1965 Belvedere I

[Viper2005]

The ‘65 Belvedere I is so close to being back on the road. Last time it was registered was 1997
Started life as a 6 cyl 3 speed on the column. Now has a ‘65 426 street Wedge / 4 speed, that’s going to be a Max Wedge tribute.
“ I know that didn’t make one in ‘65”
I am leaving the body alone with its 60 years of dings dents and scratches.

 

[PRND21]

Sweet looking 65, great shape for a 60 year old car. Mine was in similar shape when I got it, but the paint had been already been stripped. What gears do you have in it? Have fun!

 

[Johnny Rocket]

looks tuff standing there, cant wait to hear a running video

 

[Darter6]

NICE !

 

[BeepBeepRR]

That car looks like your "Bad Guy" car in many 60s movies. Also I see you have it protected by a squadron of planes.

 

[VANDAN]

Great Car !!! What year transmission did you use on it, and any fitment problems ?

 

[stage3]

I am leaving the body alone with its 60 years of dings dents and scratches.

yep, same here patina cars ! same color also.

 

[tirefryin-Bob]

Very nice. Love early B-bodies....
I have a '66 Satellite that hasn't been on the road since 2004, and time still flying by.

 

[Hosehead]

This car is amazing. It looks so good just as it is and I love how you're doing the build. I'll be following as I was lucky enough to purchase a 65 bel 1 project a couple of weeks ago. I have to wait a couple more weeks for my buddy to bring it to me from California. Trying my best to be patient but its tough. lol.
Nice car you have there.

 

[Viper2005]

Great Car !!! What year transmission did you use on it, and any fitment problems ?

We went with a ‘65 4 speed. Wanted to keep the bolt on driveshaft.

 

[VANDAN]

We went with a ‘65 4 speed. Wanted to keep the bolt on driveshaft.

They're tough to find. I've been looking for something for my '65. I've started looking at 5 speeds, for some better mileage. Thanks for the response.