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| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air |
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Price: $129,995 |
Last Updated 20 hours ago
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| Year: |
1957 |
| Make: |
Chevrolet |
| Model: |
Bel Air |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
283ci V8 |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Coronado Yellow |
| Miles: |
271 |
| Stock #: |
2985R |
| Body Style: |
SUV |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Genuine VC-VIN: Authentic 1957 Bel Air V8 Convertible.
• Rare Factory Coronado Yellow: 803 paint code which is a highly collectible, ultra-vibrant 1957 color.
• Long-Term Single Ownership: Lovingly preserved in a private North Carolina collection for over 30 years.
• Flawless Vault-Kept Body: High-tier, six-figure quality restoration featuring laser-straight metal and incredible gapping.
• Period-Correct V8: Equipped with a 283ci V8 featuring dual-quad carburetors and a 3-speed manual transmission.
• Iconic Accessories: Fitted with a continental kit, fender skirts, and classic steel wheels with hubcaps.
• Time-Capsule Mileage: Less than 300 miles logged since the restoration was finalized.
BODY OVERVIEW:
This '57 Bel Air drop-top is the absolute definition of a showroom centerpiece. Restored to an incredibly high standard for a prominent local collector in the early 1990s, the car spent the last three decades tucked away in climate-controlled storage. The sheet metal remains remarkably straight, the stainless trim is brilliant, and the overall panel alignment mirrors a fresh build. It carries the unmistakable presence of a true six-figure restoration that has been frozen in time.
PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:
While many '57s sport the common, muted Colonial Cream, this rare convertible is finished in its factory-correct, highly sought-after shade of Coronado Yellow (Paint Code 803). The paintwork is spectacular, showing a deep glass-like reflection and mirror clarity that completely defies the age of the restoration. Because the car was immediately parked and displayed post-build, typical road rash, rock chips, and scratches are virtually non-existent. It presents exactly like a car painted yesterday, radiating a bright, vivid hue that captures the true optimism of the mid-century era.
INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:
The interior features a stunning, period-correct yellow and silver vinyl (Trim code 682) split-bench layout that perfectly complements the Coronado Yellow exterior. Sitting inside this car is an absolute time-machine experience; there are no aftermarket gauges screwed into the dash, no modern stereos cut into the console, and no modern modifications which leaves just pure, untouched 1957 mid-century style. All upholstery, door panels, and dash trim show beautifully with zero wear.
MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:
Under the iconic hood is a period-correct 283ci V8 engine fitted with a highly desirable dual-quad carburetor setup and paired with a traditional 3-speed column-shifted manual transmission. Collector Note: After being completed, this car was placed on display and has traveled fewer than 300 total miles. Because it sat idle for decades, our team recently performed a basic wake-up service to get it running. While it fires up and drives, it is currently running rough and will require a comprehensive mechanical re-commissioning (carburetor tuning and a thorough maintenance/service) to be ready for regular road use.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The Rarity Factor: Striking Coronado Yellow is vastly harder to find than standard '57 colors, making it an instant standout at any national Tri-Five meet.
• Unrepeatable Cosmetic Condition: The body, paint, and chrome are done to a standard that would cost a fortune to replicate today.
• Pristine History: 30+ years in a high-end private estate collection means it has never been abused or left out in the elements.
WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• Requires Mechanical Re-Commissioning: It is currently a running project that needs a weekend mechanic or shop to tune the dual-quads
• Convertible Top & Window Adjustments: The conver |
Vehicle Options
AM Radio, Heater, Power Antenna, Power Convertible Top, Dual 4-Barrel Carburetors, Dual Exhaust, Continental Kit, Fender Skirts, Whitewall Tires |
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