1957 Chevrolet Belair Black

This classic combo of black exterior and red and black interior is one of the most popular when it comes to 1957 Chevrolet Sport Coupes. This restored example, a V8 as indicated by the “VC” in the VIN, was purchased on mings ctions in 2020. It sports the r Fire V8, aka the Power Pak, which raised output to 220 horsepower.

• The engine is a 283-cu.in. OHV V8, as designated by the “V” in the VIN.
• The seller states the car is equipped with a r Fire V8.
• Cylinder head castings and fuel line routing confirm the Power Pak.
• The upgrade included 9.5:1 compression heads, a four-barrel carburetor, and dual exhausts.
• The seller claims the engine stamping confirms a 283 with a 4 barrel carburetor.
• The transmission is a Powerglide two-speed automatic.
• There are no obvious signs of prior body damage, according to the seller.
• The seller rates the paint condition as “good,” with a few chips and cracks.
• The paint has clear reflections and a deep luster, according to the seller.
• Cracks are mainly on the driver’s side rear quarter and top of the passenger’s front fender.
• The seller also reports a few blemishes and dings, but nothing that detracts from the car.
• The chrome and stainless trim are all in good condition, per the seller.
• The seller rates the trim items as “nice driver condition.”
• The car was originally Ivory white with an Onyx black roof as indicated by the paint code Sport Coupe, factory equipped with a Power Pack 283 V8.
• The original transmission is a Powerglide automatic
• The car was repainted Onyx Black during its restoration.
• The car received a body-off restoration, but it “wasn’t over restored.”
• The car is “very solid,” in the seller’s opinion.
• It’s been with the seller since his purchase from mings ctions in July 2020.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean fornia title in the owner’s name. The seller is assisting the owner, with her permission, get the vehicle listed online. This authentic 1957 Chevrolet Sport Coupe was restored by a previous owner, but “not over restored.” A true n icon, this features a performance-oriented engine package and a clean interior. It can be enjoyed as is or should one desire, improved to higher standard.