The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is without question one of the most popular American collector cars of all time. The car offered here makes it plain to see “why.”

Every aspect of this Bel Air is a showcase of American ingenuity, design excellence, and restoration craftsmanship. It is equipped with the factory-optional 283-cu. in. V-8 engine with correct heads and solid lifters, and which is fed through dual quad-barrel carburetors. Output is an impressive 270 hp and that power is sent to the pavement through a highly desirable three-speed column shift manual transmission, equipment not often seen in top-of-the-line Bel Air convertibles, which are usually fitted with the optional Powerglide or turbine-based Turboglide transmission. The Bel Air is also nicely appointed with power steering, power top, fender skirts, heater, radio, clock, fingernail guards, and outside rearview mirrors.

The Bel Air was given a no-expense-spared professional restoration to show-quality standards about seven years ago, in Matador Red over silver and red interior, with a white convertible top and “spinner” wheel covers. The efforts paid off with numerous trophy and award wins, with the car having garnered the coveted Grand National award, along with the Junior and Senior awards from the Antique Automobile Club of America in 2012 and 2014, respectively.

This absolutely outstanding and supreme ’57 Chevrolet is sure to make an impression wherever it goes.