350-Powered 1957 Chevrolet 3200 Pickup

Description

Introduced in mid-1955, the Chevrolet "Task Force" models brought innovations such as available V8 power, 12-volt electrical systems, and a modern wraparound windshield, features that blurred the line between passenger cars and trucks and influenced pickup design for decades to come. The 3200 was the long-bed, half-ton version of the lineup, offering increased cargo capacity compared to the 3100 short-bed. For 1957, Chevrolet updated the Task Force styling with a redesigned grille and the addition of distinctive hood spears inspired by the contemporary Chevrolet Bel Air, giving the truck a more sophisticated appearance. The 1957 model year also marked the introduction of the celebrated 283ci V8, an engine that would become one of Chevrolet’s most legendary powerplants.

Previously a California truck, this 1957 Chevrolet 3200 was reportedly relocated to Michigan by the previous owner, where the seller acquired it in 2025. The seller subsequently performed over $16,000 of repairs and modifications as detailed below and with supporting invoices provided in the photo gallery.

This truck is finished in a bronze/white exterior that shows patina, and rides on steel wheels wrapped in whitewall tires. Inside, it features a bench seat, tilt steering column, and aftermarket water temperature gauge. Under the hood sits a 350ci V8 mated to a 700R4 four-speed automatic overdrive transmission, and it is also equipped with power steering and power front disc brakes.

This 1957 Chevrolet 3200 is now offered with service receipts and a clean Michigan title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• 350ci V8

• 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission

• Patina exterior finish

• Big rear window long-bed step-side

• CPP power steering and 6-lug front disc brake conversion with power booster

• $16,000 in service since 2025

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (3B57L123324) decodes as:

  • 3B - Chevrolet 3200 Series

  • 57 - 1957 model year

  • L - Los Angeles, California, assembly plant

  • 123324 - Production sequence number

• Big rear window

• Long-bed step-side

• Painted bumpers

• In-cab fuel tank

• Bench seat

Modifications

• 350ci V8 with ported heads

• Edelbrock 1406 600CFM carburetor

• Block-hugger headers with heat wrap

• Replacement exhaust

• Aluminum radiator with 16-inch electric fan and relay harness

• Rebuilt GM 700R4 column-shifted four-speed overdrive automatic

• Energy Suspension engine and transmission mounts

• CPP 6-lug front disc brake conversion with power booster

• CPP power steering kit

• 30-inch chrome tilt column with 14-inch billet mahogany steering wheel

• Speedway aluminum throttle pedal

• Dynamat on floor, firewall and rear cab wall

• Metal bed floor

• Whitewall tires

Known Imperfections

• Chipped, scratched, mismatched and faded paint

• Corrosion on grille, running boards, metal bed floor, and inside of wheel wells

• Exterior dings on driver's door

• The seller states, "True mileage unknown; the speedometer was replaced in April 2026 and shows 175 miles since the drivetrain install."

• Images detailing this 1957 Chevrolet 3200's condition are available in the gallery

Servicing & Documentation

Service receipts in the gallery document work performed between 2025 and 2026. Some highlights include work to the following:

• Water pump, thermostat housing, radiator hoses

• Exhaust

• Energy Suspension mounts

• Aluminum radiator with 16-inch electric fan

• NAPA Legend AGM battery

• Rebuilt transmission

• Copper-nickel brake lines

• Speedometer and cable

• Water temp gauge and fuel sending unit

• Fuse block

• Black loop carpet and aluminum sill plates

The seller states that the engine is a "350ci V8 refreshed with ported heads and new gaskets by a private party prior to installation (no receipt); inspected and serviced by Jeremy's Automotive & Performance before install."

Ownership History

This 3200 was relocated to Michigan by the previous owner, from whom the seller reportedly acquired it in 2025 and subsequently performed the above repairs and modifications.

Additional Information

The seller states, "Rust-free, long-bed 1957 Chevrolet 3200 stepside with the big back window, relocated to Michigan from California. Over the past 16 months it was built into a dependable driver rather than a show truck. This is the truck you drive to the show, not the one you trailer. Documented spend since purchase is over $16,000, with the shop work covered by a 36-month/36,000-mile warranty from Jeremy's Automotive & Performance in Casco, MI. It has 175 miles on the new speedometer since the drivetrain install, and it starts, idles, stops and cruises at 60 mph in overdrive."