Vehicle Description
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop is truly one of those
no-compromises old cars. It's one of the most popular cars ever
built and retains its awesome original look, stock 283 V8, and
factory suspension setup, so it drives and feels like a '57 should,
not some modern hybrid. But it's also been upgraded with a few
things that make motoring more pleasant if you're the kind of guy
who hits the road on a moment's notice.
Matador Red and India Ivory are the archetypal '57 Chevy colors,
and for good reason. It's a high-profile car no matter what color
you paint it, but the bright red only emphasizes the look. Good
straight bodywork is mandatory on a car of this caliber, so
spending the extra time and money to get it right has paid off
here. The restoration was finished just over 1800 miles ago, so it
still carries a great shine that will sparkle at shows and makes
other cars look downright shabby in comparison. All the standard
Bel Air glitz is there, including the anodized panels, polished
stainless strips along the tops of the fins, and the brightly
chromed bumpers that look great. Accessories include twin
deck-mounted antennas and fender skirts, giving it a pure 1950s
look that everyone loves. And for easy driving, you'll find twin
exterior rear-view mirrors for safety and the gold anodized badging
reminds onlookers that there's a 283 cubic inch V8 under the
hood.
Few interiors in cars at any price point in 1957 looked better than
Chevy's two-tone cloth and vinyl setup. Particularly dramatic in
black and red, it paints a bright picture in an already very
colorful car. Everything has been expertly restored to stock
condition, including the steering wheel and horn ring, instruments,
and of course all the soft parts. The carpets are protected by
slick red floor mats with Chevrolet emblems on their faces, and the
original radio still lives in the dash so it looks right. There's
also an under-dash accessory tissue dispenser that was popular when
these cars were new and seat belts were retrofitted for safety.
With a correct mat and a full-sized spare tire and wheel assembly,
the trunk is finished properly as well.
The 283 cubic inch V8 still makes all the right 1957 sounds and has
that unmistakable small block growl, thanks to a rebuild to factory
specs. It's a Power-Pac car that features a 4-barrel carburetor and
dual exhaust for a bit more horsepower, and for the most part they
kept it pretty much the way the factory intended. Chevy Orange
paint, Chevrolet script valve covers, and a factory generator all
make it look like it's 1957 all over again. In fact, the only
notable deviation from stock is the addition of front disc brakes
and a modern power master cylinder, but you can't argue with a guy
for choosing safety over looks. The PowerGlide 2-speed automatic
transmission makes this is an easy car to drive, and it, too, was
fully rebuilt and works like new. The underside is highly detailed
with red oxide primer on the floors, satin black frame and
suspension components, and a fresh stainless steel exhaust system
that gives it a nice V8 burble. There's also a new gas tank out
back and fresh 205/75/14 whitewall radials to reinforce the period
look with modern performance.
Smartly restored and incredibly well finished, this is the '57
you've been hoping to find, combining all the things that make '57
Chevys so popular, with impressive presentation. Call now!