1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (Fuel Injected) in Auburn, Indiana

As America was just entering the space age, Chevrolet was bringing fast new sleek designs to the nation's motorists. For the new 1957 models, Chevrolet's Chief Engineer, Ed Cole, ordered a series of changes to update the previous models. Little things were on his "to-do" list including a more ergonomically correct dashboard that was more user friendly, and the incorporation of concealed fresh air inlets above the headlights in the new recessed headlight pods. The overall front-end treatment was designed in no small part by the talented Chuck Jordan who added touches like the enlarges rear quarter fins which added to the visual jet-stream effect of the overall design. The full-width chrome bumper could be protected by a pair of black rubber bumperettes while the wide-mouth grille allowed air to flow freely into the engine compartment. Filling this void was a stylish chrome cross bar that housed the turn signals with the placement of a beautiful Chevrolet emblem in the center. For 1957, factory sales literature presented Chevrolet cars as being "Sweet, Smooth and Sassy", customers had three levels of trim to select from, the base 150 sedans aimed at fleet buyers and those who wanted a new car on a budget, the smart, yet economical 210 series which even included a two-door hardtop, and the lavishly decorated Bel Air. While both the 210 and Bel Air models featured sweeping side spears with split branches on the rear quarters, Bel Air models were recognizable by the anodized aluminum filler panel that filled between the upper and lower spears. Also making the Bel Air a bit more upscale was the use of gold-tone plated exterior trim ornamentation. Available only in the Bel Air line was the smart new convertible of which 47,567 coupes would be produced. Under the hood was where the real magic was. While one could still order the trustworthy inline-six, V-8s were growing in popularity, and Chevy offered a half-dozen flavors one could select. Starting with the 265 cubic inches with 162 HP, most buyers were looking for the larger more potent 283s. New this year was the option of fuel injection, which made the sporty Corvettes nearly unbeatable, and could power their full-size cars with up to 283 HP. This beautiful Bel Air Convertible was produced at Chevrolet's Baltimore, Maryland assembly plant toward the end of the model year. Treated to a complete mechanical and cosmetic restoration, today it is shown with an excellent application of Matador Red which matches the 802 code on the firewall build tag. Complementing the exterior of the car are the color coordinated seats of red and silver vinyl, again matching the tag with code 683. Completing the appearance of this fabulous convertible is the white soft top that fits like a glove. Features include Wonder Bar AM radio with rear quarter fin-mounted radio antenna, heater-defroster, electric clock with a set of full wheel covers with spinners and wearing a set of Coker Classic wide whitewall P205/75R14 tires. What makes this convertible special can be found under the hood where a period-correct 283-cubic-inch V-8 engine lives with the Rochester fuel-injection system mounted to the top of the engine. This power plant is backed up by the synchromesh three-speed manual shift transmission. During our inspection, we took a good look at the stampings on the engine which read F706EK. According to our research, this shows that this is indeed a 1957 283-cid V-8 engine that was originally rated for 220 HP, which was the same engine used for the fuel injection set-up when new. During the restoration, it appears that the odometer was reset to zero miles, as today it shows just under 60 miles. During a photo shoot we were able to take this gleaming ride for a little test drive and its performance was strong and steady. While we didn't open the throttle to full power, you could tell this car wants to be on the road and would be quite comfortable at highway speeds. Approaching its 70th Anniversary, the 1957 Chevrolet remains one of the most iconic designs to have ever come out of Detroit and the good fortune to acquire a car of this stature is an opportunity not to be missed. * Recipient of a professional comprehensive restoration
* Desirably equipped with a Rochester Ramjet fuel-injection system
* Restored in its original 802 color code of Matador Red over an eye-catching silver-red vinyl interior
* Equipped with a Wonder Bar radio, dash-mounted clock, heater, and power convertible top
* One of the most celebrated and recognizable American cars ever built

As America was just entering the space age, Chevrolet was bringing fast new sleek designs to the nation's motorists. For the new 1957 models, Chevrolet's Chief Engineer, Ed Cole, ordered a series of changes to update the previous models. Little things were on his "to-do" list including a more ergonomically correct dashboard that was more user friendly, and the incorporation of concealed fresh air inlets above the headlights in the new recessed headlight pods. The overall front-end treatment was designed in no small part by the talented Chuck Jordan who added touches like the enlarges rear quarter fins which added to the visual jet-stream effect of the overall design. The full-width chrome bumper could be protected by a pair of black rubber bumperettes while the wide-mouth grille allowed air to flow freely into the engine compartment. Filling this void was a stylish chrome cross bar that housed the turn signals with the placement of a beautiful Chevrolet emblem in the center.

For 1957, factory sales literature presented Chevrolet cars as being "Sweet, Smooth and Sassy", customers had three levels of trim to select from, the base 150 sedans aimed at fleet buyers and those who wanted a new car on a budget, the smart, yet economical 210 series which even included a two-door hardtop, and the lavishly decorated Bel Air. While both the 210 and Bel Air models featured sweeping side spears with split branches on the rear quarters, Bel Air models were recognizable by the anodized aluminum filler panel that filled between the upper and lower spears. Also making the Bel Air a bit more upscale was the use of gold-tone plated exterior trim ornamentation. Available only in the Bel Air line was the smart new convertible of which 47,567 coupes would be produced. Under the hood was where the real magic was. While one could still order the trustworthy inline-six, V-8s were growing in popularity, and Chevy offered a half-dozen flavors one could select. Starting with the 265 cubic inches with 162 HP, most buyers were looking for the larger more potent 283s. New this year was the option of fuel injection, which made the sporty Corvettes nearly unbeatable, and could power their full-size cars with up to 283 HP.

This beautiful Bel Air Convertible was produced at Chevrolet's Baltimore, Maryland assembly plant toward the end of the model year. Treated to a complete mechanical and cosmetic restoration, today it is shown with an excellent application of Matador Red which matches the 802 code on the firewall build tag. Complementing the exterior of the car are the color coordinated seats of red and silver vinyl, again matching the tag with code 683. Completing the appearance of this fabulous convertible is the white soft top that fits like a glove. Features include Wonder Bar AM radio with rear quarter fin-mounted radio antenna, heater-defroster, electric clock with a set of full wheel covers with spinners and wearing a set of Coker Classic wide whitewall P205/75R14 tires.

What makes this convertible special can be found under the hood where a period-correct 283-cubic-inch V-8 engine lives with the Rochester fuel-injection system mount...for more information please contact the seller.