This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad is a two-door station wagon that is powered by a replacement 327ci V8 linked to a three-speed automatic transmission and a PosiTraction rear axle and is finished in blue and white over blue and black upholstery. Equipment includes an Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor, MSD electronic ignition components, an aluminum radiator, blue-finished 15″ wheels, front disc brakes, a wrap-around windshield, a two-piece tailgate, twin tail fins, air conditioning, a six-disc CD changer, and Pioneer speakers. The seller acquired the car in 2008, and recent work included replacing the fuel sending unit. This Nomad is offered with manufacturer’s literature, shop manuals, partial service records, and a clean Oregon title in the name of the seller and their spouse.
The left-rear quarter panel was replaced and the car was repainted blue and white during current ownership. Features include a wrap-around windshield, a two-piece tailgate, hooded headlights, chrome bumpers, hood-mounted wind splits, and twin tail fins.
Blue-finished 15″ wheels wear polished covers and 215/70 BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial whitewall tires. Stopping power is provided by front disc and rear drum brakes. The car is equipped with power-assisted steering, a rear anti-sway bar, and six-leaf rear springs.
The front and rear bench seats are trimmed in blue upholstery with black inserts and are joined by color-coordinated door panels. Appointments include air conditioning, an analog clock, a six-disc CD changer, and Pioneer speakers.
The two-spoke steering wheel features a chrome horn ring and wears an aftermarket leather wrap. Replacement Classic Instruments gauges include a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and readouts for coolant temperature, voltage, and oil pressure. The fuel gauge is inoperative. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 17k miles, all of which were added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.
The replacement 327ci V8 was overhauled in approximately 2011 and is equipped with an Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor, MSD electronic ignition components, an aluminum radiator, and finned aluminum valve and air intake covers. The fuel sending unit was replaced under current ownership.
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission and a PosiTraction rear axle. Additional underside photos are provided in the gallery.
Decoding the VIN provides the following information:
- V – V8 model
- C – Bel Air
- 57 – Model year
- O – Oakland, California assembly
- 108648 – Serial
Photos taken during the refurbishment are included in the sale along with service records, shop manuals, and an owner’s manual.
