Vehicle Description
Very Rare Dual quad engine 1957 Chevrolet Belair Convertible! Frame
off restored this beautiful car was finished from the factory in
Matador Red (802), the car was reportedly repainted under previous
ownership. Exterior details include a power-operated white
convertible top with a zip-down rear window as well as a
Continental spare tire kit, bright trim, gold-finished Bel Air
badges, hooded headlights, twin wind splits, styled tailfins, and
rear fender skirts. Red 14" wheels wear spinner-style full covers
and are mounted with Goodyear wide-whitewall tires. The car is
equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by drums at
all four corners. A brake system service in January 2023 included
replacing the front wheel cylinders and rebuilding the front brake
spindles and drums. The front wheel bearings were adjusted at this
time, and the power steering control valve was replaced.The cabin
features front and rear bench seats trimmed in red vinyl with
silver inserts as well as color-coordinated door panels and black
carpeting. Bright trim accents a red-painted metal dashboard, and
additional appointments include a clock, a locking glovebox, and a
push-button AM radio.The two-spoke steering wheel features a chrome
horn ring and frames a 120-mph speedometer flanked by gauges for
coolant temperature and fuel level. The five-digit odometer shows
276 miles, approximately 150 of which have been added under current
ownership. Total mileage is unknown. The 283ci V8 features dual
four-barrel carburetors as well as "batwing" air cleaners and a
dual exhaust system. Work at Classic Performance Restorations of
Gilbert, Arizona, in preparation for the sale included rebuilding
the carburetors, resealing the engine, and replacing the water
pump, radiator, and fluids. Invoices for work reportedly performed
since December 2022 totaling approximately $17k.Power is sent to
the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. The
transmission was serviced with replacement fluid and seals in
January 2023. The engine stamping shown in the gallery bears the
suffix stamp EB, indicating a 283ci V8 equipped with dual
four-barrel carburetors and a high-lift camshaft. The Fisher body
tag affixed to the firewall decodes as follows: Style 57 - 1957
model year 1067 - Bel Air two-door convertible Body Number L -
Lansing, Michigan assembly Trim 683 - Red and silver upholstery
Paint 802 - Matador Red paint
