Vehicle Description
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop – Iconic Restored Tri-Five
This stunning 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air represents the pinnacle of Tri-Five Chevrolets, beautifully restored to factory specifications in its original Tropical Turquoise with gold accent trim. A comprehensive restoration was completed in 2004, and the car has been driven fewer than 1,000 miles since, preserving its fresh, show-ready condition. Powered by a rebuilt 283ci V8 equipped with performance Power Pack cylinder heads and a smooth Powerglide automatic transmission, this Bel Air is a true icon of 1950s American automotive design. Loaded with desirable features including power steering, power seats, Wonderbar radio, and period accessories, this hardtop captures the optimism and style of its era.
Engine & Drivetrain
- 283ci “Power Pack” V8 engine
- High-performance cylinder heads
- Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission
- Complete engine rebuild during restoration
- Professionally restored mechanical systems
- Less than 1,000 miles since restoration
Exterior & Body
- Factory-correct Tropical Turquoise paint
- Iconic gold anodized exterior trim
- Professional restoration completed in 2004
- Correct 1957 Bel Air badging and emblems
- Signature dual headlight design
- Factory-style tail fins and trim
Interior & Features
- Power-adjustable front seat (rare option)
- Factory Wonderbar signal-seeking AM radio
- Period-correct under-dash tissue box
- Beautifully restored dashboard and instrumentation
- Factory-correct upholstery and trim
- Power steering for easy maneuverability
Restoration & Condition
- Complete professional restoration in 2004
- Restored to exact factory specifications
- Less than 1,000 miles since restoration completion
- Preserved in excellent, show-ready condition
- All systems professionally rebuilt and serviced
Historical Significance
- Most iconic year of the Tri-Five Chevrolets
- Bel Air was top-of-the-line model in 1957
- Represented peak of 1950s American automotive design
- 283 V8 with Power Pack was performance option
- Highly collectible 2-door hardtop body style
Equipment & Options
- Power steering system
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Wonderbar signal-seeking AM radio
- Under-dash tissue dispenser
- 283ci V8 with Power Pack performance option
- Powerglide automatic transmission
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop represents one of the most desirable American classics ever built. The 2004 restoration returned this iconic Tri-Five to its exact factory specifications, with the correct Tropical Turquoise paint and gold anodized trim that define the 1957 model year. With fewer than 1,000 miles since completion, the car remains in exceptional, as-restored condition. The rebuilt 283ci V8 with Power Pack cylinder heads provides period-correct performance, while the Powerglide transmission offers smooth, effortless driving. The inclusion of rare factory options like power steering, power seats, and the Wonderbar radio make this Bel Air particularly special. More than just a beautiful restoration, this car is a preserved piece of 1950s Americana—ready for showfield display, casual cruising, or entry into any collection of significant American automobiles.
283ci Power Pack V8 | Factory Tropical Turquoise | Under 1,000 Miles Since Restoration