1956 Chevrolet

Once again the family cars were split into 3 series. The One-Fifty, Two-Ten and the top of the line Bel Air. There were now a total of 19 models - 3 more than in 1955.

There was a minor restyle over the 1955 model. This included a full width grill that contained rectangular parking lamps at each end. A 4 inch longer hood now sported a large chrome V on the V8 models along with the Chevrolet emblem's on the front end and on the rear deck. While on the topic of V8s, these engines could now be offered with up to 225 horsepower. Front fenders were broader and formed an eyebrow over the headlights. The left taillight now hid the fuel filler - further improving the side lines by cleaning up the rear fender with the removal of the filler cap.

One-Fifty (150)
The most basic, and lowest priced option in the range. Now even the 150 offered some L shaped side chrome, this now enabled an option two-tone body side paint for the first time. 150s came with black rubber floor covering, a single (driver side) sun visor and fabric seat coverings (all vinyl on the Station Wagons). Small hubcaps were standard.

Overall length of the 150s was 195.6 inches except the Handyman 2 door station wagon that came in at 200.8 inches.

Model		List Price ($ dollars)		Production
Model		6 cylinder	V8	Production
1502	2 Door Sedan	1826	1968	82,384
1503	4 Door Sedan	1869	1925	51,544
1512	2 Door Utility Sedan	1734	1833	9,879
1529	Handyman, 2 Door Wagon	2171	2270	13,487

Two-Ten (210)
The chrome now swept down the rear fenders towards the bumper. More extravagant interior trim was also present as were ashtrays, cigar lighters, two-spoke steering wheel and a second sun visor. The Sport Sedan was seen for the first time. This was basically a four door hardtop with pillarless construction.

Model		List Price ($ dollars)		Production
Model		6 cylinder	V8	Production
2102	2 Door Sedan	1912	2011	205,545
2103	4 Door Sedan	1955	2054	283,125
2109	Townsman, 4 Door Wagon	2263	2362	113,656
2113	Sport Sedan, 4 Door Hardtop	2117	2216	20,021
2119	Beauville, 4 Door Wagon	2348	2447	17,988
2124	Delray, 2 Door Club Coupe	1971	2070	56,382
2129	Handyman, 2 Door Wagon	2215	2314	22,038
2154	Sport Coupe Hardtop	2063	2162	18,616

Bel Air
The side spear was doubled on the Bel Air (which also allowed a more interesting two tone paint scheme). The rear fenders now also sported a "Bel Air" name plate and crest. A much more luxury appointed interior was seen which included deep pile carpets (apart from the Beauville which had vinyl floor mats as standard), electric clocks, illuminated and lockable glove compartment and a three-spoke steering wheel.

Model		List Price ($ dollars)		Production
Model		6 cylinder	V8	Production
2402	2 Door Sedan	2025	2124	104,849
2403	4 Door Sedan	2068	2167	269,798
2413	Sport Sedan, 4 Door Hardtop	2230		103,602
2419	Beauville, 4 Door Wagon	2482	2581	13,268
2429	Nomad, 2 Door Wagon	2608	2707	7,886
2434	Convertible Coupe	2344	2443	41,268
2454	Sport Coupe Hardtop	2176	2275	128,382