The Tri-Five Chevy is arguably one of the most collectible cars around. They look good, run well, and parts are easier to obtain when compared to Mopars and Fords of the same vintage. The demand for aftermarket parts is so great that the industry is thriving and it sometimes costs less to restore a Tri-Five Chevy than any other make or model of the same vintage.

Take a look at this classic built 1955 Chevrolet put together by Joe Clotfelter of Poulsbo, Washington. Joe has had this car for twenty years and although it looked pretty close to this when he bought it, he redid everything to build it up to his standards. In addition to this 1955 Chevy, Joe also has a ’57 Chevy that he is building, you can take a look at that project here. When we talked to Joe, he modestly told us that this is “just an old ’55 Chevy.” We disagree, it is much more.

This car is powered by a classic Chevy powerplant: the small-block 327 cubic-inch engine fueled by a Holley 650cfm carburetor. Linked up to the 327 cubes of Chevrolet power under the hood of this ’55 Chevy is a 4-speed manual transmission and a 3.50:1 geared Ford 9-inch rearend.

Joe also customized the outside of this car with what he described as “old school” modifications. He used the taillights out of a ’55 Buick, a vented hood, and a smoothed front bumper. He did keep it very old school, but upgraded halogen style headlights for better visibility at night.

The interior of this car is all Ciadella material and all Ciadella craftsmanship. Joe had nothing but positive words for the interior company out of Tempe, Arizona. “I’m really happy with the quality and the look,” Joe told us. For a touch of custom inside, Joe also added the steering wheel out of a 1959 Impala, a wonder-bar radio, and a tachometer.

If you want your car or truck to be a part of our Street Feature series, all you have to do is shoot us an email and tell us about your ride and we will make it happen.