First seen in 1958, the Brookwood station wagon formed part of Chevrolet's new line up for 1959, which the company proudly advertised as 'All New, All Over Again'.

These new 'Streamline Design' Chevrolets were larger than before and featured a new front grille, low-slung headlights, flat wing-shaped tail fins - known as 'Spread Wing' - and cat's eye tail lights, these last two features giving the '59 models a most distinctive appearance.

The Brookwood formed part of the entry-level Biscayne series and was available with either a 235.5ci (3.9-litre) six-cylinder engine or 283ci (3.9-litre) V8, with a range of higher-performance V8 power units offered as options.

There were two body styles – two- and four-door – both of which could seat six.

This '59 Brookwood was completely rebuilt from the chassis upwards in the early 2000s.

Works carried out included a chassis re-spray, bodywork repairs and the installation of a later, rebuilt 454ci (7.4-litre) V8 engine, which drives via a three...