Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Auctions America's Auburn Spring event,
May 11-13, 2017.
Chassis No.
VC57S260468
Estimate:
$ 65,000 - $ 75,000 US
The car being offered represents one of the most iconic American
cars of the 1950s; the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. All models are
desirable, but perhaps the most popular body style is the
convertible. Naturally, the most desirable convertible would be
powered by a V-8 with automatic transmission, power steering and
power top. To take the car to the outer limits, it would need to
have the two-carburetor setup, which this fabulous car has. The 2x4
Dual Quad setup is reported as authentic and with the correct air
cleaner. A two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission backs the
283-cid, 270-hp engine with a correct stainless steel exhaust
system.
Finished in code 802 Matador Red (as new) with a perfectly
complementary red and silver interior plus a white power-operated
top, this two four-barrel Bel Air has been frame-off restored and,
as expected has a detailed underbody, undercarriage, engine
compartment and chassis. The correct red oxide primer is also on
the underbody. The car was completely disassembled during
restoration before its careful reassembly and conditioning. The fit
and finish is reported by the owner as being "as original."
Power steering adds to the driving ease, while the Bel Air will
stand out by having fender skirts, rear deck trim and BFGoodrich
whitewall tires. E-Z Eye glass, spare tire, jack, matching top boot
and a radio complete this great and desirable Chevrolet package.
Many have dreamed of owning a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible,
especially with Dual Quads in a most beautiful color combination.
