LOT 202
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Resto-Mod Chassis no. VC57B157832
Sold for US$31,360 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 202
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Resto-Mod
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Resto-Mod
Chassis no. VC57B157832
Chassis no. VC57B157832
350ci OHV V8 Engine (see text)
Single 4-Barrel Carburetor
Est. 275bhp at 5,400rpm
Automatic Transmission
Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Power-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
*Offered from the Estate of Robert L. Byers
*Upgraded with performance driveline and custom interior details
*Striking red on red and white Pepita livery
*Classic 'Shoebox Chevy' with desirable upgrades
THE BEL AIR
America's best-selling automaker at the time, Chevrolet did not make any major changes to its post-war line-up until 1949, rationalizing the range into two Series - Special (basic) and Deluxe - both of which featured Styleline (notchback) and Fleetline (fastback) body styles. Originally applied to a 2-door Hard Top coupe version of the Styleline Deluxe in 1950, the evocative Bel Air name was subsequently used to signify a top-of-the-range luxury trim level, commencing in 1953, rather than a separate and distinct body style. Top of the Chevrolet range, six Bel Airs formed the 1955 line-up, though the bewildering multitude of engine, transmission, and convenience options meant that a customer could order a vehicle direct from the factory that was tailored specifically to his or her taste.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hard Top joined the collection of the late Mr. Robert L. Byers a little less than a decade ago and is very much the perfect blend of classic 1950s Chevy styling with more modern performance. The Bel Air has been fitted with a high performance 350ci small block Chevy engine and is cooled by an aluminum radiator. The power is put to the rear axle through a modern automatic transmission. Power brakes and steering makes it a delight to drive, and when admiring the car from the outside, one gets a hint of its enhanced performance from the Cragar S/S alloy wheels, dual exhaust, and antennas. Once inside, a striking and very period appropriate red and white Pepita interior dominates the cabin, while digital instrumentation and a wood rimmed steering wheel keeps up with the performance theme. The exterior is finished in a sporty fire engine red color, neatly complimented by the iconic, 1957-only stainless-steel rear fender trim. As American as baseball, ice cream, and apple pie, this 1957 Bel Air is the quintessential American Hard Top and the perfect car for custom car shows, cars and coffee events, or to catch a drive-in movie.
Single 4-Barrel Carburetor
Est. 275bhp at 5,400rpm
Automatic Transmission
Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Power-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
*Offered from the Estate of Robert L. Byers
*Upgraded with performance driveline and custom interior details
*Striking red on red and white Pepita livery
*Classic 'Shoebox Chevy' with desirable upgrades
THE BEL AIR
America's best-selling automaker at the time, Chevrolet did not make any major changes to its post-war line-up until 1949, rationalizing the range into two Series - Special (basic) and Deluxe - both of which featured Styleline (notchback) and Fleetline (fastback) body styles. Originally applied to a 2-door Hard Top coupe version of the Styleline Deluxe in 1950, the evocative Bel Air name was subsequently used to signify a top-of-the-range luxury trim level, commencing in 1953, rather than a separate and distinct body style. Top of the Chevrolet range, six Bel Airs formed the 1955 line-up, though the bewildering multitude of engine, transmission, and convenience options meant that a customer could order a vehicle direct from the factory that was tailored specifically to his or her taste.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hard Top joined the collection of the late Mr. Robert L. Byers a little less than a decade ago and is very much the perfect blend of classic 1950s Chevy styling with more modern performance. The Bel Air has been fitted with a high performance 350ci small block Chevy engine and is cooled by an aluminum radiator. The power is put to the rear axle through a modern automatic transmission. Power brakes and steering makes it a delight to drive, and when admiring the car from the outside, one gets a hint of its enhanced performance from the Cragar S/S alloy wheels, dual exhaust, and antennas. Once inside, a striking and very period appropriate red and white Pepita interior dominates the cabin, while digital instrumentation and a wood rimmed steering wheel keeps up with the performance theme. The exterior is finished in a sporty fire engine red color, neatly complimented by the iconic, 1957-only stainless-steel rear fender trim. As American as baseball, ice cream, and apple pie, this 1957 Bel Air is the quintessential American Hard Top and the perfect car for custom car shows, cars and coffee events, or to catch a drive-in movie.
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