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1957 Chevrolet Convertible Bel Air 2 X 4 on 2040-cars

Year:1957 Mileage:14
Location:

Wellborn, Florida, United States

Wellborn, Florida, United States

This car was restored in 1988 at Classic Chevy Club International by Harold Louisiana.  This convertible was restored for a customer who showed it two times and then parked it in 1989.  It was never started or moved until I bought it in 2013.  After purchase, everything was properly done to clean the car and start the engine.  I did replace the fuel tank, heater core, radiator, spark plugs and points.  

The restoration was done on a rust-free vehicle, no expense spared.  It is loaded with NOS options.  This is a dual-quad 283, 270 hp car, with a close ratio 3-speed transmission.  It has a stainless steel exhaust system. Options include:  Continental kit, backup lights, dual rear antennas (one power), electric wipers, deluxe heater, windshield washer, spinner hubcaps, fender skirts with stainless scuff shields, vacuum ash-out, tissue dispenser, Wonderbar radio, compass, dual spotlights, power top, clock, gold license frame, day/night mirror, rear deck trim, courtesy lights, door handle shields, front bumper guards, front rubber tips, and a padded dash.  The padded dash is probably one of the best looking and best installed you'll ever find.  

The Old Cars Price Guide values a Number 1 '57 Convertible at $96,500; adding an additional 25% for dual quad cars brings the book value to $120,600.  I figure the NOS options have a value of about $15,000, bringing the potential value of this car to $135,000.  My reserve on this convertible is well under that number.  This is a great opportunity to purchase a really nice '57 Convertible for less than retail value.  Some owners don't like as many options; some people don't like continental kits or fender skirts.  So, take them off and sell them.  Make the car what you want it to be!  

I have some hard copy photos of the restoration process, and I have some computer photos before cleanup.  I will accept some trade offers but only 55-56-57 Chevy trades.  

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