Vehicle Description
1957 Chevrolet 210 2-Door Sedan
Easily one of the most recognizable cars in the history of
automobiles, the 1957 Chevrolet is also one of the most iconic. The
wedge tail was not reserved for the upscale Bel Air model, it
appeared on the entry level One Fifty, the mid level Two Ten, and
even on Nomad station wagons. It is this indelible shape, whether
painted in the lower end version or fitted with aluminum in the Bel
Air, that most defines the 1957 Chevrolets.
For consignment, a 1957 Chevrolet 210 2 door sedan, showing 77,997
but the true miles are unknown. As our consignor states, this is an
old school '57 Chevy 210 and has a number of parts from other cars
to make it a reliable, attractive, and faster than new version of
an all time iconic ride.
Exterior
Ruby Red Metallic is a fantastic shade of dark red made even better
by the accenting on the car which includes influences from the
upmarket Bel Air, including gold colored trim pieces, the aluminum
wedge, and Bel Air in scripted name plate in place of Chevrolet.
Side body molding slopes slightly in back, brilliantly becoming the
bottom edge of the wedge and the shoulder line trim dips slightly
at the point the wedge begins below it in a subtle design cue that
is subconsciously pleasing to the eyes. Out back, pointed fins are
lined with columns of chrome, leading to crescent shaped tail
lights over a robust chrome bumper and two large chrome exhaust
tips. In profile, the curved glass front and rear become obvious,
and the sides have etched flowers. 15-inch polished American Racing
Torque Thrust wheels fit in well with the rest of the gleaming
metalwork. Some bubbling down low, a rough spot of paint at a
window's edge, and some imperfect gaps on the trunk are the only
issues with this otherwise clean and show worthy exterior.
Interior
The show continues on the inside where black and white alternate,
beginning on the door panel where the black arm rest matches the
header and carpeted kick panel. The pattern in vertical rolled and
pleated form takes place on the split bench in front and it's in
great condition and the rear bench, even better. Up front, a
steering wheel from a 1958 Impala looks right at home in front of
the equally ornate dashboard, fronted by an added tachometer on the
column. A mix of black paint, perforated aluminum, and smooth metal
surfaces grace the dashboard, along with buttons and knobs and a
more modern AM/FM/Cassette radio over a tri pack of added gauges
mounted under the dash. A Hurst shifter rises from the floor which
is covered cleanly with black loop carpet while the white headliner
is above in good condition. A rubber mat fits the large trunk which
also houses the spare and jack.
Drivetrain
Under the hood, a283 V8, bored out to 301ci according to our
consignor, wears Corvette valve covers and a Corvette intake, while
on the inside is a Duntov Cam and Power Pack heads cap things off.
Fueling the engine are a pair of rebuilt Carter 4-barrel
carburetors, all mated to a Saginaw 4-speed manual transmission
with an 11" clutch, sending power to the rear where our consignor
tells us 4.10 gears are present. Drum brakes are found on all four
corners.
Undercarriage
Some oil around, some grease around, a bit of surface rust, but
otherwise clean on this driver quality undercarriage. Dual exhaust
travels through glasspack style mufflers before exiting to the
atmosphere via big chrome tips. We note some invasive rust on
several body braces and the belly pan and it appears to have been
halted by an undercoating. Suspension consists of coil springs in
front and leaf springs with traction bars in the back.
Drive-Ability
The horsepower inspired engine comes to life with a healthy bellow
from the pipes and we move the short shifter in first position and
roll the even sized tires onto the test loop where the car provides
good power, great visibility, and a smooth, comfortable ride. We
note the horn and clock are not working, but all other functions
operate as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
They'll never be ugly. They'll never be out of style. They'll never
stop turning heads. Wedge equipped two door '57's are the top of
the Tri-Five Chevy food chain and this is a shining example, well
sorted, and attractive. Every collection should have a '57, and new
collectors should start with a '57. Snatch this ruby red one up,
before someone beats you off the line!
B57B164140
B-2100 Series
57-1957
B-Baltimore, MD Assy Plant
164140-Sequential Unit Number
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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