BluePrint Engines to Debut Custom Bel Air at SEMA Show
The 1,250-horsepower project build arrives at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Nov. 3.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Car Culture
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Local car enthusiasts at the SEMA Show will see a custom 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air and a 1,250-horsepower V-16 engine when BluePrint Engines debuts its new builds on Nov. 3, 2026. The display at the Las Vegas Convention Center also features a live tattoo activation.
Why it matters
The SEMA Show remains a global hub for automotive innovation that brings thousands of industry professionals to the valley for a marquee event. These custom builds showcase advancements in precision engineering and high-performance engine design.
The custom 854-cubic-inch V-16 engine achieves 1,250 horsepower, while the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air build relies on a 598-ci engine. BluePrint Engines will host its showcase at booth #23243 throughout the event.
The players
BluePrint Engines
An automotive engine manufacturer debuting custom builds and components at the 2026 SEMA Show.
Bryan Fuller
The creator of the 1,250-horsepower V-16 engine displayed at the show.
Lacey McClellan
A tattoo artist who has worked in the craft since 1996 and will perform live work at the SEMA booth.
CAL Automotive Creations
The Nebraska-based shop responsible for the Bel Air bodywork and interior refinement.
The details
BluePrint Engines will debut the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air, which features bodywork by CAL Automotive Creations and an Art Morrison chassis, on the morning of Nov. 3. The 16-cylinder engine, created by Bryan Fuller, uses custom-fabricated, 3D-printed, and billet components to combine two 427 LS engines. Attendees can visit the booth in Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center for the reveal and subsequent events.
Timeline
The 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air debuts at 12:30 p.m. PST on Nov. 3, 2026.
Lacey McClellan conducts a live tattoo activation on Nov. 6, 2026.
Beyond the Strip
This reveal follows the pattern of the SEMA Show's annual engineering showcases that highlight radical engine modifications. It marks a departure from traditional street rod builds by integrating high-performance, custom-fabricated 3D-printed components.
Attendees planning to visit the Las Vegas Convention Center should expect increased traffic near the venue throughout the event week. Those interested in the custom display can head to booth #23243 starting Nov. 3, 2026.
The takeaway
Visitors to the SEMA Show should make time to visit booth #23243 to view the engineering behind the V-16 engine and Bel Air build. Keep an eye on the event schedule for any potential changes to the live activation times.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by THE SHOP.
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