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1957 Chevrolet Corvette$79,000

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Price: $79,000
Contact: View Original Ad from Hemmings
Location: North Chicago, IL
Price Analysis: Fair Deal, 8.0% below market avg. What's this?
Completely Restored Inside andamp; OutOriginal 283 Engine w/Dual QuadsUpgraded T10 4 Speed Transmission1 of 1,320 Ordered in Venetian Red!!Owners Manual, History, Original PartsFinished in its original colors of Venetian red with white coves, this 57 Corvette is the quintessential 50s icon that we remember! Restored using the NCRS guide book, this car was done to a very high standard. All trim and chrome around the car is in very nice condition, and panel gaps are correct as well. The white top has rarely been up but also looks like new. Inward, the new red interior is contrasted by a white dash which houses the originals gauges, all in great condition. Having been completely redone at the time of restoration, the seats are plush and comfortable, but look as new. Features include the original Wonder Bar radio, seat belts and courtesy lamps.Ordered with the 220 horse 283 V8, this Corvette still retains its original engine with the addition of period dual quad carbs to notch horsepower up to 245. Backing the 283 is a T-10 4 speed from a 60 Corvette, but the original 3 speed trans, intake and carburetor are included in the sale as well. This well-tuned Vette starts easily and runs through all the gears crisply, while producing a sweet tune from the dual quads and exhaust! Expect nothing but smiles from you and your passenger!!A true enthusiasts dream, this car will make an excellent addition to any collection. A thorough TLD detail has just been performed to make sure that this car meets our strict standards, so stop by our showroom see how nice this 57 Corvette really is, down to The Last Detail!