Vehicle Description
An icon in American automotive design known throughout the world!
Considered the junior Cadillac to consumers, it possessed the
classic 1950's rear fins, plenty of trim to polish from front to
back, and a very handsome look overall! Chevrolet called it "Sweet,
Smooth, and Sassy!" in their advertising copy. Words that continue
to ring true today, and a perfect embodiment of young mid-Fifties
America! The Bel Air was a full-size automobile that was produced
from 1950-1981 by the Chevrolet division of General Motors and
molded well to each generation that it was produced in. With only
two door hardtop variants being produced for the first three
production years, the idea of keeping it a model changed along the
way as it became a trim level. Starting 1953, Chevrolet continued
the Bel Air name but as a unique body shape or as a premium trim
that was applied to many different body styles. This continued
until the discontinuation of the highly recognized name tag until
1975, but even then it was still produced in Canada for another six
years. This model has become one of the most recognizable models in
auto shows and continues to be one of the greats of the earlier
years of the automotive.
GR auto Gallery is pleased to offer this award winning, fully
restored 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible for the world to
consider. This car is finished in Tropical Turquoise exterior
paint, white convertible top and two tone interior. The original
drivetrain was removed and upgraded to a purpose built 327 V8 built
by chipper. Engine features Fuelie heads, aluminimum Torker intake
manifold, Holly 650CFM dual feed Carb, Big Crank - 350 - with large
journals, Accel Distributer, Torker Cam, chrome valve covers,
chrome air cleaner with filter, aluminum pulleys, etc. According to
the dyno results, the motor produces 412hp at 6500rmp. This power
is transferred to the rear wheels by an M22 Rock crusher
transmission. The front suspension and steering components all have
been refurbished with new bushings. Other highlights included disc
brakes, new master, proportioning valve, HD radiator, 17 inch retro
rims, new carpet etc. Mechanically this Bel Air is spot on and
possess excellent drivability in all traffic situation. If you are
going across town or across the country, it is time to drop the top
in this iconic tri-five Chevy.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
