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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-door Sedan on 2040-cars

Year:1957 Mileage:5000 Color: Red /
 Black
Location:

Naperville, Illinois, United States

Naperville, Illinois, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Hardtop
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: VC57J104953 Year: 1957
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Bel Air/150/210
Trim: 2-Door Sedan
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 5,000
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Red
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

OK folks, here ya go.......this is the story:  I purchased this car back in 1989 from a guy who wanted to restore it, but lost interest and sold to me.  I spent the next several years restoring it to its current condition.  This was a frame-off resto.....the frame was media-blasted & painted, the chassis was rebuilt, the springs, shocks, mounts, bushings, bolts, brake lines, etc. were all replaced (FYI, the floor pans were all solid).  The gas tank was drained, boiled & new support straps & rubber were installed.  The exterior was media-blasted, and some minor metal work was done.....all panels are original to the vehicle.  The car was professionally prepped and painted......today it has a few very minor flaws, but are easily touched-up......its a gorgeous exterior!  Now when it came to the chrome, I went all out......all original pieces were re-chromed old school: heavy 3-stage.....nickel, copper, chromium. The stainless was all hand-polished, and new clips were used throughout.  I installed all new window channel, and the only piece of glass thats not original is the drivers window, and it has a crack.  The drivetrain:  the engine is a small block chevy 350.....bored to 355 & professionally built buy a local engine shop....I don't have all the specifics anymore, but it was done right, and when it runs, this baby screams!  The rear-end was rebuilt, & a 4-speed Muncie was installed (it was originally 3-on-the-tree).  So, after four years of resto work, this is where I stopped......the drivetrain & exterior were complete, it was street legal, and I just wanted to enjoy driving it.  So the unfinished items are as follows:  I never completed the interior....I painted the dash, and installed the components, I had the original rear seat professionally reupholstered, and installed bucket seats in the front.  The door panels were recovered, but never completely trimmed.....the headliner was purchased, but never installed.....and a basic new carpet was installed.
The engine compartment was never beautified either.....just basic black, and nothing else.  The car has been in storage in my garage for the last 10 yrs, and has only been driven a few times since then (never seen snow or salt).  I haven't run it in approx 5 yrs, so it will need some new fuel, battery and a tune-up.  I don't know the exact mileage since restoration, but I'd estimate it at approx 5k.

If you have always wanted a 1957 Chevy, but couldn't find one in this condition for the right price, this is your opportunity!  I can't begin to tell you how much blood, sweat & tears (and money) went into this car over the years.....it was truly a labor of love.  But its time for me to move on to other projects. This car is ready for your finishing touches, and will turn heads anywhere you go.  Its a beautiful car, and its an amazing feeling to drive it down the street!
The winning bidder of this vehicle will also get all my spare parts.....several original radios, stainless trim, and many misc. parts & pieces.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (630)417-3044. Thank you, and happy bidding!

Please be prepared to remit payment in full within 3 days of auction end by PayPal, bank wire transfer, cash, or major bank cashier's check (must wait for verification/clearance with ANY check).  Transport is the full responsibility of the buyer.  This is for local pick-up only, but I will make myself available for loading.  While every effort is being made to describe the vehicle accurately, it is a 56-year-old classic and therefore being sold as-is, without warranty written, expressed, or implied.

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