1956 1st Generation Aldeane Bellevenue
The 1st Generation Bellevenue was introduced on 18 November 1955 for the 1956 model year. It uses a shorter wheelbase version of the Arnette’s FA-Platform. This new platform is called the MA-Platform, used in the sedan and wagon version of the Bellevenue, as well as the 1st generation Colombus later introduced in 1958. The Bellevenue served as a mid-size premium and luxury sedan and the cheapest way to own an Aldeane (before the Oaker taking that role in the early 60s). Unlike the Arnette of the 50s, the Bellevenue doesn’t have rear suicide doors and doesn’t have the badge hood ornament. But like the Arnette of the 50s, more specifically the 3rd generation, there are twin-headlights on each side, and the trapezoid grill.
Trim Levels and Engine Options
1956 Aldeane Bellevenue Institute 6 Sedan shown
1956 Aldeane Bellevenue Saphire 6 Sedan shown
1956 Aldeane Bellevenue Institute 8 Cruiser shown
NOTE
Ignore the fact that the 1st 2 Bellevenues has V8 badges but no dual exhaust. I forgot to put it, hehe… Just imagine the car without the V8 badges.
Aldeane Bellevenue 6 Sedan (the most basic): $14700. When you order a Bellevenue, take a look at the pricing list below.
Body Style
Sedan
Cruiser (+$300)
- Slightly stiffer Heavy-Duty suspension included
Trim Levels and Equipment -Institute
- 3-Speed manual with 4th gear overdrive
- 14-inch dog dish hudcaps
- Premium leather seats with woodgrain interior trim
- Premium AM radio and a high-quality single-speaker system
Saphire (+$3000)
- 2-speed auto-shift transmission
- 14-inch Saphire hudcaps
- Luxurious leather interior
- Luxury AM radio and a high-quality single-speaker system
Engine Options
Aldeane “183” Duty 6
- 116HP
- 160lb-ft of torque
- 92RON Regular Leaded Fuel
- Single barrel triple carburettor
- Single-tip exhaust
Aldeane “289” Twin 8 (+$1900)
- 171HP
- 247lb-ft of torque
- 92RON Regular Leaded Fuel
- Single barrel triple carburettor
- Dual exhaust
- Extra V8 badging on the trunk
