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1955 Chevrolet Biscayne Concept Car - Biscayne Reborn

Concept Car Collector Joe Bortz Moves To Finish The Restoration Of One Of Chevy's Most Influential Design Studies

By Barry Kluczyk
  • Biscayne Concept Restoration Parallel Engine Frame
    An interesting feature of the frame-patterned after the original-is the parallel rails aft of the engine.
    Biscayne Concept Restoration Parallel Engine Frame
    An interesting feature of the frame-patterned after the original-is the parallel rails aft
  • Biscayne Concept Restoration Exhaust Frame Tunneling
    Again, like the original design, the exhaust is funneled through holes in the frame.
  • Biscayne Concept Restoration Rear Frame Design
    The rear of the frame is a straight-forward design, with high axle hoops that allows the Biscayne to set low to the ground, as a concept car should.
    Biscayne Concept Restoration Rear Frame Design
    The rear of the frame is a straight-forward design, with high axle hoops that allows the B
  • Biscayne Concept Restoration Bortz And Hopperstead
    Joe Bortz (left) and builder Kerry Hopperstead pose with the chassis and body prior to the body being fitted to the frame. Hopperstead is a longtime street rod builder, with more than 30 years of fabrication experience.
    Biscayne Concept Restoration Bortz And Hopperstead
    Joe Bortz (left) and builder Kerry Hopperstead pose with the chassis and body prior to the
  • Biscayne Concept Restoration Biscayne Low Suspension
    The rear of the frame is a straightforward design, with high axle hoops that allows the Biscayne to set low to the ground - as a concept car should.
    Biscayne Concept Restoration Biscayne Low Suspension
    The rear of the frame is a straightforward design, with high axle hoops that allows the Bi
By Barry Kluczyk
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