1957 Chevrolet Bel Air/150/210

Coupe

283CI V8

Automatic

VC57F171938

Clear

Gasoline

Mostly Original ’57 Sport Coupe Original 283 Engine Frozen VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLE HISTORY: This Bel Air coupe was assembled in Flint, Michigan, in early 1957. It was sold to the original owner by C.B. Kelley Co., North Baltimore, Ohio (dealership still in existence), on February 7, 1957 (copy of original title included). In 1982 it was purchased by the 2nd (or 3rd) owner with 63,000 miles on the odometer. He and his wife enjoyed the car putting only 5,000 miles on it during their 28 years of ownership. They took it out on nice days and displayed it at many local shows (two boxes of trophies included). He did much work to the car during his ownership, improving its appearance and reliability, while keeping everything original. He passed away in 2009 and his wife sold it to the current owner in 2010. The last indication of it running is a maintenance receipt (brakes, exhaust, carburetor rebuild) from 2008. When the current owner purchased the car it was not running. He recently brought it to our shop to get running and ready to sell. Unfortunately we could not free up the engine to get it started after sitting for five years, so he wants to sell it “as-is”. Before we tried to get it started we ordered a replacement fuel tank and installation kit which are included in the original boxes. MARQUE HISTORY: The ’57 Chevy is one of the most recognized icons in the automotive industry. Stylish and sporty, there’s no doubt that it’s one of America’s best and most loved cars. Chevrolets for 1957 came in a few different trim levels and this one is the upscale Bel Air. Under the hood Chevrolet had achieved an engineering milestone, Ed Cole worked magic developing Chevy’s small-block V8 engine including this 283CI 2-BBL V8. The Bel Air Sport Coupe base price was $2,399 and this one with all the options sold for $3,089. Extra richness characterized the Bel Air line in all regards. Side trim was arranged as on a 210 model, except the area between the moldings was filled with a silver anodized aluminum beauty panel. Three gold chevrons marked the forward side of each front fender. Also done in gold were such things as the grille insert, V-8 ornaments, and Bel Air beauty panel scripts. Rocker sills, roof and window outlines, and the entire edge of the fins were all trimmed with bright metal moldings. There were also traditional Chevrolet/Bel Air crests on the rear fender, near the golden script. Distinctive two-tone interiors were another highlight of the upscale Bel Air. INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE: Copies of Titles, 2-Boxes of Trophies, New Fuel Tank & Installation Kit. SPECIFICATIONS: Chevrolet 283CI,185 HP V-8 Engine, 3.9” Bore X 3.0” Stroke, 8.5:1 Compression, 2-Barrel Rochester Carburetor, Hydraulic Valve Lifters, 5-Main Bearings, 2-Speed Powerglide Transmission, 115” Wheelbase, 200” O/A Length, 7.50X14 Tires, 3274 Pound Curb Weight. OPTIONS: 283CI V8 Engine, Powerglide Transmission, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Deluxe Heater/Defroster, Oil Filter, Tinted Glass, Spinner Hub Caps, Wide White Wall Tires, Rear View Mirrors, Manual Radio & Antenna, Fender Skirts. BY THE NUMBERS VIN (VC57F171938) DECODED: V = 8 Cylinder EngineC = Series 2400 Bel Air 57 = 1957 Model Year F = Flint, Michigan Assy. Plant 171938 = 171,938th Produced COWL TAG: Style: 57-1037D = 1957 2-Door Bel Air Hardtop Sport Coupe Body No: F 6570 = 6,570th Body Produced at Flint, Michigan Trim: 670-1C = Silver Vinyl W/Black & Silver Pattern Cloth W/Black Trim Paint: 822D = Dusk Pearl & Ivory Two-Tone ENGINE BLOCK STAMPING (FI30F): F = Flint, Michigan Engine Plant I30 = January 30th Production Date F = 283CI V8, 2-Barrel Carburetor, Powerglide Transmission TRANSMISSION: C7240 = Powerglide Call Jeff at 419-344-0319 (Mobile) or 419-353-8338 (Office) or email me jsnook@wcnet.org for more information or if you have any questions. VEHICLE CONDITION: We do a mechanical and cosmetic inspection to each vehicle before listing it for sale. This report is included below will provide a reasonable description of the vehicle condition. Older vehicles are subject to normal wear and tear and we have tried to indicate the overall condition of the vehicle to the best of our ability. But, we can not always find everything that is not perfect with a vehicle, so independent inspections are welcome and encouraged. We drive each vehicle approximately 20 miles, but this is no indication of its long term road-worthiness. The only guarantee with an older vehicle is that someplace, sometime, something will need repaired! INSPECTION REPORT: Year 1957 Make Chevrolet Model Bel Air Sport Coupe Ext. Color Dusk Pearl/ Ivory Int. Color Silver & Black VIN VC57F171938 Tire Info 7.50/14 BFG Silvertown Odometer 67272 Actual Yes KEY: E = Excellent G = Good F = Fair P = Poor INTERIOR E G F P Comments: Upholstery X Appears original. Headliner X Replaced at some point. Door Panels X X Original with some wear. Carpets X Replaced at some point. Dash X Lights X Instruments No way to tell with engine not running. Horn X X Horn ring only has one spot that works. Trunk X Radio X Original AM radio. EXTERIOR E G F P Comments: Paint X X Older repaint showing its age. Small rust pits coming thru on top, rear deck, hood, and fenders. Body Panels X Good panel fits, only a few areas with light filler. Bumpers X Pitted, scratched, and some rust through on rear. Trim X X Exterior bright work good. Window chrome slight pitting. Side body trim with some pitting and fading. Floors X Sills X Tires X WWW w/good tread. Wheels X Hubcaps with spinners look new. Glass X X Wiper mark on driver side windshield. Delaminating on rear windows and vent windows. UNDERHOOD E G F P Comments: Fluids X Oil is dirty. Belts X X Old. Hoses/Lines X X Lower radiator hose leaks at flange. Filters X X New fuel filter installed. Cooling System X X Safe to -34 degrees, but old. Charging System No way to tell with engine not running. Appearance X MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL E G F P Comments: Engine X Engine frozen up from sitting too long. Transmission No way to tell with engine not running Electrical Starter will engage but can not spin with engine tied up. Brakes X Chemical test OK. Good pedal. Complete brake job in 2008. Steering No way to tell with engine not running. Wipers No way to tell with no engine vacuum. Lights X X Right high beam is out. UNDER E G F P Comments: Leaks X X Power steering cylinder leaking. Rust X X Undercoated many years ago. Inner rocker braces are perforated. Inner fender rusted out on upper seam. Exhaust X X Rusty but all there. MISC. E G F P Comments: Fuel Tank X Leaking. New tank and installation kit included. Hood Springs X X Will not safely hold hood up. Rear Window X Hard to wind up and down. TERMS OF SALE: A 25% deposit is required within 3 days from end of auction and full payment to be made within 10 from end of auction. Payment to be made by cash in person, or bank to bank wire transfer only. Personal, certified or bank checks are not accepted for payment. Overseas shipments and/or finance documentation will require an additional $100 fee to cover the time and costs associated with either of these items. You are responsible for shipping. Buyer to arrange, pay for, and have vehicle transported within 30 days from end of auction. For an estimate of shipping costs, we suggest using eBay’s request for a shipping quote near the top of the listing. You can also try this site to get additional quotes: http://gigamoves.com/ Just plug in our zip code (43402), your destination zip code, and some additional info for some online quotes. Storage is available after the 30 days for $110/month. Please be aware you are buying this car “AS IS – NO WARRANTY”. Vehicle is being advertised locally and the auction may end early if sold. PHOTOS BELOW: Please excuse the random order of these photos. I've been using Photobucket for years to host my photos and now all of a sudden, I can not get them to show up the way I've organized them. Sorry for the radomness, but there are 65 photos showing all aspects of this '57 Chevy.