Chevrolet was hoping to build on the momentum gained from the success that the 1955 and 1956 Bel Airs enjoyed in the showroom to make 1957 their best year yet. As a result, Chevrolet further tweaked the car’s styling and introduced a new V-8 engine. The existing 265-cubic inch engine that had premiered to great acclaim in the 1955 Bel Air was bored out to 283 cubic inches, providing a welcome boost in power and torque, which helped to keep it competitive against its rivals.

This 1957 Bel Air Convertible is finished in Onyx Black over a two-tone Silver and Red interior, which is the car’s correct color combination, according to its trim tag, and it is perfectly equipped for touring, as it is fitted with Chevrolet’s reliable Powerglide transmission and its new-for-1957, 283-cubic inch V-8, which is the powerplant that can handle any task thrown its way. The car has also been fitted with a Continental kit that had a rear-mounted spare tire, which allowed for more space for luggage in the trunk and added to the car’s already incredible look. This Bel Air has been restored to a very high standard and is in wonderful cosmetic condition inside and out. When considering the car’s stunning color scheme, it is a surefire head-turner.

This car, outfitted with both power brakes and power steering, as well as a Continental kit, would be an ideal cruiser for the whole family. It is the perfect vehicle for a weekend getaway and cruising the highways and back roads of America in style.