First class ride! The fit and finishes are highlighted by the
colors and stance. Of course, it has everything to make it a
comfortable cruiser too.
EXTERIOR: This is the biggest reason I bought this car, the laser
straight body! Really, I fell in love with the body, the panels fit
precisely. I nerded out when the doors clicked shut just by letting
go. The Patriot Red Pearl color is gorgeous and it has a wet,
glossy finish. All the chrome, trim and weatherstrips have been
replaced. All the glass was replaced too. It was just treated to a
new a new set of Billet Specialties wheels and performance tires,
18s in front, 20s in back and extra wide.
INTERIOR: A perfect complement to the exterior: a very classy light
tan leather and Alcantara upholstery. The door panels are sculpted
real nice and have speakers integrated in them. The bucket seats
have great bolsters and recline. You will be looking at a dash
painted as slick as the body. The heater controls are updated to
electric slides, it has a retro stereo in the factory hole and the
shift indicator is updated for the overdrive. A lower panel was
fabricated for the a/c vents. A custom console was also fabricated
which gives some storage space and holds the power window switches.
The rear shelf is custom with 6x9 speakers. Down on the floor is
custom carpet and mats. Above is an Alcantara headliner. It's
beautiful and comfortable in here!
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: This has a GM crate Ram Jet 350 which was a
special motor with a fuel injection that looked right out of the
60s with modern technology. It makes 351 hp, there no reliability
like a GM crate motor! The front of it has a serpentine belt system
with polished components. It has air conditioning, a modern power
steering and power brakes. Out in front is a list of polished
components that look great. It also has a trans cooler and a power
steering color hidden behind the grill. The metal surfaces are
painted slick finishing off this beautiful compartment!
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It has been completely boxed and custom
upholstered to match the interior. Even under the trunk lid is
upholstered in Alcantara. There is light stain in the carpet
floor.
UNDERSIDE: Body off frame restored in 2010. The frame is smooth and
powder coated black. The steering and suspension were completely
rebuilt, swaybars front and back were installed. The brake system
was completely new and upgraded with disc at all four wheels, it
has a custom e-brake. The fuel tank is polished like chrome. The
exhaust has a crossover pipe and Flowmaster mufflers. Bottom of the
motor is clean, has a high torque starter and chrome flywheel
cover. The trans was upgraded with a TCI 700R-4 overdrive automatic
with an aluminum pan. The rebuilt driveshaft leads back to a new 9
inch rear with back brace and posi gears. The floors under this car
are so clean they are painted like the body.
SERVICE: We inspected this car closely and installed working
reverse lights, serviced the air conditioning, adjusted the shift
indicator, tightened steering wheel, fixed turn signals, horns, and
dash lights. We calibrated the speedometer, installed swaybar link
and replaced the rear rotors.
Yes, it is gorgeous, and you won't be able to handle the
compliments. It was really meant to be driven. The motor, trans and
rear were new for the maximum reliability. This was a meticulously
built '57!
For nearly 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have personally written the
highlights for almost every car in our collection. What I provide
is my professional opinion based on my experience with these
vehicles. However, opinions can vary, and I strongly recommend a
personal inspection to form your own view. Our sales team is always
available to answer any questions you may have. One great option is
to request a personalized walk-around video, where we can showcase
the car and share our team's insights. **Our cars are displayed
within a museum setting. If you are interested in a specific
vehicle, please schedule an appointment with a salesperson to view
it. Without an appointment, there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you decide to purchase a car, your admission will be
refunded, and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
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Ramjet injection
Air conditioning
Power steering
Power brakes
4 wheel disc
Posi rear
Leather upholstery
Power windows
Bucket seats
Console
Stereo system
