For Sale: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air in Benson, North Carolina

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Resto-Mod

LS1 Corvette V8 • Art Morrison Chassis • Professionally Built • Investment Quality

Carolina Muscle Cars is proud to offer this exceptional 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Resto-Mod, an extraordinary blend of iconic American styling and modern performance engineering. Professionally built with premium components throughout, this stunning Bel Air combines the unmistakable appearance of Chevrolet's legendary Tri-Five with the drivability, comfort, reliability, and performance expected from today's finest custom-built automobiles.

Originally built as a desirable factory VC-code V8 Bel Air, this no-expense-spared restoration was commissioned in Florida for a retired airline pilot and transformed into an investment-quality Resto-Mod utilizing some of the industry's finest components. From its professionally engineered Art Morrison chassis to its dependable LS1 Corvette powerplant, every aspect of this build was carefully planned to create a Bel Air capable of winning awards while remaining comfortable enough to drive anywhere.

Finished in stunning Torch Red over India Ivory, the laser-straight body is complemented by exceptional chrome, beautifully polished Bel Air trim, and an aggressive stance provided by staggered Foose custom wheels. Every panel exhibits outstanding fit and finish, while the attention to detail throughout the exterior reflects the quality expected from a professionally executed build.

Power comes from a fuel-injected GM LS1 Corvette V8 producing approximately 475 horsepower, paired with a professionally built 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The result is smooth, effortless acceleration, modern reliability, and relaxed interstate cruising while retaining the unmistakable personality of one of America's greatest classics.

Supporting the drivetrain is a premium Art Morrison performance chassis, equipped with four-wheel coilover suspension, front and rear stabilizer bars, rack-and-pinion power steering, Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes, and a Ford 9-inch locking rear axle. Together, these upgrades provide exceptional ride quality, outstanding handling characteristics, and confidence-inspiring braking performance that far exceed anything available when the Bel Air originally left the factory.

Opening the hood reveals a beautifully detailed engine compartment highlighted by a color-matched firewall, Corvette engine covers, aluminum radiator, billet transmission cooler, polished intake tubing, Holley accessories, professionally routed wiring, and meticulous attention to detail throughout. The same level of craftsmanship continues underneath with a fully detailed undercarriage that showcases the quality invested in every aspect of this build.

The custom interior perfectly complements the exterior with beautifully upholstered red and black seating, matching door panels, coordinating carpeting, painted dash and steering column, classic-style steering wheel, modern instrumentation, Vintage Air climate control, Bluetooth audio concealed within a Wonderbar-style radio, and numerous thoughtful upgrades that make this Bel Air as enjoyable on long-distance tours as it is on the local show field.

Whether you're looking for an award-winning show car, a weekend cruiser, or a professionally engineered classic capable of cross-country travel, this Bel Air delivers the perfect combination of timeless styling, modern engineering, and investment-quality craftsmanship.

Financing available at very competitive rates!

Good trades are always welcomed.

Contact CMC today. Let us help you with the car of your dreams.

Carolina Muscle Cars Inc.
301 S. Wall St.
Benson, NC 27504
919-701-1070