The final year of the second body style of the Corvette, the 1957 model was largely unchanged visually from the '56 model but received sveeral power enhancements as 1957 marked the year that the Corvette truly started laying its roots in performance and racing. 1957 marked the first year that the corvette could be ordered with a V8 engine with the 283ci V8 available. Performance options such as fuel-injection, engine fresh air/tac package, heavy-duty racing suspension and 15"" wheels were available, pushing the Corvette from the world of stylish design into power and performance.
This 1957 Corvette was once featured in the book ""Corvette Masterpieces"" by Jerry Heasley. A truly spectacular restoration, the exterior is finished in Venetian Red with White coves which are complimented by the white convertible top. On the interior, the car has corresponding Red interior in impressive condition. Powered by a 283ci V8 tied to a Powerglide automatic transmission, this Corvette is an outstanding car to drive to the show. With 140mph speedometer and tachometer, its obvious this Corvette was built with the car's fledging performance reputation in mind. Throughout the exterior and interior, this Corvette is show ready. Sitting on Firestone wide whitewall tires with spinner wheel covers, this Corvette is a fantastic addition to any collection as well as an ideal purchase for someone looking to capture one of America's greatest Corvette designs when starting to collect.
Unless stated otherwise, mileage shown on odometer is exempt and unknown if original.
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