1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Two-Door Sedan

Description

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Is there anything more mid-century classic than a 1957 Chevy Bel Air Two-Door Sedan? The Jet Age was here, the Space Age was near, and the longer, lower Bel Air reflected both. The quarter panels were inspired by the tail section of an F-86 fighter jet, while the distinctive headlight bezels were designed to emulate jet engine intakes. Even the engine was new, now a 283 cubic-inch V8.  

As for this beautifully restored Bel Air, there’s even more to like. The car was completely restored prior to when the current owner purchased it in 2019. Among the upgrades were fresh red metallic paint, new leather bucket seats with matching leather upholstery in the rear, B&M shifter automatic shifter, a tachometer mounted on the steering column, and additional center-mounted gauges to monitor oil pressure, water temperature, and battery voltage, as well as new Crager chrome wheels and BFGoodrich tires. It all adds up to classic looks with modern performance. 

Highlights 

• This iconic 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Two-Door Sedan is refinished in dark red metallic paint over black leather interior 

• Powered by a 283 cu-in V8 engine rated at 283 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque 

• Three-speed automatic transmission 

• Full restoration by previous owner (prior to 2019) included: 

  • Fresh paint 

  • New leather bucket seats with matching leather upholstery in the rear 

  • B&M automatic transmission shifter 

  • Tachometer on the steering column 

  • Under-dash gauges to monitor oil pressure, water temperature, and battery voltage 

  • New carpet 

  • New 15-inch Crager chrome wheels 

  • New BFGoodrich Radial T/A P225/70R15 tires 

• The chassis number (VC57F284169) decodes as: 

  • V – 8-cylinder  

  • C – 2400 Series Bel Air 

  • 57 – 1957 model year 

  • F – Flint, Michigan, assembly plant 

  • 284169 – Sequential body number 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door sedan 

• Original three-spoke steering wheel with horn ring and “Classic” script center badge 

• Dash instrumentation: 

  • 120-mph speedometer with odometer 

  • Coolant temperature  

  • Fuel level 

  • Warning lights for oil pressure and generator 

  • Below-dash mounted AutoMeter  

• Analog clock 

• Pushbutton AM radio 

• Radio antenna atop front passenger fender 

• Manual door windows 

• Vent windows 

• Sun visors 

Known Imperfections 

• Odometer does not work 

• Paint is bubbling on the driver's side fender 

• Paint chips up front 

• Some pitting on headlight bezels 

• Paint imperfections near Bel Air script on driver’s side rear fender 

• Small Bel Air badge on passenger side rear fender is missing 

• Paint chips on driver’s side trunk edge 

Included

• Spare tire 

• Fuzzy white dice hanging from the rearview mirror 

• Spare hubcap 

Ownership History

The owner of this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air  Two-Door Sedan bought the car in October 2019. It was completely restored by the previous owner. 

Additional Notes  

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.