1953 Chevrolets with "Deluxe" level features and trim were called Two Ten or 210 models. This designation coming from the first three digits of the numerical series code, 2100 B.
There were 5 different Two Ten models produced in 1953. A 1953 Chevy Convertible, 2 door Sport Coupe, 2 door Club Coupe, 2 door Sedan and a 4 door Sedan.
The pillarless hardtop 1953 Chevrolet Two Ten Sport Coupe was not a Bel Air and had Two Ten side trim. The 1953 Chevrolet 210 Convertible was deleted by mid year in 1953. However, 5,617 Two Ten Convertibles were produced.
The thrilling new "Two Ten" Sport Coupe, one of 16 beautiful models in 3 great new series! said one 1953 Chevrolet advertising. See how many thoughtful things Chevrolet's done to make your everyday driving easier! said another.
1953 Chevy 210 Sport Coupe
The most popular line, based on sales figures, for the 1953 Chevrolet was the "Deluxe" 210 series. The Two Ten was distinguished from the 1953 Chevy 150 and 1953 Chevy Bel Air series by a simple stainless body side trim spear and chrome rear stone guard panels mounted forward of the wheel well.
1953 Chevrolet 210 Club Coupe
1953 Chevy 210 Sport Coupe
1953 Chevrolet 210 2 Door Sedan
1953 Chevy 210 4 Door Sedan
In addition to the horizontal lower belt molding running from front to rear, external Two Ten identification consisted of stainless windshield and window molding, rocker panel molding and short spears on the rear gravel guards.
Interior trim upgrades on the 1953 Chevy 210 as compared to the 1953 Chevy 150 included dual sun visors, clock, front arm rest and ashtray. Heaters and radios were optional.
1953 Chevrolet 210 Factory Price and Production Totals
1953 Chevrolet 210 4 Door 6 passenger Sedan $1761.00 / 332,497
1953 Chevrolet 210 2 Door 6 passenger Sedan $1707.00 / 247,455
1953 Chevrolet 210 2 Door 6 passenger Club Coupe $1726.00 / 23,961
1953 Chevrolet 210 2 Door 6 passenger Sport Coupe $1967.00 / 14,045