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VC57N237777
The ’57 Chevy Bel Air is a car that requires no introduction. A timeless icon, it has aged flawlessly and has become one of the most sought-after Chevys of all time. If someone mentioned that they had a 50s Chevy convertible, this is almost certainly the first car that would appear in most people's minds. The 1957 General Motors products are heralded as arguably some of the most elegant cars of the 50s, being in the sweet spot where designers had started to come up with more flamboyant designs but just before the “bigger is better” policy was fully implemented. Three-quarters of a century later, this design still manages to be just as popular as it was on the day it was launched. What we have here is a restomod that largely preserves the appearance of the car that it’s much famed for, while also giving it many modern conveniences. It has undergone a frame-off restoration and has reportedly scored 994 out of 1000 points at the Classic Chevy Show.
Bright reds, glossy greens and pastel shades of pink are always commonly associated with the '50s. This classic red exterior suits the car perfectly and is reportedly from the Porsche color palette. It also complements the custom Saddle leather interior (which also includes a Saddle-tinged steering wheel around a tilting column). Among the upgrades done to the interior are a modern air conditioning system, a modern audio system (with a glovebox-mounted custom Autosound head unit that bumps integrated Pioneer speakers, and a hidden custom Autosound CD changer), power windows and a Saddle convertible top (matching the upholstery color). It wasn’t just the steering wheel that was changed, with the system itself being upgraded to a Concept One power steering system. This car has also reportedly been fitted with modern Raingear wipers and remote keyless entry. The visual upgrades aren’t just limited to the interior. For example, the louvers and the Bel Air logos are gold, and those shiny alloys are 17-inch Foose Nitrous wheels. These upgrades continue under the hood as well, with a chromed alternator, serpentine system, and AC compressor.
Back in 1957, this car was available with a choice of a straight 6 and a 283ci small block V8 (shared with the Corvette of the era), combined with either a 3-speed manual, a 2 speed Powerglide or 3 speed Turboglide automatic. This particular car, however, has been extensively worked on. It’s fitted with a 5.7L LS1 whose power is transferred to the wheels through a 4L60E 4 speed automatic transmission, and whose voice is heard through Flowmaster mufflers with Borla exhaust tips. Mind you, this isn’t just any LS1 either; it has an aluminum block, cylinder heads and flat top pistons, ceramic-coated shorty headers, Coil-Near-Plug Ignition and GM Electronic Fuel Injection. Underneath, this car has also been fitted with Monrow Sensa-Trac shocks at all 4 corners and tubular control arms up front to help it get around corners better. And if you’re worried about how the original brake system would handle this added power, rest assured, it has been upgraded to four-wheel Wilwood disk brakes.
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible Restomod
New LS1 5.7L V8 Engine
New 4L60E 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
RWD
Red Exterior
Saddle Interior
Concept One Power Steering
Wilwood 4 Wheel Power Disc Brakes
Modern Air Conditioning
Custom Saddle Teather Interior with Power Windows
Modern Audio System
Seamless Body with Porsche Red Paint
Saddle Convertible Top
17inch Foose Nitrous Wheels
Gold Bel Air Logos
Gold Louvres
Modern Raingear Wipers
Borla Exhaust Tips
Aluminum Block
Aluminum Heads
Aluminum Flat Top Pistons
Coil-Near-Plug Ignition
Chromed Serpentine System
Chrome Alternator
Chrome AC Compressor
GM Electronic Fuel Injection System
Ceramic-Coated Shorty Headers
Tubular Control Arms Up Front
Monroe Sensa-Trac Shocks At All Four Corners
Remote Keyless Entry
Glovebox-Mount Custom Autosound Head Unit That Bumps Integrated Pioneer Speakers
Power-Operated Windows
Saddle-Tinged Steering Wheel Around a Tilting Column
Hidden Custom Autosound CD Changer
Flowmaster Mufflers
Frame Off Restoration
* Scored 994 out of 1,000 points at the Classic Chevy Show
One of the most popular classic cars is the Chevy Bel Air. Introduced in 1950 and named after the stylish Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles, the Bel Air was Chevy’s full-size offering until 1981. Today, the Bel Air has proved itself to be a worthy classic, as well as an excellent restomod platform. Take this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupe Restomod as a prime example. The car has undergone a full restoration, which was concluded in December 2020. Moreover, it’s got a more potent engine with just 4,000 miles on it, plus some interior and exterior niceties.
Let’s get one thing straight, a Bel Air in beautiful condition is rare to come by. You can develop a bond with this kind of soulful car and it is always a great time when you show up in one of these at a car show. What you see before you is an example of the 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe. This model year is an important mark for Bel Air as Chevrolet renamed its series, and the Bel Air name was applied to the premium model range. It was given a facelift and was advertised as "Entirely new through and through". This particular Bel Air is a restored car with just 20K miles on the build. The interior is said to be mostly original and is currently available for sale in Florida.
Let’s travel back to 1950s automotive history. Out of the herd of iconic vehicles born during this time, the Chevrolet Bel Air is undeniably a work of art, a rolling Mona Lisa. For the same reason, this stunning car has become a high-dollar collector car. The Bel Air saw a notable second generation during its three decades of manufacturing, which came to be known as the "Tri Fives," alluding to the three years of manufacture that took place in the 1950s. The second generation was born in 1955 and received new, revamped styling epitomizing Chevy's new slogan, "The Hot One." This alluring example of the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is up for sale with just 76,000 miles on its odometer.
Chevy’s Impala was the famous Bowtie automaker’s full-size offering for many years. It appeared sporadically between 1957 and 2020 and made it across ten generations. The Impala is named, as you may suspect, after the African antelope of the same name. It quickly won favor with the American auto-loving public due to its diverse array of body styles and, of course, V8 power. Up for sale today is a third-generation 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubbletop Restomod, which reportedly packs 45,000 original miles. But, it’s received a comprehensive do-over, more power, and some modern comfort features.
The Chevrolet C-10 is often remembered as a half-ton short-bed pickup truck although they came in various body styles. The Fleetside was one of those variations; it has an essentially straight outer design and the truck's rear wheels are situated inside the truck bed beneath the wheel wells on either side of the bed. This fine example of the 1967 Chevrolet C-10 Short Bed Fleetside is an example that reportedly shows just 355 miles on the clock after its thorough restoration. It has exciting performance updates resembling a good old farm truck from the ‘60s. We were also informed that all work receipts are available to assure credibility.
For decades, the Chevrolet Corvette has remained an icon, and this 2008 Corvette hailing from the C6 generation isn’t any different. Considered to be a modern classic in the making, this Corvette – with its striking visuals and incredible performance – is a joy whether you’re on the track, or cruising towards your next destination. The current owner has gone through a plethora of mechanical and performance upgrades to wake up the beast under the hood with all the proper supporting mods. If you’re interested in investing in a tastefully modified Corvette with some extra ponies beneath the hood, then look no further. With only 59,500 miles on the clock, and the current owner reporting that all recalls having been addressed and fixed, this car is a property built to hop in and drive. Reportedly, the current owner has invested about $19,000 in the engine along with various performance and cosmetic upgrades, making this example a dream for anyone looking for an impeccable car that will last. With 500WHP at your control, this C6 is bound to leave a lasting impression.
Chevy’s Impala was the famous Bowtie automaker’s full-size offering for many years. It appeared sporadically between 1957 and 2020 and made it across ten generations. The Impala is named, as you may suspect, after the African antelope of the same name. It quickly won favor with the American auto-loving public due to its diverse array of body styles and, of course, V8 power. Up for sale today is a third-generation 1961 Chevrolet Impala Bubbletop Restomod, which reportedly packs 45,000 original miles. But, it’s received a comprehensive do-over, more power, and some modern comfort features.
Choosing a classic car can be a tough task, given the number of options one can pick from. But let's highlight one of the best British roadsters to be imported stateside with this lovely 1959 MG MGA Roadster we have here. With a reported 28,500 miles on its clock, this British classic is reported to have seen a nut and bolt restoration and is geared to bring out the good times every time you're behind the wheel
The De Ville name was first introduced as a standalone model range in 1959 and would remain a significant part of the Cadillac lineup up till 2005. The 4th generation came in 1971, and every subsequent year brought styling changes until the smaller 5th generation was released in 1977. 1974 brought changes to the front end (like a new grille and a new headlamp layout), and the introduction of a new option; the Air Cushion Restraint System (what is now known as airbags) for both front-seat occupants. It was, however, a costly option that didn’t prove popular among buyers and was discontinued after 1976. A 1971 Coupe De Ville reportedly came 3rd in the Cannonball Run, averaging 84.6mph and 8.9mpg.
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