Vehicle Description
1 of 69 Orange Exterior with Red and Silver Interior 283ci V8
Engine with 250 Horsepower 3-Speed Column-Shifted Manual
Transmission 56,165 Miles Power Steering Padded Dash Modern AM/FM
Radio The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Fuelie is widely considered to be
among the most well-known, most desirable and rare American made
collector cars in existence. This car embodies the best of the
fifties-era American automotive style. Its lines have become part
of American culture. The Bel Air was fitted with lots of chrome and
a golden grille set off with a heavy chrome bar that housed the
parking lights. The 14-inch tubeless tires gave it a stance one and
a half inches lower than previous models. Twin lance-shaped
wind-splits down either side of the hood replaced the traditional
hood ornament. The rear fins were capped in chrome and highlighted
with anodized aluminum trim panels. The fuel-filler door was hidden
in the left rear chrome fin trim, and the exhaust was routed
through the rear bumper. These small details really set the '57 Bel
Air apart. Rochester's Ramjet continuous-flow fuel injection
advertised 250 horsepower with instant and smooth power. '57 was
the first year Chevrolet offered a fuel-injected V-8 engine outside
of the Corvette line.Chevrolet built 1,499,685 Bel Airs in 1957 but
only 47,562 of those were convertibles. Of those only 69 were
equipped with fuel injection. The collector that restored this
amazing vehicle in the early 2000's took great care of it. The
older restoration still presents very well with a few very minor
issues one would expect from a vehicle that has been enjoyed and
driven. It could easily be a centerpiece for any collection, a
trophy contender at many shows, or a wonderful tour car or Sunday
driver. Poweredby the 250 horsepower variant of the 283 cubic inch
motor, this car came from the factory with onyx black paint which
was changed to the current Matador Red color during restoration.
The red and silver interior is correct for the car, according to
the trim tag. The car features a three-speed column-shifted manual
transmission and is equipped with power steering and a padded dash.
Other than the paint color, the only other obvious concession to
originality is a modern AM/FM radio installed in the uncut factory
dash.
