Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
Seeing the 1957 model year lineup at GM showrooms must have been a beautiful sight for buyers lucky enough to be in the market for a new automobile! Visiting the Chevrolet dealer would have rewarded you with the chance to see the iconic Corvette in its original glory being the last, solid axle example produced with single front headlights at the front end. This classic look of Corvette has continued to capture the hearts of enthusiasts and collectors alike! Part of the model lineup was the new availability of fuel-injected V8 engines, along with a newly optional 4-speed manual transmission for the Corvette!
We are very excited to offer this beautiful 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible finished in the desired Venetian Red with matching coves over Red interior and White convertible top! This example continues to be powered by its original 283ci V8 (EL code) producing 283 horsepower through Rochester fuel injection system now mated to a Borg Warner T10 4-speed manual transmission (original 3-speed transmission included with the sale)! Additional equipment includes Wonderbar AM radio, heater/defrost, auxiliary hardtop with correct stainless steel header trim and Plexiglas side windows, interior courtesy lights, seat belts, front license plate bracket, and aftermarket Sun Tachometer affixed to the steering column. On the car in these images are 15x5.5” steel wheels typically found on RPO 276 cars, wrapped in Firestone 6.75-15” Deluxe Champion black sidewall tires! An original set of 15x5” steel wheels fitted with an older set Firestone Deluxe Champion wide whitewall tires and full polished wheel covers are included, along with a set of chrome dog dish hubcaps for a chance to personalize the presentation to your own tastes.
The story of this car as we know it dates to California where is spent the better part of its early life in various well-known west coast collections. It most recently sold as an older restoration to established Corvette collector, Franklin Buck, of Pennsylvania in 2012 and was part of a small, curated collection of special fuel-injected examples. It was always maintained professionally including having the injection system rebuilt about 8 years ago, along with the steering box overhaul and valve adjustment, to keep operation as a confident driver. For this reason, it was a 6-time participant at the annual Hershey Hill Climb event each Fall when the weather was agreeable, AACA events, along with yearly visits to Corvettes at Carlisle. The #58 bubble stickers on the car pay tribute to Jerry Austin's Southern California 1957-1958 racing successes in his fuel-injected 1957 Corvette at Pomona, Riverside, Consolation Hourglass Field in San Diego, and infamous Paramount Ranch Racetrack during its short tenure. That original 1957 Corvette #58 was later sold to racing legend Bob Bondurant in 1959 who won 18-20 races he attended making that original Corvette a bit of a prodigy itself! Again, this is just a tribute to that car.
Upon arrival to the St. Louis Car Museum, it received new drivetrain fluids including engine oil/filter, Redline MT90 inside the transmission, and fresh gear oil in the rear axle. We installed new rear lower shock bushings & bolt hardware, along with a new fuel sending unit, Edelbrock ignition coil, and radiator cap. The brakes front and rear were inspected, cleaned, and readjusted. It truly runs and drives as it should, so it is ready to enjoy immediately! The exhaust note is just splendid! Please feel free to call with additional questions or to schedule an appointment to view in person. We look forward to working with you!
1957 Chevrolet
Corvette Fuelie Convertible
Quick Specs
Highlights
- Beautifully presented Venetian Red over Red with racing livery!
- Factory original 283ci/283hp Fuel-Injected V8 engine!
- Upgraded with 4-speed Borg Warner T10 transmission!
- Comes with two sets of wheels/tires as well as two set choices of wheel covers!
- Freshly serviced and always maintained professionally! Great driver!
Description
Seeing the 1957 model year lineup at GM showrooms must have been a beautiful sight for buyers lucky enough to be in the market for a new automobile! Visiting the Chevrolet dealer would have rewarded you with the chance to see the iconic Corvette in its original glory being the last, solid axle example produced with single front headlights at the front end. This classic look of Corvette has continued to capture the hearts of enthusiasts and collectors alike! Part of the model lineup was the new availability of fuel-injected V8 engines, along with a newly optional 4-speed manual transmission for the Corvette!
We are very excited to offer this beautiful 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible finished in the desired Venetian Red with matching coves over Red interior and White convertible top! This example continues to be powered by its original 283ci V8 (EL code) producing 283 horsepower through Rochester fuel injection system now mated to a Borg Warner T10 4-speed manual transmission (original 3-speed transmission included with the sale)! Additional equipment includes Wonderbar AM radio, heater/defrost, auxiliary hardtop with correct stainless steel header trim and Plexiglas side windows, interior courtesy lights, seat belts, front license plate bracket, and aftermarket Sun Tachometer affixed to the steering column. On the car in these images are 15x5.5” steel wheels typically found on RPO 276 cars, wrapped in Firestone 6.75-15” Deluxe Champion black sidewall tires! An original set of 15x5” steel wheels fitted with an older set Firestone Deluxe Champion wide whitewall tires and full polished wheel covers are included, along with a set of chrome dog dish hubcaps for a chance to personalize the presentation to your own tastes.
The story of this car as we know it dates to California where is spent the better part of its early life in various well-known west coast collections. It most recently sold as an older restoration to established Corvette collector, Franklin Buck, of Pennsylvania in 2012 and was part of a small, curated collection of special fuel-injected examples. It was always maintained professionally including having the injection system rebuilt about 8 years ago, along with the steering box overhaul and valve adjustment, to keep operation as a confident driver. For this reason, it was a 6-time participant at the annual Hershey Hill Climb event each Fall when the weather was agreeable, AACA events, along with yearly visits to Corvettes at Carlisle. The #58 bubble stickers on the car pay tribute to Jerry Austin's Southern California 1957-1958 racing successes in his fuel-injected 1957 Corvette at Pomona, Riverside, Consolation Hourglass Field in San Diego, and infamous Paramount Ranch Racetrack during its short tenure. That original 1957 Corvette #58 was later sold to racing legend Bob Bondurant in 1959 who won 18-20 races he attended making that original Corvette a bit of a prodigy itself! Again, this is just a tribute to that car.
Upon arrival to the St. Louis Car Museum, it received new drivetrain fluids including engine oil/filter, Redline MT90 inside the transmission, and fresh gear oil in the rear axle. We installed new rear lower shock bushings & bolt hardware, along with a new fuel sending unit, Edelbrock ignition coil, and radiator cap. The brakes front and rear were inspected, cleaned, and readjusted. It truly runs and drives as it should, so it is ready to enjoy immediately! The exhaust note is just splendid! Please feel free to call with additional questions or to schedule an appointment to view in person. We look forward to working with you!
1957 Chevrolet
Corvette Fuelie Convertible
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