1953 Chevrolet 210
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The 50-s model Chevy-s have become quite popular in the past couple years. With their distinct rounded styling and huge engine bays they make a great platform for hotrod enthusiasts. This build was intended to make a good looking amazingly powerful Hotrod at a reasonable price which they definitely accomplished. The car was really in good shape to begin with as that was one of the main requirements when building inexpensively as body work is not fast or cheap. Taken off the frame and brought down to bare metal the doghouse was actually donated from a 54 with the taillights added in as well. The stock frame was sturdy and stout with a 4 link added out back and a mustang II style upfront the ride quality of this 53 was greatly approved. With the chassis in place the next step was to build the power plant. Starting off with a 454 block, then boring it. 060 over, total displacement increased all the way to 468 cubic inches. Topped off with a set of high flow aluminum heads this is unlike any 53 I have ever driven. Naturally you can-t just put any transmission behind that much power so the guys...