1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is excited to present this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, finished in Black over a Black and Gray interior. This classic Tri-Five Chevrolet retains its unmistakable 1957 styling while incorporating an updated drivetrain, suspension, cooling system, instrumentation, and custom touches. Power comes from a crate LT1 V8 paired with a 4L60E automatic transmission. An aluminum radiator helps manage engine temperatures, while power steering and power brakes add convenience behind the wheel. The chassis has also received performance-oriented upgrades, including QA1 shocks. Center Line Forged wheels give the car a more contemporary stance while complementing the iconic lines and brightwork that make the 1957 Bel Air instantly recognizable. Inside, the Black and Gray cabin features leather and vinyl upholstery along with power windows, tilt steering, seat belts, and a Classic Instruments instrument cluster. An AM/FM audio system and seller-stated Bluetooth audio provide entertainment. Additional equipment includes a kill switch and Positraction. This Bel Air also retains its original Body Number Plate. The plate is stamped STYLE NO. 57-1037D, BODY NO. M 12719, TRIM NO. 670, and PAINT NO. 794 0A. According to the identification information provided with the car, Style 57-1037D identifies the 1957 Bel Air body configuration, Body M 12719 identifies the Fisher Body production information, Trim 670 corresponds to the Black and Silver interior, and Paint 794 0A indicates the car was originally finished in Imperial Ivory. The VIN is VC57B245102. According to the provided VIN breakdown, V designates the V8 engine series, C identifies the Bel Air series, 57 represents the 1957 model year, B identifies the Baltimore, Maryland assembly plant, and 245102 is the vehicle's production sequence number. With its crate LT1 V8, 4L60E automatic transmission, aluminum radiator, QA1 shocks, Center Line Forged wheels, Classic Instruments cluster, and original Body Number Plate, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air combines iconic Tri-Five styling with a selection of modern upgrades while retaining important identification details from its original construction. The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is listed by our San Antonio/Austin showroom and can be viewed in greater detail, including 100 plus HD pictures and an HD video, at GatewayClassicCars.com. For more information, email sanantonio@gatewayclassiccars.com or visit us at 679 Holcan Dr, Suite 105, New Braunfels, TX 78130.