1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Description

The recipient of a fresh comprehensive rotisserie restoration, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible Restomod, completed in April 2024 by a lifelong paint and body expert, dazzles with its flawless 4-stage Candy Pearl exterior, meticulously applied using premium Spies Hecker paint. And its stellar fit and finish is met with ground pounding power, a world class leather interior, and thoroughly upgraded chassis. No stone left unturned with this one!

The body features custom-fitted outer sheet metal, floors, and professionally polished OEM stainless trim. Its original one-piece front bumper has been re-chromed, and all outer lights are upgraded to LEDs. Numerous hours of preparation and attention to detail have resulted in a show stopping appearance.

Under the hood, a brand-new GM ZZ502 V8 crate engine delivers a staggering 508 horsepower and 580 lb-ft of torque, fed by an Edelbrock custom-polished air gap intake and enhanced with polished valve covers. A Vintage Air Front Runner pulley system allows modern conveniences like A/C to operate smoothly. Power is sent through a Tremec TKO 600 5-speed manual transmission, complete with a hydraulic clutch and overdrive, makes for comfortable highway cruising.

Beneath the surface, the underside is as stunning as the exterior, painted in the same vibrant color and ready for mirrors! The rear end is a heavy-duty 9-inch Ford unit with Trac-Loc and 3:70 gears. A custom-built, ceramic-coated exhaust system gives this powerhouse room to breathe. The suspension has been entirely modernized with coil-overs at all four corners, CCP tubular control arms up front, and an Art Morrison 4-bar rear suspension replacing the factory leaf springs out back. Stopping power is provided by 4-wheel power disc brakes, including CCP C6 Corvette front brakes and spindles. The Bel Air rides on premium Billet Specialties wheels, 17x7 in the front and 18x9 in the rear, giving it a perfect stance.

Inside, this Bel Air is nothing short of luxury. Steve Holcomb of Pro Auto Custom Interiors crafted a custom LED-lit leather interior, featuring Lexus power front seats, hand fabricated console, and custom stitching throughout. The Haartz Stay-Fast cloth power convertible top was also installed by Holcomb's team, ensuring the same level of craftmanship. The trunk is equally bespoke, matching the interior's theme. A custom IDIDIT chrome tilt steering column with a Billet Specialties steering wheel provides the driver with modern ergonomics, while Vintage Air ensures cabin comfort. Modern conveniences also include a Nu-Relics power window system, including vent windows, a Rain Gear wiper system, and an American Auto Wire wiring system for reliability. For entertainment, a Custom AutoSound stereo with a Rockville amplified subwoofer delivers the soundtrack.

This Bel Air Restomod is a stunning blend of old-school charm and new-age tech, designed to perform like a modern day ride, while looking great doing it! Call us today to make it yours!

Highlights:

• Professional rotisserie restoration completed 04/2024 by a lifelong paint and body expert
• Brand new GM ZZ502 V8 crate engine
• 508 horsepower
• 580 lb-ft torque
• Edelbrock custom polished air gap intake, custom polished Chevrolet script valve covers, Vintage Air Front runner pulley system with A/C
• Tremec TKO 600 5 speed manual transmission with overdrive. Hydraulic clutch
• Heavy Duty 9 inch Ford Rear end Trac -loc w/ 3:70 gears 31 Spline axles
• 4 Wheel Power Disc brakes
• Premium Billet specialties wheels-17x7 front 18x9 rear
• Complete Body off Rotisserie restoration-including new interior floors, new trunk floor, new quarter panels Professionally custom fitted outer sheet metal-fenders, doors, quarter panels.
• 4 stage Burgundy Candy Pearl exterior using premium Spies Hecker paint.
• All orignal stainless trim professionally polished and reinstalled
• Original one piece front bumper re-chromed
• All LED outer lights, headlights, park lamps, taillights
• Nu-relics power windows, all windows including vent windows
• Haartz Stay Fast Cloth power convertible top.
• Rain Gear wiper system
• American Auto Wire wiring system
• Undercarriage professionally finished and painted same as exterior color
• Rick's Tanks custom stainless steel 22 gallon fuel tank
• Coil-over shock suspension front and rear
• CCP front tubular upper & lower control arms
• CCP C6 Corvette front brakes & spindles
• Custom modified frame with Art Morrison Frame center section
• Art Morrison 4 bar rear suspension replaces factory leaf springs
• Custom built, ceramic coated exhaust system
• Lexus power front bucket seats custom upholstered
• Complete custom LED lit leather interior and trunk by Steve Holcomb at Pro Auto interiors, Knoxville, Tenn.
• Custom IDIDIT chrome tilt steering column
• Billet Specialties steering wheel
• Vintage Air A/C system
• Custom AutoSound stereo with Rockville amplified subwoofer
• Ring Brothers billet aluminum hood hinges