Vehicle Description
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop is already finished just the
way you'd want it. Fantastic colors, fully sorted mechanicals, lots
of upgrades including a 454 big block, a 5-speed, and A/C, and just
enough attitude to let folks know the '50s are over. Yes, this is
the one you've been waiting for.
Tuxedo Black with a leather interior will look great forever, and
it neatly straddles the original 1950s look with a few modern
touches to make it relevant today. Obviously showing off some
pretty amazing bodywork, the car is wonderfully finished with a
spectacular shine to the paint, which asks for nothing more than a
fresh coat of wax to be ready to cruise. Few cars wear black better
than the '57 Chevy, and they didn't waste time with a white roof,
because this car is designed to be nasty and nothing works better
than black when you're going for intimidation. Great gaps,
beautifully finished panels that reflect like mirrors, and
tight-fitting trim all offer proof that a lot of time and money
went into this car. The trim is all shiny and bright, including the
traditional Bel Air panels on the quarters, and a few gold-anodized
pieces retain the original designers' vision while offering a bit
more contrast to the overall look. You know how '57 Chevys are
supposed to look, and this hardtop totally nails it.
Stuffing a modern leather interior in this hardtop creates a
fantastic place to spend some time. Everything was new at the time
of the restoration: power leather bucket seats out of a late-model
Ford, custom door panels, carpets, and even the headliner, and it
would be easy to forget that you're in a 60-year-old car. A custom
billet steering wheel wears a leather rim and a center section
obviously designed to emulate the original, and the factory
dashboard and window garnish moldings provide vivid contrast to the
gray upholstery. The original gauges are gone, replaced by a set of
custom-fitted white-faced dials that slide neatly into the factory
housings, which is kind of a neat trick. Aftermarket A/C uses
under-dash vents for a more low-key look and it's quite effective,
and yes, there are three pedals on the floor and a 5-speed shifter
in the center, making this '57 an absolute blast to drive. Blue LED
accent lighting under the dash gives it a high-tech look that works
best at night and the trunk was finished with a nice custom gray
carpet and a full-sized spare with jack.
A thundering 454 cubic inch Chevy V8 works in this '57, and it's a
neat fit in the cavernous engine bay. Nicely detailed with bright
Chevy Orange paint, it wasn't intended to look stock, but perhaps
OEM-like in its execution, and you can tell they took their time to
get the bugs worked out. A Holley 4-barrel carburetor on a Weiand
intake manifold helps build horsepower while a new aluminum
radiator with a big electric fan keeps both the engine and the
passengers cool when the A/C is cranking. You'll also find finned
valve covers, long-tube headers, a new dual master cylinder with
front disc brakes, a big front sway bar, and a sturdy 10-bolt rear
end out back. The chassis is nicely detailed with red oxide primer
on the floors, much the way the factory might have done it, so you
don't have to worry about hitting the road in this awesome Bel Air.
Giant chrome wheels with staggered 225/40/18 front and 255/35/20
rear performance radials give it a modern stance that works really
well.
This gorgeous 1957 is traditional in every way that matters and
brings a host of upgrades with it that makes it absolutely awesome
to drive. The restoration was recently completed, and this turn-key
restomod is ready to show or go. Call today!