383-Powered 1957 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

Introduced in 1953 as a Euro-style sports car and continuously refined through the '50s, the first-generation Chevrolet Corvette evolved into a true performance contender with the addition of V8 powertrains, reworked suspension, and styling changes. By ‘57, fuel injection and higher-output small-block engines elevated the Corvette into world class sports car territory, while its fiberglass body and lightweight construction retained its distinctive character and lightweight enthusiast appeal.

This 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is now powered by a Blueprint Engines 383ci stroker V8 equipped with aluminum cylinder heads, MSD ignition, and a Holley Sniper fuel injection system. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed B&M Turbo 350 (TH350) automatic transmission and a Ford nine-inch rear axle with Positraction and 3.25 gearing.

The seller reports the bodywork has been refinished in its current red and white, while the front suspension has been modified with a Martz Chassis subframe incorporating tubular control arms, adjustable coilover shocks, and four-wheel disc brakes.

This modified 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered with a clean Missouri title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Blueprint Engines 383ci stroker V8 with roller cam

• Holley Sniper fuel injection and MSD ignition

• 3-speed B&M Turbo 350 (TH350) automatic transmission

• Ford 9-inch rear axle with Positraction

• Upgraded Martz Chassis front suspension with coilovers

• Refinished in two-tone red and white with white soft top

• Red vinyl interior

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (E57S104772) decodes as:

  • E – Corvette V8-equipped series

  • 57 – Model year: 1957

  • S – Assembly plant: St. Louis, Missouri

  • 104772 – Sequential production number

• Fiberglass body construction

• Analog instrumentation

• Manual steering

• Heater

Modifications

• Powertrain:

  • Blueprint Engines 383ci stroker V8

  • Blueprint aluminum cylinder heads

  • Roller cam

  • Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection

  • MSD ignition system

  • Polished performance components

  • 3-speed B&M Turbo 350 (TH350) automatic transmission

  • Ford 9-inch rear axle with Positraction and 3.25 gears

• Chassis & Brakes:

  • Martz Chassis front subframe

  • Rack and pinion steering conversion

  • Tubular control arms

  • Adjustable coilover shocks

  • Four-wheel disc brake conversion

• Exterior & Body:

  • 15" American Racing aluminum wheels

  • Refinished in two-tone red and white

  • Electric windshield wipers

• Interior:

  • Cassette deck

Servicing

According to the seller, the following service work has been performed:

• Fiberglass body refinished in two-tone red and white

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with use since restoration

• Paint imperfection on left rear quarter panel behind the door

• Wear marks on painted dashboard near ignition cylinder

• No speakers present (radio functionality unverified)

• Wear visible on seats and door panels

• Tires show strong tread but are older

Ownership History

The seller reports the car has been used primarily for shows and occasional drives. It is currently offered with a clean Missouri title.