1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop
A beautifully customized 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop finished in Edelbrock Red with a custom leather interior. This Tri-Five Chevrolet combines classic styling with extensive body modifications, upgraded suspension, overdrive automatic transmission, and a strong street-performance V8, while remaining built for real road use. The description states it has 14,400 miles.
Power comes from a 383 stroker V8 producing 408 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission. It is also equipped with air conditioning, power steering, and 4-wheel disc brakes, making it a strong blend of muscle, comfort, and drivability.
The exterior features a polished Edelbrock Red finish, ghost flames, a custom grille treatment, LED lighting upgrades, and a set of one-off custom wheels with staggered performance tires. Inside, the car is fitted with real leather seating, VDO gauges, power windows, a tilt column, and an upgraded stereo system.
Highlights
- Edelbrock Red exterior
- Custom leather interior
- 383 stroker V8
- 408 horsepower
- 450 lb-ft of torque
- 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission
- Air conditioning
- Power steering
- 4-wheel disc brakes
- 9-inch rear end
- Power windows
- Tilt column
- VDO gauges
- One-off custom wheels
- LED headlights
Exterior
- Finished in Edelbrock Red
- Polished glossy finish
- Ghost flames
- Extensive body modifications for a cleaner custom look
- Chopped top
- Smoothed fender and hood details
- Recessed marker lights
- Downsized lower bumpers
- Custom honeycomb grille with floating stainless bar
- LED headlights
- Replaced glass and weatherstripping
- One-off custom wheels with staggered tire setup
Interior
- Custom leather interior
- Custom door panels
- Refabricated dash
- VDO gauges
- Vintage Air controls
- Sony stereo system
- CD changer and upgraded speakers
- Power windows
- Polished tilt column
- Custom steering wheel
- Custom-cut carpet and mats
Mechanics
- 383 stroker V8
- Rated at 408 horsepower
- Rated at 450 lb-ft of torque
- Fuel injection
- MSD ignition
- Custom headers
- Heavy-duty radiator
- Electric fan
- Air conditioning
- Power steering
- Wilwood master cylinder
- 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission
Trunk
- Painted trunk lid and jamb
- Sound-deadened and boxed trunk area
- Carpeted finish
Undercarriage
- Body-off restoration with upgraded chassis components
- Reworked frame for wider tires and lower stance
- Upgraded front suspension
- Lowered rear suspension
- Custom 3-inch exhaust with X-pipe
- 4-wheel drilled and slotted disc brakes
- Stainless fuel tank
- 9-inch rear end
- 3.50 gears
- Clean, detailed underside
Car Summary
This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop blends iconic Tri-Five styling with serious custom craftsmanship and upgraded street performance. Finished in Edelbrock Red over a custom leather interior, it features a 383 stroker V8, 700R4 overdrive automatic, air conditioning, power steering, and 4-wheel disc brakes. With its extensive body modifications, detailed engine bay, upgraded chassis, and custom interior, this Bel Air delivers strong visual impact with modern drivability.
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Description
- Year 1957
- Make Chevrolet
- Model Bel Air
- Body Style Hardtop
- Mileage 14365
- Transmission 700R4 Overdrive Auto
- Engine 383-408 HP
- Fuel Type Gasoline
- Exterior Color Edelbrock Red
- Interior Color Gray
- Stock Number 43009
- VIN Number VC57L202680