Chassis No. VC57S27954

The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air was the culmination of the iconic "Tri-Five" era, a three-year period from 1955 to 1957 that produced some of the most beloved American cars ever made. The 1957 model, in particular, epitomized 1950s automotive design and represented the pinnacle of this golden age for Chevrolet.

Chevrolet's 1957 brochure heralded the Bel Air's exciting new looks, with "zippy new power," "luxurious new interiors," and a "revolutionary new Turboglide" automatic transmission. The Bel Air's redesigned exterior was instantly recognizable by its distinctive gold anodized trim, full-disc wheel covers, and a rakish sweep of chrome. The redesigned front end featured a bold combination grille/bumper, emphasizing massiveness and width, while redesigned fenders pushed the headlamps outward for a more aggressive stance. At the rear, the classic chrome-surrounded, fin-with-afterburner taillights created an unforgettable profile – especially in two-door Sport Coupe form. Under the hood, the '57 Bel Air offered a range of powertrains, from the base Blue Flame six to the new 283 cu-in V8, available in various performance levels up to a potent 270 horsepower competition version.

This fine 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe epitomizes the zenith of the “chrome-and-fins" decade. Finished in a striking Onyx Black exterior with gleaming chrome accents, this example showcases the iconic "sweeping wing" profile that defined the Tri-Five era. The beautifully preserved two-tone interior, visible through the expansive greenhouse, features period-correct Red and Black upholstery, a radio, and desirable Vintage Air air conditioning. Under the hood, one will find Chevrolet's revolutionary small-block V8 in 283 cu-in configuration. This Bel Air represents not just the most iconic of the Tri-Five Chevrolets, arguably the most recognizable piece of 1950s American automotive design. Restored to a wonderful standard, this 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe will continue to evoke nostalgia for a bygone era of American automotive excellence wherever it is shown. The car is completed with its spare and jack.