Vehicle Description
Gorgeous restoration with modern appointments hidden underneath!�
Brand new, polished�Edelbrock crate engine producing 320
horsepower, billet serpentine accessory�belt system, MSD ignition,
Keisler 4-speed overdrive transmission, power front disc brakes,
power steering, Eaton 3.55 Posi-traction rear axle, air
conditioning and more!� For an outward appearance, it would seem
all stock with spinner hubcaps, fender skirts, whitewall radial
tires, and mild accessory trim!� A gorgeous car to enjoy anywhere
you like!� Perfect summer cruiser and excellent show stopper!�
Riding on larger 14 inch tires, the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air was 2.5
inches longer and stood 1.5 inches lower than the previous year's
model. Twin rocket shaped wind splits down the hood replaced the
usual hood ornament. Modest (for the time) but still sharp, fins
finished the posterior of this car. Bel Airs were available in
seven different models, trimmed with anodized aluminum on the rear
body side panels. Under the hood, Chevy owners could choose from
the tried-and-true six, or 265cid V8, or up to half-a-dozen
variations of the enlarged 283 cubic inch engine. Bel Airs were
about options & accessories though, and Chevrolet offered a long
list. It has since been an American icon in automotive history, and
one of the most desired Chevrolets to own the world over! We are
delighted to offer this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible finished
in desired Matador Red over code correct Red & Silver interior with
matching White convertible top! This highly optioned example comes
with all the desired looks and charm of a stock Bel Air, but hides
an upgraded drivetrain underneath its original exterior! Powered by
a brand new crate Edelbrock 350ci V8 fitted with an Edelbrock
Performer RPM Series intake & carburetor (320hp/382 torque),
Keisler A41 4-speed electronic overdrive transmission, and original
rear end upgraded with Richmond 3.55 gears and Eaton limited slip
differential! Since installation, it is estimated at having just
1,000 miles on the drivetrain. Options include modern Vintage Air
conditioning, ventilated power front disc brakes, power steering,
rear fender skirts, rocker trim, tilt steering column with smaller
diameter steering wheel, dual outside mirrors, dual exhaust,
reverse lights, electric wipers, front/rear seatbelts, Custom
Autosound AM/FM/Aux in the stock location, door handle paint
guards, and so much more! This car survives out of the Winnfield,
LA since 2001 area before coming into a St. Louis collection in
2010. Showing only 70,300 miles on the odometer, the body, chassis,
and undercarriage all survive in outstanding condition due to the
southern history! The exterior paint was already refinished and
continues to look excellent along with a brand new top & boot
cover! Since 2010, it received a�newly installed drivetrain, all
four steel wheels are new and matched in color, fitted with brand
new Coker Classic radial tires, and brand new stainless steel wheel
covers with decorative spinners! Under the hood, you will see it
nicely detailed with tons of chrome and Edelbrock Endurashine
components everywhere you look! This includes brand new brake
booster, master cylinder, alternator, a/c compressor with braided
hoses, air cleaner, valve covers, power steering pump, billet belt
pulleys, and Griffin aluminum radiator and overflow! This Bel Air
convertible runs down the road superbly! The air conditioner blows
cold, the factory gauges are all functional including new clock.
The entire driveline is all brand new, and it rides the road simply
outstanding! The power steering offers effortless lane management &
parking maneuvering, and the upgraded front disc brakes offer
confident stopping power! New wiring with updated fuse block,
shocks, new front & rear sway bars, new u-joints, new wheel & axle
bearings, new fuel tank & sending unit, new exhaust with Dynomax
mufflers & chrome tips, MSD ignition, fuel pump, starter, water
pump, horns, and on & on! If you have been looking for a car that
fulfills the experience of driving a classic 1950's convertible,
but needed the extra confidence of more modern components, this car
should head straight to the top of your list! This Bel Air provides
an outstanding opportunity for the astute collector and driver
enthusiast! Restored from top to bottom, it needs nothing but a new
owner! A host of parts receipts, service records, restoration
history, owner's manual, extra keys, etc. are all included! Please
feel free to call with additional questions. Thanks for looking!
Act quickly!