The two-door Handyman body is the main attraction, with a later LT1 V8 and four-speed automatic adding a different driving proposition from an original 1957 drivetrain. This blue example also lists Vintage Air, four-wheel disc brakes and Budnik wheels.
The two-door Handyman body is the main attraction, with a later LT1 V8 and four-speed automatic adding a different driving proposition from an original 1957 drivetrain. This blue example also lists Vintage Air, four-wheel disc brakes and Budnik wheels. The 789-mile reading is presented as miles shown, not lifetime mileage. The quality and documentation of the conversion matter more than that small number.
| Data point | This car | Qualification | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last recorded asking price | $79,950 | Historical advertisement; current price and availability could not be established. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
| Vehicle identity | VB57L193654 | Match the vehicle and title. Waghoon has not independently inspected the car. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
| Mileage | 789 miles shown; lifetime mileage unverified | Seller-reported; verify history and the actual odometer. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
| Location | Sarasota, Florida | Plan inspection and transport before committing. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
| Listed specification | 350-cubic-inch LT1 V8 · 4L80E four-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive · Stock 2812806 | Seller-listed equipment; verify against the actual car. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
| Curation signals | Classic, Restomod, V8, Two door | The specific attributes behind the editorial selection. | Classic Cars of Sarasota |
These checks follow from the car’s age and advertised equipment. They are not a claim that this vehicle has a defect or that a problem affects every example. Have an independent specialist assess the actual car.
| What to inspect | Basis | What the listing establishes |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion workmanshipReview wiring protection, fuel-line routing, engine mounts, cooling fans and transmission installation against the build invoices. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | The listing specifies an LT1 and 4L80E conversion. |
| Brakes and suspensionInspect brake bias, parking-brake function, wheel clearance and the quality of the steering and suspension installation on a road test and lift. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | Four-wheel discs and Budnik wheels are advertised. |
| Body restoration and odometerInspect seams and underside repairs, compare paint thickness and establish when the odometer was installed or reset. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | 789 miles are shown; this does not establish the body’s lifetime use. |
A buyer seeking a two-door Tri-Five wagon who values an integrated restomod build and can commission a specialist inspection.
Advertised at $79,950. The 789-mile odometer reading is not represented here as verified lifetime mileage. Request the build receipts the seller references.
Waghoon has not independently verified the car’s condition, title, ownership history or seller statements. Ask for an itemized price and service records, confirm the exact vehicle is still available, and arrange an independent inspection. Use the wagon buying checklist to make that conversation specific.
Evergreen model guidance and measurement tools are separate from this listing’s dated status.
Compare the configuration, then check the individual car.