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1955 was a very important model year for Chevrolet, as it changed the car's stodgy image with the public, thanks to the completely new and dramatic look. During the development of the all-new 1955 Chevrolet, the styling dictum used in the studio was:

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Besides its all-new outward appearance, a revolutionary new 265-cid Chevrolet V8 powerplant was made available, and this new engine left little doubt that the new 1955 Chevrolet was one hot player. And Chevy needed a V8 powerplant to compete with rival Ford.

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Our California hot rodder always loved the classic lines and clean styling of the '55 Chevy, and when it came time for him to build one of his own, he took a few subtle liberties in deviating from stock.