LS1-Powered 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Two-Door Hardtop

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The iconic 1957 Chevrolet is celebrated for its jet-age tailfins, sweeping curves, and distinctive hood-mounted rockets. This landmark vehicle came in a variety of body styles — two- and four-door sedans, convertibles, and station wagons — but the two-door hardtop stood out as the most coveted, especially in the upscale Bel Air trim.

The Bel Air version elevated the car’s style with a pillarless silhouette dressed in gleaming chrome. Gold accents highlighted the front grille, rear trunk lid, and fenders, while ornate wheel covers and bold side strakes featuring gold script and crests added to its prestige.  The refined cabin was anchored by a large central speedometer and framed by a stylish steering wheel. The driver controlled an inline-six or a 265- or 283-cu-in V8, paired with either a three-speed manual or two-speed Powerglide automatic. A 1957 Popular Mechanics tester stated, “Chevrolet’s new V8 is smooth, quiet, and packs a wallop. The Bel Air is a car that looks as good as it goes.”

And this restored 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door hardtop really goes, as its classic looks are complemented by a modern LS1 V8 with overdrive, Foose wheels, and a custom leather interior featuring air conditioning and power accessories.

Highlights 

• Offered from The Burnyzz Collection 

• Timeless ’57 Chevy two-door hardtop with a modern powertrain and interior 

• 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine 

• Four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission with overdrive 

• Finished in Black with a Black and Tan interior 

• Air conditioning, power seats, and power steering 

• Period-look Fuel Injection fender badges 

Features 

• Foose chrome wheels 

• Four-wheel power disc brakes 

• 12-bolt Moser rearend 

• Aftermarket 160-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Custom steering wheel and B&M shifter 

• Aluminum radiator with chrome catch can 

Known Imperfections 

• Small paint chip on nose under Chevrolet logo 

• Some paint and body flaws, see Ownership History

Included 

• Keys

Ownership History

This ’57 Chevy is offered from The Burnyzz Collection of no reserve automobiles.  

The consignor states, "This vehicle is an older build and as such, shows signs of age on the exterior. There is cracking in the paint around the rear windows, scratches that have been touched up on the doors, rock chips, swirls, and other surface anomalies. We have tried to document this in the videos and pictures. Black is a beautiful color, but it does not hide any flaws."

"This Bel Air is a great driver and local show car with lots of memories still to be made. However, we want to be clear and straightforward that this is not a concours-type automobile. If you're more into laying another layer of rubber than another layer of wax, then this '57 is the one for you."