Vehicle Description
All Chevy's offerings from the mid-'50s were magical in their own
right, but maybe because the year 1957 has been immortalized so
much in song and in the movies, it seems to add just a little
something extra - even though, interestingly enough, it was
supposed to bring an entirely different design. This 1957 Chevrolet
210 Wagon is a fine representative of this pivotal final class of
Chevys. In very solid mechanical condition and sporting some
well-chosen upgrades, it would be equally suited for frequent
driving in its present form or serving as a fresh canvas for any
upgrades you might wish to add.
You don't see all that many 210s in wagon form and this one, with
its straight alignment and overall vitality, is really a welcome
sight. Its exterior was refreshed in white a while back, and it has
a slight bit of pearl texture that becomes more distinct when
exposed to the sunlight. Over the course of the restoration, a
collection of new chrome trim was added, and both the front and
back bumpers sit nice and level for a road-ready appearance. This
is a very presentable car in its current form '57s do possess that
magic, after all - and a little well-focused attention here and
there, with none of it being a major undertaking, will really take
things to a new level. Whether you decide to go that route or
simply enjoy this classic as it is, you'll be working with a solid
foundation, as the exterior alignment appears to be strong - have a
look at the way that ornate trim running the lengths of the sides
remains nice and level as it transitions from fender to door to
quarter panel, where it fans out toward the tail lights.
There's a very comfortable, suitably vintage interior waiting
inside. As you climb in, you'll encounter plushly padded bench
seating in front and back that features rich brown vinyl with cloth
accents and it looks great over the dark carpeting below. Owing to
this 210's generous proportions, there's plenty of real estate
separating the rows of seating, so your backseat passengers will
definitely ride in comfort. The aftermarket woodgrain GT Grant
steering wheel looks great on its column, while just beyond it, the
dash area is in solid shape - it sports an array of clear,
functional gauges in its instrument cluster and will just need a
little touching up here and there to be in top form. There's an
AM/FM/cassette stereo at its center to attend to your audio
needs.
You'll want to give this vintage Chevy even stronger consideration
if getting out on the asphalt with no delay is a priority. This is
a smooth running car - it fires right up and pulls strongly via a
283 cubic inch V8 that's been equipped with an Edelbrock intake
manifold and 4-barrel carb, as well as a mild street cam to amp up
its output and add a subtle, pleasing lope without causing any
vacuum disruption. Behind it is a period correct 2-speed automatic
transmission that's shifting smoothly. Power steering makes this
substantial vehicle easy to navigate, while power brakes at all
four corners - with discs up front - bring its set of 15" Rally
wheels with red spinner centers to low-effort, fade resistant
stops. Below, the undercarriage is looking solid and straight.
Whether you opt to get out on the boulevard with no delay, or take
some steps of your choosing to elevate it to a whole new level,
this 1957 Chevrolet 210 Wagon is one very enticing prospect. Call
today!