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Body
Gorgeous restoration with modern appointments hidden underneath!Brand new, polishedEdelbrock crate engine producing 320horsepower, billet serpentine accessorybelt system, MSD ignition,Keisler 4-speed overdrive transmission, power front disc brakes,power steering, Eaton 3.55 Posi-traction rear axle, airconditioning and more! For an outward appearance, it would seemall stock with spinner hubcaps, fender skirts, whitewall radialtires, and mild accessory trim! A gorgeous car to enjoy anywhereyou like! Perfect summer cruiser and excellent show stopper!Riding on larger 14 inch tires, the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air was 2.5inches longer and stood 1.5 inches lower than the previous year'smodel. Twin rocket shaped wind splits down the hood replaced theusual hood ornament. Modest (for the time) but still sharp, finsfinished the posterior of this car. Bel Airs were available inseven different models, trimmed with anodized aluminum on the rearbody side panels. Under the hood, Chevy owners could choose fromthe tried-and-true six, or 265cid V8, or up to half-a-dozenvariations of the enlarged 283 cubic inch engine. Bel Airs wereabout options & accessories though, and Chevrolet offered a longlist. It has since been an American icon in automotive history, andone of the most desired Chevrolets to own the world over! We aredelighted to offer this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible finishedin desired Matador Red over code correct Red & Silver interior withmatching White convertible top! This highly optioned example comeswith all the desired looks and charm of a stock Bel Air, but hidesan upgraded drivetrain underneath its original exterior! Powered bya brand new crate Edelbrock 350ci V8 fitted with an EdelbrockPerformer RPM Series intake & carburetor (320hp/382 torque),Keisler A41 4-speed electronic overdrive transmission, and originalrear end upgraded with Richmond 3.55 gears and Eaton limited slipdifferential! Since installation, it is estimated at having just1,000 miles on the drivetrain. Options include modern Vintage Airconditioning, ventilated power front disc brakes, power steering,rear fender skirts, rocker trim, tilt steering column with smallerdiameter steering wheel, dual outside mirrors, dual exhaust,reverse lights, electric wipers, front/rear seatbelts, CustomAutosound AM/FM/Aux in the stock location, door handle paintguards, and so much more! This car survives out of the Winnfield,LA since 2001 area before coming into a St. Louis collection in2010. Showing only 70,300 miles on the odometer, the body, chassis,and undercarriage all survive in outstanding condition due to thesouthern history! The exterior paint was already refinished andcontinues to look excellent along with a brand new top & bootcover! Since 2010, it received anewly installed drivetrain, allfour steel wheels are new and matched in color, fitted with brandnew Coker Classic radial tires, and brand new stainless steel wheelcovers with decorative spinners! Under the hood, you will see itnicely detailed with tons of chrome and Edelbrock Endurashinecomponents everywhere you look! This includes brand new brakebooster, master cylinder, alternator, a/c compressor with braidedhoses, air cleaner, valve covers, power steering pump, billet beltpulleys, and Griffin aluminum radiator and overflow! This Bel Airconvertible runs down the road superbly! The air conditioner blowscold, the factory gauges are all functional including new clock.The entire driveline is all brand new, and it rides the road simplyoutstanding! The power steering offers effortless lane management &parking maneuvering, and the upgraded front disc brakes offerconfident stopping power! New wiring with updated fuse block,shocks, new front & rear sway bars, new u-joints, new wheel & axlebearings, new fuel tank & sending unit, new exhaust with Dynomaxmufflers & chrome tips, MSD ignition, fuel pump, starter, waterpump, horns, and on & on! If you have been looking for a car thatfulfills the experience of driving a classic 1950's convertible,but needed the extra confidence of more modern components, this carshould head straight to the top of your list! This Bel Air providesan outstanding opportunity for the astute collector and driverenthusiast! Restored from top to bottom, it needs nothing but a newowner! A host of parts receipts, service records, restorationhistory, owner's manual, extra keys, etc. are all included! Pleasefeel free to call with additional questions. Thanks for looking!Act quickly!
1957 Chevrolet
Bel Air Convertible
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Gorgeous restoration with modern appointments hidden underneath!Brand new, polishedEdelbrock crate engine producing 320horsepower, billet serpentine accessorybelt system, MSD ignition,Keisler 4-speed overdrive transmission, power front disc brakes,power steering, Eaton 3.55 Posi-traction rear axle, airconditioning and more! For an outward appearance, it would seemall stock with spinner hubcaps, fender skirts, whitewall radialtires, and mild accessory trim! A gorgeous car to enjoy anywhereyou like! Perfect summer cruiser and excellent show stopper!Riding on larger 14 inch tires, the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air was 2.5inches longer and stood 1.5 inches lower than the previous year'smodel. Twin rocket shaped wind splits down the hood replaced theusual hood ornament. Modest (for the time) but still sharp, finsfinished the posterior of this car. Bel Airs were available inseven different models, trimmed with anodized aluminum on the rearbody side panels. Under the hood, Chevy owners could choose fromthe tried-and-true six, or 265cid V8, or up to half-a-dozenvariations of the enlarged 283 cubic inch engine. Bel Airs wereabout options & accessories though, and Chevrolet offered a longlist. It has since been an American icon in automotive history, andone of the most desired Chevrolets to own the world over! We aredelighted to offer this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible finishedin desired Matador Red over code correct Red & Silver interior withmatching White convertible top! This highly optioned example comeswith all the desired looks and charm of a stock Bel Air, but hidesan upgraded drivetrain underneath its original exterior! Powered bya brand new crate Edelbrock 350ci V8 fitted with an EdelbrockPerformer RPM Series intake & carburetor (320hp/382 torque),Keisler A41 4-speed electronic overdrive transmission, and originalrear end upgraded with Richmond 3.55 gears and Eaton limited slipdifferential! Since installation, it is estimated at having just1,000 miles on the drivetrain. Options include modern Vintage Airconditioning, ventilated power front disc brakes, power steering,rear fender skirts, rocker trim, tilt steering column with smallerdiameter steering wheel, dual outside mirrors, dual exhaust,reverse lights, electric wipers, front/rear seatbelts, CustomAutosound AM/FM/Aux in the stock location, door handle paintguards, and so much more! This car survives out of the Winnfield,LA since 2001 area before coming into a St. Louis collection in2010. Showing only 70,300 miles on the odometer, the body, chassis,and undercarriage all survive in outstanding condition due to thesouthern history! The exterior paint was already refinished andcontinues to look excellent along with a brand new top & bootcover! Since 2010, it received anewly installed drivetrain, allfour steel wheels are new and matched in color, fitted with brandnew Coker Classic radial tires, and brand new stainless steel wheelcovers with decorative spinners! Under the hood, you will see itnicely detailed with tons of chrome and Edelbrock Endurashinecomponents everywhere you look! This includes brand new brakebooster, master cylinder, alternator, a/c compressor with braidedhoses, air cleaner, valve covers, power steering pump, billet beltpulleys, and Griffin aluminum radiator and overflow! This Bel Airconvertible runs down the road superbly! The air conditioner blowscold, the factory gauges are all functional including new clock.The entire driveline is all brand new, and it rides the road simplyoutstanding! The power steering offers effortless lane management &parking maneuvering, and the upgraded front disc brakes offerconfident stopping power! New wiring with updated fuse block,shocks, new front & rear sway bars, new u-joints, new wheel & axlebearings, new fuel tank & sending unit, new exhaust with Dynomaxmufflers & chrome tips, MSD ignition, fuel pump, starter, waterpump, horns, and on & on! If you have been looking for a car thatfulfills the experience of driving a classic 1950's convertible,but needed the extra confidence of more modern components, this carshould head straight to the top of your list! This Bel Air providesan outstanding opportunity for the astute collector and driverenthusiast! Restored from top to bottom, it needs nothing but a newowner! A host of parts receipts, service records, restorationhistory, owner's manual, extra keys, etc. are all included! Pleasefeel free to call with additional questions. Thanks for looking!Act quickly!
1957 Chevrolet
Bel Air Convertible
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