Description

Merriam-Webster's dictionary defines the word "Iconic" as; "very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time". No other car is more iconic of the 1950's or of classic American cars than the 55'-57' Chevrolets, and the most iconic of those is the 1957 Bel Air with its wide stainless trim and big tail fins. The silhouette, the wide grill with "Dagmar" bumperettes, and those tall tail fins out back is instantly recognizable even to the non-automotive enthusiast. Over almost 70 years, the Tri-Five Chevrolets have been popularized in motion pictures, raced at the drag strip, customized in home garages, and displayed at every car show across the country.
This beautiful 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hard top is a one-off custom build with quite a unique history. This 57' was owned by an automotive shop teacher for over 30 years, and when it came time to do the restoration, it was painted by a former student of the shop class that had gone on to open his own auto body shop! And what a paint finish!! The exquisitely applied Deep Crimson Pearl Metallic is combined with gorgeous stainless trim and perfect chrome bumpers to make this one traffic stopping 57' Chevy. The exterior has been shaved of emblems on the hood and decklid, while the anodized gold finish of the grille and "Bel Air" scripts on the flanks act as automotive jewelry. Inside this beautiful Bel Air is a full custom tan leather bench seat interior with custom gauges, tilt column, ice cold A/C, seat belts, power windows, and an AM/FM stereo with big speakers in all four corners. The real music however is under the hood! This fresh GM Performance ZZ6 crate engine is putting down 420hp thanks to fuel injection, fast burn aluminum heads, hydraulic roller camshaft, and an aluminum intake manifold. Bolt to this is a Muncie M21 close ratio 4-speed that relay that power back to a 9" bolt in rear axle. Power disc brakes up front and power steering mean this is an easy to drive classic that can stop and turn with today's traffic.
This classy crimson Chevy has received the body off, frame up, rotisserie restoration that has left no bolt unturned. Driven just over 4,000 miles since, this Bel Air has proven to be a comfortable, reliable, easy cruiser that can turn rubber to smoke at a poke of the throttle. If you're looking for the most iconic 1950's American car with all the upgrades done and ready to drive, this is your car! Contact Brian at 352-307-1968 and take this amazing Bel Air home today! Financing and transportation services are available.
FEES & TAX INFORMATION - We are a licensed dealer in the State of Florida and adhere to all state and federal laws and regulations concerning the sale of a used vehicle. All applicable taxes and fees will be charged accordingly as required by the State of Florida. A fee of $495.00 will be charged to process the vehicle.
Classic Car Quality Disclaimer: We do our best to inspect, drive our vehicles, and note any imperfections in the advertisement and pre-sale. However, due to the nature of classic automobiles we cannot guarantee that every function, electrical or mechanical etc., will work as it should. These components will need upkeep and attention. In addition, often these vehicles can sit for periods of time and once you begin to drive them issues can arise without warning. Please make sure you are comfortable with this before buying a vintage automobile. We did NOT build or restore the vehicle. Vehicles are sold AS-IS, with all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty. Pre-Purchase inspections are welcome, we describe these vehicles to the best of our knowledge.