Lot details Registration No: Q62 JWY Chassis No: VC57B177318 Mot Expiry: None
Synonymous with monumental drugstore milkshakes, drive-in movies and billowing smoke from the rear tyres of many an impromptu suburban-dragster, the '57 Chevy is an undisputed motoring icon. One of the most instantly recognisable designs yet built, time has seen it all but eclipse contemporary rivals such as the Ford Fairlane and Plymouth Fury. Available in utilitarian '150', middle ground '210' or luxurious 'Bel-Air' guises, the '57 Chevy range was united by its chrome hood rockets, deep-cowled headlamps and outrageous rear fins. Powered by a bewildering series of straight six and V8 engines mated to manual, powerglide, turboglide or super-turboglide transmissions potential customers were spoilt for choice. Marketed by the GM admen as 'Sweet, Smooth and Sassy', the '57 Chevy even inspired a cocktail (a rather lethal blend of Bourbon, Grand Marnier and Vodka).
Finished in white with pearlescent white vinyl upholstery, this particular left-hand drive example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its V8 engine, three-speed automatic transmission, electrical equipment, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres (though, he rates the interior trim as "excellent"). As can be gathered from its bespoke body striping, rear wheel spats, 'Continental' spare wheel kit (complete with cartoon wolf on the cover), etched glass and non-standard seat fabric, the Bel Air has been somewhat customised. In the current museum ownership since the 1980s, it has seen limited use on UK roads. A desirable two-door model, this distinctive Chevrolet is surely guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes.
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