Vehicle Description
This 1957 Plymouth Belvedere Convertible is a beautifully restored,
Mopar convertible that is ready to become your nexts 50s cruiser.
In 1954, Plymouth shifted the Belvedere nameplate from a mere
pillarless hardtop body style and introduced the Belvedere now as
its own separate model. For the better part of the rest of the
decade, the Belvedere was the highest trimmed model for the
Chrysler marque and was a status symbol for the Plymouth faithful.
In 1957, like all of the cars in Plymouth's lineup, the Belvedere
was completely redesigned with an all new, modernized style. The
entire front end had a whole new look, including a brand new
aluminum grille, a new curvy bumper design, and a quad front
lighting setup. The side silhuoutte was also completely reworked
with a more refined trim running from nose to tail, and perhaps
most notably and similar to nearly every automaker in 1957, the
addition of much larger tailfins in the rear. The rear end
treatment saw a completely new style that featured a new-look
bumper and a much larger and new-look taillight design that
completed the brand new '57 Belvedere. The interiors were also
redesigned with a similar inclination towards a more modern looking
style. The instrument clusters were adorned with gorgeous trim,
looking like they came out of either a racecar or airplane of the
day. The steering wheel also featured a gorgeous space-age look as
well. Plymouth's 1957 redesign greatly assisted the Mopar marque in
achieving massive sales success and reclaimed its position as
America's third-largest automobile producer. While Plymouth sold
thousands of cars in 1957, a mere 9,866 Belvedere Convertibles were
produced which makes this particular example quite a rare piece of
automotive history. Powering this '57 Belvedere Convertible is a
299.6 Cubic Inch "301" V8 fed by a single 2 barrel carburetor that
together were said to have created 215 horsepower when new. Exhaust
exits this Plymouth's V8 powerplant via a dual exhaust setup that
generates a wonderful throaty sound out the rear. The "301" V8 is
backed by a PowerFlite Automatic Transmission that is shifted into
gear via the futuristic Push-Button Shifter. Riding on a set of
wide whitewall bias-ply tires mounted on steel wheels and accented
with full chrome chrome wheelcovers, this 1957 Plymouth Convertible
has a fantastic look whether cruising down the road or parked at
the local car show or ice cream parlor. Mounted atop the front
fender is a driver's side chrome outside mirror that is a great
help when trying to squeeze into a tight parking space. The black
vinyl power convertible top in in terrific shape and it goes up and
down with the simple flick of a switch. When in its down position
the black convertible top tucks neatly below a black vinyl
convertible boot as well. The body of this 1957 Belvedere has been
refinished in a beautiful Sand Dune White paint that completes the
exterior look of this gorgeous Plymouth. The interior of this 1957
Plymouth Belvedere Convertible is absolutely stunning! The front
and rear bench seats have been reupholstered in white vinyl with
black patterned cloth inserts. The black, white, and gold
upholstered door panels, black carpeting, black painted dash, and
black and white steering wheel are all in wonderful condition as
well and appear to retain a nice stock appearance. The instrument
cluster is outfitted with a 120 MPH speedometer, temperature gauge,
and fuel gauge, along with indicator lights for oil pressure, amps,
and the turn signals. The dash is completed with a defroster and
defroster controls, a center-mounted rearview mirror, locking
glovebox, and push-button AM radio. Whether you're buying your very
first classic car or you're adding to an existing collection of
Mopar convertibles, this 1957 Plymouth Belvedere Convertible would
make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at
763-428-7337!
*299.6 Cu. In. "301" V8
*Single 2 Barrel Carburetor
*Push-Button PowerFlite Automatic Transmission
*215 Horsepower
*Wide Whitewall Tires w/ Full Wheelcovers
*1 of 9,866 Produced
*Sand Dune White Exterior
*White Vinyl Bench Seats w/ Black Cloth Inserts
*Black Vinyl Power Convertible Top
*Push Button AM Radio
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 1,758 Miles
