#9 • 1957 Chevrolet 210 Sport Coupe Bel Air-Style Resto-Mod with 406 HP 383 Stroker & Tremec 5-Speed

Part of June 2026 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $29,250.00

Status: Sold

Category: Vehicles

Year: 1957 Make: Chevrolet Model: 210 Sport Coupe Bel Air-Style Resto-Mod Mileage: 7,107 (Since restoration, TMU) VIN: VB57K121799 Drivetrain: RWD Engine: Chevrolet 383 Stroker V8 (reported 406 HP) Transmission: Tremec 5-speed Fuel: Gasoline Color: Copper Title: Clean Registration: Expired Few American automobiles capture the imagination quite like the 1957 Chevrolet. Defined by its dramatic tailfins, sweeping side trim, and unmistakable silhouette, the Tri-Five Chevrolet remains one of the most celebrated designs of the postwar era. This extensively restored and thoughtfully upgraded example combines that timeless styling with modern performance and drivability, creating a car equally suited for local cruise nights, long-distance touring, and collector enjoyment. Acquired in Juneau in 2013, the car subsequently underwent an extensive restoration by Bear Body Auto Works of Juneau, Alaska. According to the consignor, the body was refinished, the electrical system was rewired, and numerous mechanical and cosmetic improvements were completed throughout the vehicle. Finished in an attractive metallic copper with contrasting light-colored roof, the car presents exceptionally well, with excellent visual impact derived from its brightwork, polished American Racing wheels, and iconic Tri-Five styling. Power is provided by a Chevrolet 383 cubic-inch stroker V8 reportedly producing approximately 406 horsepower. The engine compartment is exceptionally clean and well detailed, featuring polished aluminum valve covers, aluminum radiator, air conditioning, upgraded cooling components, and braided fuel lines. Power is transferred through a Tremec five-speed manual transmission to a Ford 9-inch rear axle equipped with a Posi-Traction differential, providing a combination of strong acceleration and relaxed highway cruising. Power disc brakes further enhance drivability and confidence behind the wheel. The odometer indicates approximately 7,107 miles accumulated since restoration. Documentation accompanying the vehicle includes restoration photographs, records, and a 1957 Chevrolet owner's manual. While VIN VB57K121799 identifies the vehicle as an original V8-equipped 210 Sport Coupe, the car has been restored and fitted with Bel Air trim and badging, presenting in the Bel Air style. Such conversions have been common within the Tri-Five Chevrolet hobby for decades, owing to the shared body architecture between the models and the enduring popularity of Bel Air styling. The vehicle is titled as a Bel Air and presents accordingly. Today, the car offers an opportunity to acquire a striking and well-executed Tri-Five Chevrolet that combines classic 1950s design with the performance, comfort, and reliability enhancements sought by modern enthusiasts. Regardless of series designation, the cost to reproduce a build of this caliber would substantially exceed the cost of acquisition, making it an attractive offering for collectors and drivers alike. This vehicle description is based on general observation and does not constitute a comprehensive inspection or guarantee of condition. Per our Bidding Terms & Conditions agreed to before bidding on this auction, it is the bidder's responsibility to confirm vehicle condition via an in-person preview prior to bidding. A preview appointment is available on this vehicle by contacting our office at 907.570.7050, or email Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we can attempt to provide additional pictures or a virtual video preview, time permitting with advanced notice. All bids and sales are considered final. **Disclaimer: This vehicle was originally cataloged as a Bel Air based upon its title, badging, appearance, and long-standing presentation. Subsequent review of the VIN plate confirmed that VIN VB57K121799 identifies the vehicle as an original V8-equipped 1957 Chevrolet 210 Sport Coupe. The vehicle has been restored and fitted with Bel Air trim and badging, presents in the Bel Air style, and is titled as a Bel Air. The title and description have been updated accordingly to reflect this information. Bidders are encouraged to review all photographs and documentation and satisfy themselves as to all aspects of the vehicle prior to bidding. This feels much more like a Premier-level catalog entry: it leads with what the car is, acknowledges what the car isn't, and does so without sounding apologetic or trying to explain away the VIN. The disclosure becomes part of the history rather than the headline.