For Sale: 1957 Chevrolet Nomad in Halton Hills, Ontario

1957 Chevrolet Nomad - GM Show Car Displayed At The New York, Chicago, Detroit and LA Auto Shows

This extraordinary 1957 Chevrolet Nomad is a significant piece of General Motors history, originally displayed at the New York, Chicago, Detroit, and Los Angeles Auto Shows to promote the Nomad and the pioneering fuel-injection technology championed by legendary Chevrolet engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov. Far more than a production Nomad, this remarkable show car features an array of pre-production, prototype, and unique components, offering a rare glimpse into Chevrolet's engineering and promotional efforts during the golden age of American automotive design.
At its heart is a Corvette race-team 283/283 HP V-8 engine, equipped with an experimental Rochester fuel-injection unit, No. 102 4360, finished in polished and chromed detail. This specialized fuel-injection system is particularly significant, having also been used on the famous Corvette Super Sport displayed at the contemporary auto shows. The unit's exceptional presentation and historical importance were recognized with a Concours Gold award at the 2024 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals (MCACN), further underscoring the Nomad's remarkable provenance and preservation.
Finished in stunning Code 810D Larkspur Blue and India Ivory White two-tone paint, complemented by a Code 693 blue and black interior, the Nomad embodies the forward-looking styling and technical innovation that defined Chevrolet in 1957. Its RPO 313 close-ratio three-speed manual transmission adds to its distinctive specification, while numerous unusual details reveal the car's original role as a working auto-show exhibit. These include a unique chrome air-cleaner assembly, hand-scribed inside by the A/C Delco custom department, and a threaded stud on the rear frame designed to accommodate a ground strap connected to the convention center's external electrical supply. A dedicated switch beneath the dashboard allowed the interior lighting to operate from either an external power source or the vehicle's own battery.
Further distinguishing this example is its unusual cowl-tag prefix, ACC. CM, whose significance remains unidentified, adding another intriguing element to the car's history. Accompanied by period photographs documenting its appearances at the various auto shows, along with copies of documentation drawn from Zora Arkus-Duntov's personal records held in the GM Archives, this exceptional Nomad represents a rare opportunity to acquire an important surviving artifact from Chevrolet's experimental and promotional history.

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