Vehicle Description
A 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is a dream car, especially when it's in a
great color combo, has four-on-the-floor, and there's an upgraded
to a 350 V8. And just in case you were wondering, yes, this
American icon is really that affordable.
While we love all Tri-Five Chevys, we all know the '57 is king.
With the jet-inspired ornaments on the hood, wide "V" under the
Chevrolet badging, and the extra long tailfin trim, it's everything
we want in a '50s machine. Of course, it also helps to have a car
has an amazing presence thanks to the period-correct color combo
that matches the Matador Red and contrasting India Ivory of that
era. Also, when the light is just right, the brightwork comes to
life accenting the lines that give this four-door sedan the wow
factor. You already know that chrome isn't cheap, and the '57 is
literally covered in it. So one of the first things to make sure is
when shopping for one of these icons is that all the trim is as
complete and present as it is here. Plus, keen eyes will pick up on
some extra shine from the chromed Dagmars, as well as the newer
wheels that hint at this car's added performance.
Inside, you'll find one of the most striking factory color
combinations around. The red of the exterior is utilized again
inside, and now it's joined by textured black inserts on the seats
and door panels. There are crisp, clean gauges behind the highly
stylized Bel Air steering wheel. The rest of the chrome on the dash
looks great, and the upgraded AM/FM/cassette radio still looks
correct thanks to its bright knob-style appearance. The whole
presentation feels authentic, but when you spot the auxiliary gauge
trio and the Hurst shifter on the floor, you're instantly reminded
that this is hotter than anything the factory built.
The Tri-Five Chevys were the dawn of the small block, so it's
always great to see one under the hood with plenty of bright
components added. But in a car that also gives you the control of a
four-speed manual transmission, we love that the V8 has been
upgraded like this one. After all, Chevy wasn't up to the 350
cubic-inch displacement in '57, and a Quadrajet four-barrel
carburetor was still a few years away. So these upgrades not only
give you more power on the streets, but also they help contribute
to the sweet rumble of the glasspack-style dual exhaust. Add in
wider, modern tires to this package, and you've got an iconic Chevy
that gives you all the right moves.
This is a secretly rewarding classic car - everything from the
unbelievable price, to it's even believed that the mileage could be
real. So you know something this distinct, powerful, and valuable
is a deal that will be leaving us soon. Call now!