Vehicle Description
We love classic cars not just for what they do, but also for what
they mean to us. They're rolling examples of history that can not
only transport you down the road, but to another era entirely.
Memorialized in song by artists like Eric Clapton as well as in a
long list of movies, the '57 Chevy is an inextricable part of
American culture and this 210 represents a rare chance to own an
example of that almost mythical part of Americana.
The turquoise exterior really works on this car. It provides a nice
backdrop for the extensive chrome ornamentation, ample grill and
bumpers that so distinguished the Chevys of this era. Broad swaths
of that chrome run from front to back, culminating in the elaborate
trim work fanning out to the tail end. It's a color/chrome
combination that confers a sort of "ready to be cruised" vibe and
you can easily picture this '57 occupying its exalted place on the
boulevard, being admired by pedestrians and fellow motorists alike.
Its inclined stance - enough to show it means business, but not so
much as to look unwieldy - reinforces that notion. Chrome played a
big part in the styling of this Chevy and, from the trim work to
the bumpers, it's shown off to great effect here, culminating in
the distinctive badging with the Chevy bowtie occupying the trunk
lid. From front to back, a good amount of care has been used to put
everything back together, as evidenced by the uniform gaps you'll
see from front to back. The ample proportions, the tailfins and
ESPECIALLY the distinctive rockets on the hood of this Chevy stand
as a testament to the sense of optimism of its time. Sure, we
hadn't gone to space just yet, but we were on the verge, and this
car seemed to point the way there.
Inside, the vinyl black and turquoise upholstery of the front and
rear bench seats ably mirrors the styling of the exterior. It's a
color combination that's got plenty of flash, but it's tasteful and
period-appropriate flash, and your first thoughts are likely to
center around being the driver seated inside - gripping that Grant
GT steering wheel - and not just an admirer gazing in from the
outside. It's an interior that retains its original styling,
augmented by a few well-chosen upgrades in a nod to modern
convenience and performance. The sloping, still stock 210 dash is
in good shape and the addition of aftermarket voltage and oil
pressure gauges will help you keep tabs on the vitals as you enjoy
your cruising time. The upholstery of the door panels is in good
shape and nicely matches the look of the seats. The black carpet is
unspoiled and sits nice and flush, capped off by rubber matting
that doesn't seem to have seen much in the way of foot traffic.
The drivetrain further underscores that this is a car meant to be
driven. The crate V8 is a L31 Vortec roller that sports an aluminum
intake and sits just behind an amply sized aluminum radiator to
keep things nice and cool. It's a powerplant that fires up easily
and has a nice sound to it: deep without too much lope. It's paired
to a 3-speed automatic transmission you'll operate in appropriate
classic style with the B&M shifter. The engine compartment is
tidy and well organized and has ample proportions that provide
plenty of space to really set off the look of the components. The
added power front disc brakes will make stopping easier, a nice
convenience for a fairly substantial car. This classic sits on a
set of Cragar rims, always a great choice, wrapped in blackwall
radials.
Here's a chance to own a freshly restored classic with just about
9,000 miles under its proverbial belt since being rebuilt - a
classic that's not only a big part of automotive folklore, but of
American folklore, as well. Call today!