1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible: just restored--Frame-off, 283/Auto: PERFECT!
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air/150/210 Convertible
Chevrolet Bel Air/150/210 1957 technical specifications | |
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Condition: | Used |
Item location: | Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States |
Make: | Chevrolet |
Model: | Bel Air/150/210 |
SubModel: | Convertible |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | Convertible |
Year: | 1957 |
Mileage: | 1,010 |
VIN: | VC57T151383 |
Color: | Tropical Turquoise |
Engine size: | 4.6L 4638CC 283Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated |
Number of cylinders: | 8 |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
You are interested? | Contact the seller! |
Description |
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Frame-off and Perfect!
This fully restored (frame off) Chevrolet Bel Air convertible is ready to go!! It is painted in the beautiful Tropical Turquoise and has a white convertible top. It is fully equipped and, fter a 6-year restoration, s ready for a new owner—which could/should be you.Great Looking
This Bel Air convertible looks like it just came out of a Chevy showroom back in 1957:
Paint and Chrome
Resprayed in its original Tropical Turquoise, his car looks as new. The chrome is every bit as nice as is the stainless trim.
The white convertible top is in excellent condition and the power lowering/raising mechanism (recently rebuilt) works properly.
Interior
The interior upholstery was all redone to showroom specifications and looks like new. The new door panels are excellent as is the carpeting. The padded dash (an option in 1957) and all of the instruments are in excellent cosmetic condition as well.
Engine
The period-correct engine is a totally rebuilt 283 V-8 with Power Pack that operates on lead-free gasoline. The fully-detailed V-8 sits in an equally nicely detailed engine bay.
Transmission
The Power Glide automatic transmission shifts properly, aking this the ideal cruising car.
Chassis
The underside of this Bel Air convertible is consistent with a frame-off, how-quality restoration with only 1,000 careful miles thereafter (see pictures). It is, f course, ree of any visible rust or corrosion.
Safety and Comfort features
The car has the Treadle Vac power brake booster and the brakes operate smoothly. This car is also equipped with power steering that makes driving this convertible a dream. Seat belts have been installed for additional safety.
All of the safety and accessory features work—lights, urn signals, ipers, orn, tc. Both the radio and clock also work correctly.
This Bel Air is also equipped with these factory options:
· Power steering
· Power brakes
· Power windows
· Date-coded E-Z glass
· Padded dash
· Seatbelts
· Wonderbar radio (with AM & FM)
· Trunk and hood compartment lights
· Front and rear sway bars
· Electric wiper motor
· Rear seat courtesy light
· Door handle guards
This Chevy convertible rides on four whitewall radial tires that look new.
A Very Nice Example of America’s Dream Convertible
If one were to take a poll of the most popular American convertibles of the ‘50s, he 1957 Chevy Bel Air would rank at the top of the list, nd this Tropical Turquoise convertible would be a strong contender for a top listing! Having traveled only 1,000 miles since being restored, t is equally suited for the local/regional show circuit, he country club or just an outing on a pretty day. Come take a look.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL US AT:
540-370-4474
We invite you to come by and inspect this vehicle at any time, nd would recommend that you do so before finalizing your purchase. If you have any questions, lease call us at our toll-free number (888) 370-4474. Our preference is to answer any such questions by phone instead of by email so we can provide you with in-depth information about the car’s condition
We are located in Fredericksburg, irginia, historic town situated approximately half-way between Richmond and Washington, C. You may wish to visit us on our website at www.classiccarcenter.net to get more information about us as well as complete driving directions.
Feel free to make your purchase with confidence in light of our policy of allowing a personal post-purchase/pre-final payment inspection by the purchaser bidder that is more fully described below.
This car is being advertised locally, o we reserve the right to terminate this offering at any time.
Payment for this vehicle is to be by Wire Transfer only except for the required deposit of $500 which may be by credit card. Pickup and shipping is the sole responsibility of the buyer. This deposit must be received within 3 days following your purchase and full payment is due within 7 days of that date.
OUR BUYER SATISFACTION POLICY:
If as the purchaser, ou PERSONALLY come to our facility within 7 days of your purchase, nspect the car and determine for ANY reason that you do not want to buy this car, e will cancel the sale and return your deposit less $100 to cover our time and expense for relisting and you will have no further obligation. This is our assurance to you that the vehicle is all that you expected when you entered your purchaser order.