1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Description

This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air completed its full restoration in 2001. We have receipts showing nearly $200k invested, and the result is a car where you can tell basically every nut and bolt was touched. And that impressive level of investment - and the very few miles this has traveled since - combine to deliver an icon that's the best of the best. The metallic paint has the kind of luster that comes from someone scrutinizing the body before even the first drop of blue goes down. The mirror-like chrome, straight body trim, and detailed style show that the investment in quality goes right down to the fundamentals. The interior gives you the right classic vibe with the bench seat and correct upholstery, and it also has the best modern comfort features, like cold-blowing A/C, power windows, power locks, cruise control, and a retro-style radio. There's even a key fob with remote start! Under the hood is a 350 cubic inch crate V8. And everything from electronic fuel injection to a four-speed automatic transmission makes for a better cruiser. So check out the full fresh style - including the undercarriage - and you'll see this has the best of everything to be both a true driver and a true stunner.

HIGHLIGHTS

*Restored in late 2021 and only about 200 miles on build

*Nearly $200k in build receipts

*Radiant Metallic blue paint with terrific gloss

*Good fundamentals: mirror-like chrome, complete trim, and excellent fit

*Polished American Racing 17-inch wheels

*Fully restored black interior

*Classic style bench seats with textured cloth inserts and button-top setup

*Power windows

*Power locks

*Cruise control

*Cold blowing R134a air conditioning

*Retro-style AM/FM radio

*Classic steering wheel on an upgraded tilt steering column

*350 cubic inch crate V8 motor

-FiTech electronic fuel injection

-Edelbrock aluminum intake

-Dual exhaust with Flowmaster FlowFX mufflers

*4L60E four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive

*Power steering

*Power brakes

*Front discs with drilled and slotted rotors

*Upgraded rear suspension with sway bar

*Undercarriage fresh, right down to the bushings and bolts

Everything about this car seems to be about elevating all the best elements without losing the essence that makes the Bel Air awesome. For example, you could get plenty of shades of blue from Chevy, but this one has a more modern electric-like glow. The impressiveness also comes from having the trim look straighter and brighter than it usually came from the factory. And the cruiser-ready upgrades are done subtly. You see it in how the cruise control is hidden in the ashtray or how the classic American Racing wheels are in a modern 17-inch size to fit grippy ZR tires. Plus, the upgrade to fuel injection makes this concours-level car easy enough to drive every day. It takes years to get a Bel Air restored to this caliber. So if you don't feel like waiting and worrying from a long restoration, this is your rare chance to get right down to the fun times. Call today!!!