The ’57 Chevy is one of the most recognized icons in the Automotive industry. Stylish and Sporty the there’s no doubt that it’s one of America’s best and most loved cars.
The 1957 Chevrolet a few different trim levels; the base-model "150" series, the mid-range "210" series, and the upscale Bel Air series. An upscale trim option called the "Del Ray" was also available for 210 2-door sedans, and there was a limited production two-door station wagon called the "Nomad" and also even scarcer was the "El Morocco", a custom hand-built series that mimicked the Cadillac.
Under the hood Chevrolet had achieved an engineering milestone, Ed Cole worked magic developing Chevy’s small-block V8 engine. The original edition was enlarged to 283 cu, with several optional power packages available, pushing it up to 283 hp. The Super Turbo-Fire 283, a $550 option, produced the advertised 283 horsepower with the help of Ramjet continuous-flow fuel injection.
On the outside the Bel Air was distinguished with more chrome and featured a golden grille set off with a heavy chrome bar that included parking lights. The rear fins were capped with chrome moldings and highlighted with anodized aluminum side trim panels. The fuel-filler door was concealed in the left rear chrome fin trim, a small but convenient detail that helped clean up exterior lines.
The 1955-57 Chevrolets remain a favorite with hot-rodders and classic car enthusiasts.
1957 Chevrolet Production
| '57 Chevy - 150 2 door Sedan |
70,774 |
| '57 Chevy - 150 4 door Sedan |
52,266 |
| '57 Chevy - 150 2 door Station Wagon |
14,740 |
| '57 Chevy - 150 2 door Utility Sedan |
8,300 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 2 door Sedan |
160,090 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 4 door Sedan |
260,401 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Townsman 4 door Station Wagon |
127,803 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Handyman 2 door Station Wagon |
17,528 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Beauville 4 door Station Wagon |
21,083 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Sport Hardtop Sedan |
16,178 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Sport Hardtop Coupe |
22,631 |
| '57 Chevy - 210 Delray |
25,644 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air 2 door Sedan |
62,751 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air 4 door Sedan |
254,331 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air Nomad 2 door Station Wagon |
6,103 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air Townsman 4 door Station Wagon |
27,375 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air Sport Hardtop Sedan |
137,672 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air Sport Hardtop Coupe |
166,426 |
| '57 Chevy - Bel Air Convertible |
47,562 | |
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