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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
 
    
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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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1957 Bel Air 2-door Sedan
    
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Picture of a restored turquoise 1957 Bel Air 2 door Sedan

 
    
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Contributed by Ratfink57

Here are a couple of pics of my 57 chevy Belair.
It has undergone a total restification which took about 6 years to complete. The body was taken off the frame and everything was painted,replaced or upgraded. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do..!!
 
  
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