Vehicle Description
Chevrolet has long been considered a 'working man's brand'. The
interesting thing is, despite those humble origins, Chevy
consistently peddles enough content-laden trucks to also be
considered one of the best-selling luxury marques in the world. No
doubt, a big part of the firm's upscale appeal comes from the
Corvette. From 1950s optimism to 21st century moxie, the Chevrolet
Corvette has always represented everything aspirational about the
automotive experience. Of course, another part of that appeal is
the franchise's long history of creating many of the world's most
iconic vehicles. And that unique axiom is exactly where you'll find
this stellar Bel Air drop-top: self-assuredly rumbling at the
crossroads of Chevrolet's timeless style and Team Corvette's
world-class athleticism. Timeless, of course, because it's a 1957
Bel Air that's been lovingly massaged through a detailed, ground-up
restoration. And a world-class stoplight slayer because, during
that restoration, it was fitted with 6.2 liters of fiery Corvette
small block! Ready to see why the bowtie brand is affectionately
called USA-1?
AMERICANA RESTORED
The product of a detailed, ground-up restoration, this bold Bel Air
resto-mod does an excellent job of wrapping vintage style around
modern technology. An all-American cherry that was ripe for
customization, the car was subjected to a systematic, high-dollar
build that began with all its panels being stripped and
straightened. After that thorough massage, those surfaces were
carefully layered in bright red two-stage paint. Every inch of that
dynamic pigment was lovingly buffed to near perfection. And this
sweet Chevy stormed the scene as a lights-out custom that mixes
classic good looks with world-beating performance!
Rolling proof that more doesn't necessarily mean better, this
drop-top continuously turns heads by simply doing what it does
best: being one of the finest collectibles on the planet. No heavy
add-ons or overwrought fabrication, just great proportions and
tasteful aesthetics. Up front, a monochromatic, one-piece bumper
traces an official Bel Air grille, amber parking lamps and
traditional halogen headlights. At the top of that grille, a
Chevrolet-branded hood floats ornate Speer Bullet Spoons in front
of stainless-trimmed glass that's traced in vivid cloth and cleared
by polished blades. At the base of that glass, factory door handles
join factory mirrors to shade epic Bel Air Speed Spears, requisite
Bel Air louvers and crisp rocker guards. Traditional Bel Air
cross-flags and era-correct Bel Air "Fuel Injection" scripts let
stoplight stans know this little red Chevy packs a little something
extra. And at the back of the car, a guarded bumper chases tilted
antennas, bright LED taillights and a Chevrolet-branded
decklid.
AMERICANA REDEFINED
Pop this classic's stylish hood and you'll find 6.2 liters of
modern Corvette small block that, like the car's restoration, is
fresh and ready to roll! One of the most well-rounded V8s GM has
ever offered, the generation IV LS3 utilizes aluminum construction,
L92-style heads and a hot hydraulic roller cam to mix miles of
thrills with years of reliable cruising. And, churning stout 10.7
to 1 compression into an easy 430 horsepower and 425 lb./ft. of
torque, the smooth-revving mill is certainly no slouch in the
performance department! Front and center, a reusable filter cone
caps a polished Spectre air tube. Billet serpentine components spin
a factory water pump between a chrome alternator and a chrome AC
compressor. A polished radiator support strings a polished
Performance Rod & Custom radiator between a polished expansion tank
and quick electric puller fans. A proven Wilwood master cylinder
works well with a chromed booster. Sleeved plug wires join coated
shorty headers and a liquid-filled fuel pressure gauge to detail an
otherwise purpose-built performer. And everything rides in a clean,
body-matched engine bay that's finished with billet hood supports
and trick, Bel Air-themed fuel rail covers.
ATHLETICISM CONFIRMED
Park this custom on a lift and you'll find a spotless undercarriage
that's prepped, primed and ready to roar. The solid small block
spins power through a tough 4L60E 4-speed automatic. That proven
driveline is an integral part of a full Hardcore chassis that, in
addition to being fully boxed and custom braced, has been lovingly
finished to contrast the car's show-worthy floors. That chassis
gets shoved by a 4-link rear-clip, which seats tubular control arms
inside modern coil-over-shocks. That clip gets led by an
independent front-half, which cages power rack-and-pinion steering
amid more tubular control arms and more modern coil-overs. Quick
stops are a cinch thanks to bright Wilwood calipers, which utilize
6-pistons up front and 4-pistons out back to squeeze drilled and
slotted rotors. A stainless exhaust system routes spent gases
through polished Magnaflow mufflers. And at the corners, chrome
Ridler 695s throw torque through 245/45R18 Ohtsu FP7000s and
255/45R18 Ohtsu FP7000s.
ARTISTRY CONFIRMED
Open the doors and you'll find a one-off cockpit that takes plenty
of aesthetic cues from custom car culture. Top dead center, a
body-matched dash props clean Classic Instruments telemetry on
mirrored billet trim. Plush seats, manifesting as buckets for all
the car's passengers, wear tight, two-tone leather. Between those
passengers, a custom, full-length console features a polished
E-brake, hidden cupholders and toggles for both this Chevy's power
top and power windows. Cruisability is greatly enhanced by cool air
conditioning and modern, direct-fit audio. Atmosphere is greatly
enhanced by trick LED accent lighting. Crisp California Carpet
bridges the gap between billet-trimmed side panels and a
custom-upholstered trunk. And the driver spins a polished and
half-wrapped wheel around a polished, tilting column.
Owning a lights-out classic is cool. Owning a lights-out classic
that's been tastefully customized is something few are lucky enough
to experience. Owning a tastefully customized, lights-out classic
that's propelled by one of the best powerplants ever created is the
stuff most gearheads dream about. Don't miss your chance to enjoy
this incredible Bel Air!
HIGHLIGHTS
Stunning Bel Air resto-mod that's the product of a detailed,
ground-up restoration
6.2 liter GM LS3 V8 with 430 horsepower
GM 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission
Modern air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Wilwood 4-wheel power disc brakes
Full Custom Chassis from Hardcore Chassis
Custom leather interior with modern audio and LED accent
lighting
Power windows and a cloth, power-operated top
18-inch Ridler 695 aluminum wheels
Stainless Steel Magnaflow exhaust
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
