque : | 290 Ft-Lbs (393 NM) @ 4400 RPM |
Bore : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Direct Fuel Injection |
3 Manual , 2 Automatic Powerglide , 3 Automatic Close Ratio , Turboglide , Corvette Type Powerglide
Production Figures
Total Chevrolet Production for 1958 : | 1,142,460 |
1958 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
1700 Hardtop Sport Coupes 2 dr. 6 P : | 142,592 |
1700 Hardtop Sport Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 83,330 |
1700 Impala HardTop Sport Convertible 2 dr. 5 P : | 55,989 |
1700 Nomad Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 170,473 |
1700 Sedan 2 dr. 6 P : | 256,182 |
1700 Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 491,441 |
Nomad Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 16,590 |
Dimension(s)
1700 Sedan
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Sedan
Price : | $2,400 |
Weight : | 3465 lbs | 1571.698 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Hardtop Sport Sedan
Price : | $2,500 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Hardtop Sport Coupes
Price : | $2,500 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Impala HardTop Sport Convertible
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Price : | $2,600 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 5 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Impala Hardtop Sport Coupe
Price : | $2,590 |
Weight : | 3460 lbs | 1569.43 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 5 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
1700 Nomad Station Wagon
Price : | $2,800 |
Weight : | 3700 lbs | 1678.292 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Sedan
Price : | $2,500 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
HardTop Sport Sedan
Price : | $2,600 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Sedan
Price : | $2,500 |
Weight : | 3400 lbs | 1542.214 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
HardTop Sport Coupe
Price : | $2,600 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Impala
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Price : | $2,700 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 5 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Impala Sport Convertible
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Price : | $2,800 |
Weight : | 3500 lbs | 1587.573 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 5 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Nomad Station Wagon
Price : | $2,900 |
Weight : | 3800 lbs | 1723.651 kg |
Fuel Capacity : | 21.0 Gal |
Seating Capacity : | 6 |
Doors : | 4 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 209.1 in | 5311 mm. |
Width : | 77.7 in | 1974 mm. |
Height : | 57.4 in | 1458 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 117.5 in | 2985 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Rear Track : | 58.9 in | 1496 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 6.9 in | 175 mm. |
Handling
Suspension | |
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Full coil springs suspension |
Steering | |
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Turns lock to lock : | 5.30 |
Turning Circle : | 11.4 m | 448.857 in. | 11400.968 mm. |
Tires / Wheels | |
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Tires : | 7.50 x 14 |
1958 Averages
Avg. Household Income : | $4,600 |
Avg. Home : | $12,750 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.25 |
1958 Chevrolet Bel Air FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a wheelbase size of 117.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a length of 209.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a width of 77.70 inches.Q: How much did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air cost when new?A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air cost approximately $2,400 to $2,900 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air was offered as a 1700 Hardtop Sport Coupes, 1700 Hardtop Sport Sedan, 1700 Impala HardTop Sport Convertible, 1700 Impala Hardtop Sport Coupe, 1700 Nomad Station Wagon, 1700 Sedan, HardTop Sport Coupe, HardTop Sport Sedan, Impala, Impala Sport Convertible, Nomad Station Wagon, Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air have? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air had 7.50 x 14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1958? A: Chevrolet produced 1,142,460 automobiles in 1958.Q: What engines did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air have? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air had the following engine options: Inline 6 (3859 cc | 235.5 cu in. | 3.9 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L.) with 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 4600 RPM and 275 Ft-Lbs (373 NM) @ 2400 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L.) with 230 BHP (169.28 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 300 Ft-Lbs (407 NM) @ 3000 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (5703 cc | 348.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 250 BHP (184 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 305 Ft-Lbs (414 NM) @ 3800 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (5703 cc | 348.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 355 Ft-Lbs (481 NM) @ 3200 RPM V 8 (4638 cc | 283.0 cu in. | 4.6 L.) with 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 290 Ft-Lbs (393 NM) @ 4400 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air have? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 2 speed Automatic Powerglide, 3 speed Automatic Close Ratio, Turboglide, Corvette Type Powerglide.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a wheelbase size of 117.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a length of 209.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air has a width of 77.70 inches.Q: How much did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air cost when new?A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air cost approximately $2,400 to $2,900 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air was offered as a 1700 Hardtop Sport Coupes, 1700 Hardtop Sport Sedan, 1700 Impala HardTop Sport Convertible, 1700 Impala Hardtop Sport Coupe, 1700 Nomad Station Wagon, 1700 Sedan, HardTop Sport Coupe, HardTop Sport Sedan, Impala, Impala Sport Convertible, Nomad Station Wagon, Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air have? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air had 7.50 x 14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1958? A: Chevrolet produced 1,142,460 automobiles in 1958.Q: What engines did the 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air have? A: The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air had the following engine options: Inline 6 (3859 cc | 235.5 cu in. | 3.9 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPMChevrolet
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