For Sale: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air in Gladstone, Oregon

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Fuelie 283/283HP Matching Numbers! Presenting the "Fuelie Fury," a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop with authentic Bonneville Salt Flats pedigree and a rare level of originality. Built at the Van Nuys, California plant and sold new on July 22, 1957 by Don Steves Chevrolet in La Habra, this California car was raced at the 1958 Bonneville time trials under the name Automotive Specialties, where it recorded an impressive 135.95 MPH-a feat commemorated by its dash-mounted timing tag and accompanying period photo. Originally owned by George Miller and inherited by the current seller from his estate in 2020, this Bel Air remains remarkably well-documented and preserved. The matching-numbers 283/283 HP Fuelie V-8 engine was rebuilt by the Vrbancic Brothers of Ontario, CA, with the mechanical restoration overseen by the late Chuck Smith of Valley Center, a respected fuel injection expert. The engine retains its original block with updated pistons and features a factory fuel injection unit (no. 7014960) rebuilt by Smith. Additional highlights include a date-code correct Harrison radiator, original 905 distributor, rebuilt 3-speed manual transmission, factory air scoop, and original cut-out bracket for the opposing hood-mounted divider. It's been refinished in its original code 793 Black with a refurbished Matador Red interior, original brightwork and glass, rebuilt dash and gauges, functional clock, and a new Wonderbar radio. Recent updates include a rebuilt wiper motor and Electro Vac switch, rebuilt heater, new brakes and NOS master cylinder, updated axle bearings, and a new wiring harness. Accompanied by original documentation such as the original bill of sale from 1957, payment coupons, registration slips, owner's manual, service packet, and a handwritten letter from Mr. Miller, this Bel Air is an incredibly rare opportunity to own a piece of... Read the full description on our Website at: www.affordableclassicsinc.com, ... View all the options on our Website at: www.affordableclassicsinc.com.